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Tapestry takes $855M write-down on Kate Spade; expands sustainable materials partnership

4 reports, 4 independent Updated Aug 15
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What happened

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Tapestry Inc. recorded an $855 million write-down on Kate Spade New York, citing a decline in current and future expected cash flows. In the fiscal year ended in June, Kate Spade sales reached almost $1.2 billion, which is lower than the year it was acquired and below its peak three years ago. Separately, Tapestry increased its equity stake in Gen Phoenix, a sustainable recycled leather fiber material manufacturer, to 9.9% through a three-year supply agreement.

From Fortune, PR Newswire

Why it matters

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The write-down reflects financial challenges related to the performance of acquired brands within Tapestry's portfolio. The expanded partnership with Gen Phoenix signals a strategic move by Tapestry to integrate sustainable materials into its operations, impacting future supply chains.

Financial discussions are ongoing regarding Coach's growth, Kate Spade's impairment charge, and momentum in the luxury retail sector.

From Fortune, PR Newswire

Who's involved

  • TapestryOwner of Coach, Kate Spade New York, and Stuart Weitzman
  • Kate Spade New YorkAmerican fashion design house subject to the write-down and sales decline
  • CoachAmerican luxury design house owned and operated by Tapestry Inc.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Kate Spade New YorkSpeculative

    Kate Spade New York might face reduced revenue demand due to its declining sales performance.

  • CoachSpeculative

    Coach may benefit from Tapestry's strategic investment in sustainable materials, potentially lowering future supply costs.

How it developed

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  1. The Federal Trade Commission blocked an acquisition involving Capri Holdings' luxury brands, including Jimmy Choo, Michael Kors, and Versace, citing antitrust concerns.Sub-event
  2. Tapestry Inc. attempted to buy Capri Holdings, which owns the luxury brands Jimmy Choo and Michael Kors, on June 25, 2025.Sub-event
  3. Tapestry expanded its stake in Gen Phoenix, a company based in Peterborough, U.K., and appointed John Kennedy as CEO.Sub-event
  4. Details corporate maneuvers, including Tapestry's interest in Capri and Capri's sale of Versace to Prada.1 source

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Coverage

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  • FortuneTapestry takes an $855 million write-down on Kate Spade—and offers a reminder of how risky M&A is in the fashion world When Tapestry announced two years ago it was buying Michael Kors owner Capri Hol
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  • PR NewswireGen Phoenix Secures $15M Investment Round as Tapestry Expands Strategic Partnership with Supply Agreement PETERBOROUGH, England, July 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Gen Phoenix, a leading sustainable recyc
  • BarchartThis ‘Strong Buy’ Stock Just Hit New All-Time Highs Tapestry (TPR) shows exceptional technical momentum and shares set a new all-time high on July 14. TPR has a 100% “Buy” signal via Barchart. The st