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Mary Hanbury

Editor, Business News

Mary is an editor on the business news team, where she works with reporters and editors to cover sectors including technology, finance, transportation, retail, careers, and real estate.

Previously, Mary was a senior retail reporter based in New York and London, covering apparel, luxury, fitness, big-box, and grocery companies. She has reported on major brands including Victoria’s Secret, Lululemon, LVMH, Costco, Dollar General, and Peloton, providing in-depth analysis of trends shaping the industry.

Mary earned a master’s degree in Business Journalism from CUNY Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism. 

She has appeared on several TV and radio outlets, including BBC Business, Cheddar, and Good Morning America, and has taken part in industry panels and conferences about trends shaping the retail world.

You can email her at mhanbury@businessinsider.com, or follow her on Twitter or LinkedIn

Articles by Mary Hanbury

NEW YORK, NY - MAY 4: Jessica Chastain is seen on May 4, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by XNY/Star Max/GC Images)

The Burberry scarf is so back

Burberry's CEO said its silk and cashmere scarves have become a 'hero' category for the brand.
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