Hermès, Kering, LVMH and more French companies adjust strategies amid U.S. tariff pressures

By AFP Published April 26, 2025 French companies exposed to the U.S. market are taking action to manage rising tariffs, using price hikes, production shifts, and cost-cutting measures to protect their margins. Bernard Arnault and Donald Trump in 2017. – Photo de Nicholas Kamm / AFP Price hikes to absorb new costs Hermès, the French […]

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Hermès reports Q1 growth, plans U.S. price hike in May

Translated by Nazia BIBI KEENOO Published April 17, 2025 Hermès is continuing its momentum into 2025, despite a complex economic backdrop. In the first quarter, the French luxury house reported revenue of €4.1 billion, marking a 9% increase, or 7% at constant exchange rates, compared to the same period last year. Growth was seen across […]

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Hermès’ market value surpasses LVMH, which once tried to acquire it

By Bloomberg Published April 15, 2025 Hermès‘market capitalization surpassed that of rival LVMH, the conglomerate that once tried to buy the maker of the coveted Birkin bag in a stealth raid that shocked the French corporate world 15 years ago. Hermès overtakes LVMH in value—years after fending off takeover attempt. – Reuters Hermès International SCA’s […]

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Luxury industry’s ‘Trump boost’ was very short-lived

By Bloomberg Published April 15, 2025 The mini bling boom since the turn of the year is well and truly over. On Monday, LVMH reported first-quarter sales that missed expectations. No division generated growth. Each one underwhelmed. The crucial fashion and leather goods unit reported a 5% decline in sales, excluding currency movements, far below the 0.6% slide […]

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Vestiaire Collective launches inaugural Resale Buying Guide, highlights include demand for vintage

In the past, investment dressing broadly referred to pieces that would live in one’s wardrobe for years, even decades, due to their classic and versatile nature. Today, investment dressing refers to how well your purchase will retain and regain its initial cost when resold. Popular vintage bag models, according to Vestiaire Collective – Courtesy Vestiaire […]

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Hermès taps BNP Paribas CEO, former spy for luxury group’s board

By Bloomberg Published March 25, 2025 Hermès International SCA is set to appoint BNP Paribas SA CEO Jean-Laurent Bonnafé and a former French spy-agency chief to the luxury group’s board. See catwalkHermes – Fall-Winter2025 – 2026 – Womenswear – France – Paris – ©Launchmetrics/spotlight The family-controlled company known for its Birkin bags named Bonnafé, the […]

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Hermès booms globally, reports “outstanding sales” for 2023 and Q4

Ultra-luxury specialist Hermès was upbeat on Friday as it released what it said were “outstanding sales and results” for 2023 as a whole and for the fourth quarter. See catwalkHermès – Fall-Winter2023 – 2024 – Womenswear – Paris – © ImaxTree The company reported revenue up 16% to €13.4 billion for the year and up […]

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China’s tepid rebound has left luxury shops relying on US demand

By Bloomberg Published Feb 9, 2024 Just over a year after China ended its Covid-Zero policy, the expected bounceback in spending on high-end consumer goods has failed to live up to expectations. See catwalkMiu Miu – Spring-Summer2024 – Womenswear – Paris – © Launchmetrics L’Oreal shares tumbled as much as 7.7% on Friday after the […]

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Kering’s Gucci can be revived but it won’t go viral

By Bloomberg Published Feb 9, 2024 Investors are looking for the next turnaround story in luxury. Gucci-owner Kering SA seems like a good fit. See catwalkGucci – Fall-Winter2024 – 2025 – Menswear – Italie – Milan – ©Launchmetrics/spotlight But with the company warning on Thursday that investing in its brands will mean a decline in operating […]

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Hermes celebrates record profit with staff bonuses

By AFP Published Feb 9, 2024 French luxury giant Hermes posted on Friday record annual sales and net profit, with plans to reward all employees worldwide with a bonus following strong growth in every region last year. See catwalkHermes – Fall-Winter2024 – 2025 – Menswear – France – Paris – ©Launchmetrics/spotlight The group reported a […]

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