France
Kering takes minority stake in Icicle owner ICCF
The France-based luxury group has acquired a minority stake in Chinese fashion group ICCF, best known for its flagship brand Icicle, as part of a partnership between the two companies
Hermès grows, but momentum eases in the first quarter
The France-based luxury group reported solid growth in the first quarter of 2026. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and uneven regional trends had a negative impact on performance
Kering signals slow recovery despite Gucci’s weakness
The France-based luxury group has reported early signs of recovery. However, growth across several of its Houses has been partly offset by continued weakness at its flagship label, Gucci
Conflict in the Middle East weighs on LVMH’s first-quarter sales
The France-based luxury group has reported a mixed first quarter, with resilient demand across key markets being partially offset by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East
Solid growth in 2025 for Decathlon
The France-based sports retailer has reported solid growth in sales and profitability in 2025, highlighting several achievements as well in sustainability and people-related areas
Kering appoints Chief Digital, AI & IT Officer
The France-based luxury group has announced the appointment of Pierre Houlès as Chief Digital, AI, and IT Officer, effective immediately. He joined the company from Renault
Kering creates two group centres of excellence
The France-based luxury group has announced the creation of two new group centres of excellence – Industry and Client – designed to support the operational performance and development of its Houses
France Retail: uncertainty hangs over the year ahead
The French retail sector remained largely stagnant in 2025. Subdued sales, declining consumer confidence and cautious household spending negatively impacted footfall and average basket sizes in physical stores. While e-commerce continued to grow, the footwear sector experienced falling sales, negative sentiment and limited inflationary support. Data on imports also suggests that retailers have adopted more cautious inventory management strategies. Even the approval of the new Budget does not appear to lift the cloud of uncertainty hanging over the year ahead
Hermès exceeds 16 billion euros in full-year revenue
The France-based luxury group has surpassed 16 billion euros in revenue in 2025, supported by double-digit growth in its leather goods and saddlery division. Profitability also improved
Kering posts third straight year of falling sales
Kering has reported its third consecutive year of falling sales in 2025, with Gucci’s sales falling less than expected in the last quarter. A strategy outlining a return to growth is set to be presented in April
LVMH posts resilient performance in 2025
Despite mixed regional performances and a slowdown in fashion and leather goods sales, the France-based luxury conglomerate has ended the year 2025 in a resilient position
Bottega Veneta CEO set to step down
Kering, the France-based luxury group that owns Bottega Veneta, has announced that the label’s Chief Executive Officer, Bartolomeo Rongone, will be leaving the group on the 31st of March
US threatens tariff hikes on eight European countries over Greenland dispute
President Donald Trump announced that the US plans to impose additional tariffs on imports from eight European countries, citing a dispute over Greenland as the reason
LVMH reshuffles leadership at Givenchy
Amadine Ohayon is set to take the reins at Givenchy, replacing Alessandro Valenti. Valenti is leaving after just 18 months to take up a senior position at Christian Dior Couture
LVMH acquires Les Editions Croque Futur
The France-based luxury conglomerate has announced its acquisition of the French publishing house Les Éditions Croque Futur, owner of the publications Challenges, Sciences & Avenir and La Recherche-
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