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Armani "doesn’t rule out" merger or IPO in succession plan
Three months before his 90th birthday, Giorgio Armani is hinting at possible big changes for his Italian fashion empire once he’s no longer in charge.
Luxury
Business
L'Oreal sales rise 9.4% as mass market makeup outshines luxury
L'Oreal reported a 9.4% rise in first quarter sales on a like-for-like basis on Thursday, beating expectations and easing concerns about a slowdown in the two biggest beauty markets the United States and China.
Beauty
Business
Italy's Cucinelli defies slowdown fears with 16.5% growth in sales
Italian luxury group Brunello Cucinelli said on Wednesday its sales rose 16.5% at current exchange rates in the first quarter, driven by growth in all regions, including Asia.
Luxury
Business
LVMH sales growth slips on luxury spending slowdown
LVMH's sales slowed in the first quarter as rising prices prompted more shoppers who aspire to own its luxury labels to hold back on splashing out thousands of dollars on handbags and other accessories.
Luxury
Business
Spain's Tendam wants to launch IPO before February 2025, CEO says
Spanish fashion retailer Tendam plans to launch an initial public offering by the end of its financial year next February, its CEO Jaume Miquel told Reuters on Monday.
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Business
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Armani "doesn’t rule out" merger or IPO in succession plan
Three months before his 90th birthday, Giorgio Armani is hinting at possible big changes for his Italian fashion empire once he’s no longer in charge.
Luxury
Business
L'Oreal sales rise 9.4% as mass market makeup outshines luxury
L'Oreal reported a 9.4% rise in first quarter sales on a like-for-like basis on Thursday, beating expectations and easing concerns about a slowdown in the two biggest beauty markets the United States and China.
Beauty
Business
Italy's Cucinelli defies slowdown fears with 16.5% growth in sales
Italian luxury group Brunello Cucinelli said on Wednesday its sales rose 16.5% at current exchange rates in the first quarter, driven by growth in all regions, including Asia.
Luxury
Business
LVMH sales growth slips on luxury spending slowdown
LVMH's sales slowed in the first quarter as rising prices prompted more shoppers who aspire to own its luxury labels to hold back on splashing out thousands of dollars on handbags and other accessories.
Luxury
Business
Spain's Tendam wants to launch IPO before February 2025, CEO says
Spanish fashion retailer Tendam plans to launch an initial public offering by the end of its financial year next February, its CEO Jaume Miquel told Reuters on Monday.
Fashion
Business
Business
Ermenegildo Zegna grows by 8% in the first quarter
The Italian group achieved sales of 463 million euros in the first quarter, driven by the US, where sales jumped by 58%, while they fell by 15% in China. While Zegna made progress, Thom Browne fell back.
Luxury
Business
Wethenew acquires assets from bankrupt competitor Kikikickz
The French platform specialising in the resale of vintage sneakers is taking over the assets (websites and customer portfolio) of its competitor. It has also embarked on a general repositioning.
Fashion
Retail
Valentino sees sales fall in 2023
The Roman luxury house achieved sales of €1.35 billion in 2023, down 5% on 2022. However, sales through its direct sales network were up by 3%.
Luxury
Business
Golden Goose's net revenues up 12% in first quarter
Italy's Golden Goose said on Tuesday its net revenues rose 12% at constant exchange rates in the first quarter while maintaining "strong margins".
Fashion
Business
Trade shows
Furniture Fair: The Karl Lagerfeld label joins forces with Toan Nguyen, Thom Browne with Frette
In Milan, Karl Lagerfeld unveiled his second home collection, Thom Browne launched a textile line with Italian manufacturer Frette and luxury outlet Fidenza Village teamed up with artist Cyril Lancelin.
Lifestyle
Trade shows
Furniture Fair: Fashion in search of sustainable solutions with Yves Salomon, Dolce & Gabbana and Benetton
The two luxury brands, along with the Italian retailer, are making a name for themselves at this year's Milan Design Week with some particularly original and environmentally-friendly projects.
Fashion
Trade shows
Cosmoprof North America returns to Las Vegas for 21st edition
Cosmoprof North America (CPNA) has announced its return to the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas.
Beauty
Trade shows
Paul Smith will open next Pitti Uomo with latest collection
Paul Smith is expected to make an impact this June as the British designer opens the 106th Pitti Immagine Uomo with the launch of his SS25 collection.
Fashion
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