Laurent Claquin appointed as new brand manager
Kering wants to strengthen its global visibility and control its image. To this end, the French luxury group chaired by François-Henri Pinault has announced the creation of the role of …
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Should Kering be concerned about new fiscal threat?
Translated by Nicola Mira Published May 22, 2024 French luxury group Kering is mired in a new controversy, and its top management is under fire at a time when the …
Gucci owner splashes out €1.3 billion for building on Milan’s iconic shopping street
By Bloomberg Published Apr 4, 2024 Gucci owner Kering SA is spending €1.3 billion ($1.41 billion) for a property on Milan’s toniest shopping street. Via Monte Napoleone 8 The French …
Armelle Poulou, Mélanie Flouquet join executive committee
Translated by Nicola Mira Published Apr 3, 2024 On Tuesday, Kering announced that Mélanie Flouquet and Armelle Poulou have become members of the group’s executive committee, chaired by CEO François-Henri …
According to François-Henri Pinault, “Kering does not aspire to become a real estate developer”
Translated by Roberta HERRERA Published Feb 9, 2024 Since the start of the decade, the luxury group Kering has made significant strides in real estate acquisitions, investing hundreds of millions …
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 …
After Neiman Marcus, now Kering cuts Farfetch links
Gucci and Saint Laurent owner Kering has reportedly cut direct links with Farfetch although its brands could continue to be available on the site when sold through the third-party retailers …
Italian operations exceed 11 billion euros
Translated by Roberta HERRERA Published Jan 8, 2024 With its headquarters, production sites, logistic centers, and units for research and innovation, Italy has become an extremely strategic location for Kering. …
Exclusivity the name of the game as luxury firms target China’s wealthiest for growth
By Reuters Published Nov 19, 2023 The world’s biggest luxury brands seeking growth in their second-largest market China are all courting the likes of wealthy entrepreneur Diana Wang. Shanghai-based Wang, an …
Kering still believes in Gucci after disappointing results
Translated by Cassidy STEPHENS Published Oct 26, 2023 Between July and September 2023, Kering saw all its activities decline, with the exception of its eyewear division, Kering Eyewear. Its fashion …