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Hugo Boss

Hugo Boss is one of the leading fashion and lifestyle companies in the premium segment. Located in Metzingen, Germany, the company has two core brands: Hugo and Boss.

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HUGO BOSS is one of the leading fashion and lifestyle companies in the premium segment . Two strong brands BOSS and HUGO, which differ in their fashionable style but meet the same high standards.

Building on the success of “CLAIM 5”, HUGO BOSS has introduced its updated  strategy, “CLAIM 5 TOUCHDOWN”, setting the course for sustainable, profitable growth through 2028. While the strategic direction remains unchanged, the focus sharpens — elevating the Company’s performance from great to excellent.

This updated strategy centers on three fields of excellence: brand, distribution, and operations. These priorities will drive efficiency, strengthen execution, and position HUGO BOSS for renewed top- and bottom-line growth in the years ahead.

Following more than four years of successfully executing “CLAIM 5,” HUGO BOSS has achieved significant progress across all strategic priorities. Both BOSS and HUGO have delivered strong growth and global market share gains, supported by a robust organizational and operational platform. With “CLAIM 5 TOUCHDOWN,” the Company will further drive sustainable profitable growth. At the same time, HUGO BOSS will significantly accelerate free cash flow generation, forming the foundation for continued shareholder returns.

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TYPEPublic
ESTABLISHED1924
HEADQUARTERSGermany
EMPLOYEES> 10,000

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