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Bernard Arnault

Chairman & Chief Executive, LVMH

The French business magnate controls more than 60 brands including Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior, Givenchy and Celine.

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News & Analysis

LVMH Board Member Pierre Godé Passes Away Aged 73

Pierre Godé, a long-time adviser to Bernard Arnault of French luxury group LVMH, has died after a long illness.

News & Analysis

LVMH Board Member Pierre Godé Passes Away Aged 73

Pierre Godé, a long-time adviser to Bernard Arnault of French luxury group LVMH, has died after a long illness.


China

China's Young Shoppers Breathe New Life Into Luxury Market

The shift to Millennials, who pushed the Chinese market up to $22.07 billion in sales last year, spurred the rise of new areas such as luxury streetwear.

China

China's Young Shoppers Breathe New Life Into Luxury Market

The shift to Millennials, who pushed the Chinese market up to $22.07 billion in sales last year, spurred the rise of new areas such as luxury streetwear.


News & Analysis

What Makes a Great Fashion CEO?

In times of turbulent change, leaders must balance quantitative and qualitative strategies with a sharp understanding of the consumer and a knack for nailing risks.

News & Analysis

What Makes a Great Fashion CEO?

In times of turbulent change, leaders must balance quantitative and qualitative strategies with a sharp understanding of the consumer and a knack for nailing risks.


Technology

Could Richemont's Yoox Net-a-Porter Offer Spark a Bidding War?

The Swiss luxury conglomerate's surprise offer of €2.7 billion for full control of Yoox Net-a-Porter has put the e-tail giant in play.

Technology

Could Richemont's Yoox Net-a-Porter Offer Spark a Bidding War?

The Swiss luxury conglomerate's surprise offer of €2.7 billion for full control of Yoox Net-a-Porter has put the e-tail giant in play.


Financial Markets

LVMH Posts Record Revenues Amid China Comeback

The world's biggest luxury goods maker posted an 18 percent rise in operating income for 2017, as robust demand from China boosted sales.

Financial Markets

LVMH Posts Record Revenues Amid China Comeback

The world's biggest luxury goods maker posted an 18 percent rise in operating income for 2017, as robust demand from China boosted sales.


Luxury

What Hedi Slimane Means for Céline

The surprise return of one of fashion’s most polarising yet commercially successful designers could double revenues at the LVMH-owned house. But will it alienate Céline loyalists?

Luxury

What Hedi Slimane Means for Céline

The surprise return of one of fashion’s most polarising yet commercially successful designers could double revenues at the LVMH-owned house. But will it alienate Céline loyalists?


Luxury

Hedi Slimane to Join Céline, Launch Men’s and Couture

The designer will start February 1 and expand the LVMH-owned label’s offering into menswear, couture and fragrance.

Luxury

Hedi Slimane to Join Céline, Launch Men’s and Couture

The designer will start February 1 and expand the LVMH-owned label’s offering into menswear, couture and fragrance.


Retail

Marc Jacobs to Close London Store and Other European Outposts

As other luxury brands scale up their direct-to-consumer channels, the struggling LVMH-owned fashion house will significantly shrink its European retail presence.

Retail

Marc Jacobs to Close London Store and Other European Outposts

As other luxury brands scale up their direct-to-consumer channels, the struggling LVMH-owned fashion house will significantly shrink its European retail presence.


Financial Markets

Why Private Equity Is Still Chasing Fashion

Private equity firms are steering clear of traditional fashion brands, but those with disruptive models remain prized acquisitions.

Financial Markets

Why Private Equity Is Still Chasing Fashion

Private equity firms are steering clear of traditional fashion brands, but those with disruptive models remain prized acquisitions.


News & Analysis

With Phoebe Philo Leaving Céline, What's Next?

The news of Philo's exit follows BoF’s October 2017 report that first revealed the creative director was set to depart the LVMH brand.​

News & Analysis

With Phoebe Philo Leaving Céline, What's Next?

The news of Philo's exit follows BoF’s October 2017 report that first revealed the creative director was set to depart the LVMH brand.​


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