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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.

Bernard Arnault
Retail

Farewell Fendi, Bonjour Dior

In an exclusive interview with BoF, LVMH’s Pietro Beccari bids goodbye to the Roman fur and leather brand and looks ahead to a new year, a new role and a new luxury world.

Retail

Farewell Fendi, Bonjour Dior

In an exclusive interview with BoF, LVMH’s Pietro Beccari bids goodbye to the Roman fur and leather brand and looks ahead to a new year, a new role and a new luxury world.


Financial Markets

L Catterton Acquires Majority Stake in Ganni

With new backing from the LVMH-linked private equity firm, the distinctive Danish label has its sights set on global growth.  

Financial Markets

L Catterton Acquires Majority Stake in Ganni

With new backing from the LVMH-linked private equity firm, the distinctive Danish label has its sights set on global growth.  


News & Analysis

Artemis CEO to Step Down

Patricia Barbizet, who helms the Pinault family’s investment arm, is stepping aside in a move that speeds the changing of the guard atop the French luxury-goods industry.

News & Analysis

Artemis CEO to Step Down

Patricia Barbizet, who helms the Pinault family’s investment arm, is stepping aside in a move that speeds the changing of the guard atop the French luxury-goods industry.


News & Analysis

LVMH Buys Majority Stake in Napa Valley's Colgin Vineyard

Founded in 1992, Colgin Cellars specialises in red wines, many of which have achieved top marks from well-regarded critics such as Robert Parker.

News & Analysis

LVMH Buys Majority Stake in Napa Valley's Colgin Vineyard

Founded in 1992, Colgin Cellars specialises in red wines, many of which have achieved top marks from well-regarded critics such as Robert Parker.


Workplace & Talent

J.W. Anderson's CEO Steps Down

Chief executive officer Simon Whitehouse is exiting after three years at the London-based label.

Workplace & Talent

J.W. Anderson's CEO Steps Down

Chief executive officer Simon Whitehouse is exiting after three years at the London-based label.


News & Analysis

Is Yoox Net-a-Porter Undervalued?

Despite increased competition from worthy rivals, many analysts argue that there is room for upside in the Yoox Net-A-Porter Group's share price.

News & Analysis

Is Yoox Net-a-Porter Undervalued?

Despite increased competition from worthy rivals, many analysts argue that there is room for upside in the Yoox Net-A-Porter Group's share price.


Financial Markets

Billionaire Frere Increases Burberry Stake After Share Plunge

Albert Frere, a longtime business associate of Bernard Arnault, raised his holding to 6 percent from 4 percent a day after its shares fell 10 percent on disappointment over Marco Gobbetti’s strategic plan.

Financial Markets

Billionaire Frere Increases Burberry Stake After Share Plunge

Albert Frere, a longtime business associate of Bernard Arnault, raised his holding to 6 percent from 4 percent a day after its shares fell 10 percent on disappointment over Marco Gobbetti’s strategic plan.


News & Analysis

Power Moves | Current/Elliott's New Design Chief, Lululemon Creative Director Resigns

This week, Current/Elliott appoints Natalie Ratabesi as senior vice president of design, while Lululemon’s executive vice president and creative director Lee Holman will step down.

News & Analysis

Power Moves | Current/Elliott's New Design Chief, Lululemon Creative Director Resigns

This week, Current/Elliott appoints Natalie Ratabesi as senior vice president of design, while Lululemon’s executive vice president and creative director Lee Holman will step down.


Retail

LVMH Expands Gourmet Grocer La Grande Epicerie

The new branch comes amid a wave of investment in luxury stores and hotels in the French capital by LVMH and other firms hoping to profit from a recovery in tourist traffic.

Retail

LVMH Expands Gourmet Grocer La Grande Epicerie

The new branch comes amid a wave of investment in luxury stores and hotels in the French capital by LVMH and other firms hoping to profit from a recovery in tourist traffic.


Financial Markets

Bernard Arnault Responds to 'Paradise Papers'

Assets referred to by Le Monde newspaper in the 'Paradise Papers' leaks were known to tax authorities, said the LVMH chief executive in a statement.

Financial Markets

Bernard Arnault Responds to 'Paradise Papers'

Assets referred to by Le Monde newspaper in the 'Paradise Papers' leaks were known to tax authorities, said the LVMH chief executive in a statement.


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