François-Henri Pinault
Chairman, Kering
After taking the reins at his father’s luxury and lifestyle group, he consolidated the company’s core focus and expanded internationally, spearheading consecutive quarters of double-digit growth.


Kering to Spin Off Puma
The French conglomerate is spinning off the majority of its stake in the German sportswear giant as part of a long-held plan to focus purely on luxury.

Kering to Spin Off Puma
The French conglomerate is spinning off the majority of its stake in the German sportswear giant as part of a long-held plan to focus purely on luxury.

Why Victoria's Secret Is Waning
With its annual fashion show extravaganza, Victoria’s Secret has devised a powerful formula for uniting content and commerce. But its image is increasingly out of sync with consumers in the world's largest markets.

Why Victoria's Secret Is Waning
With its annual fashion show extravaganza, Victoria’s Secret has devised a powerful formula for uniting content and commerce. But its image is increasingly out of sync with consumers in the world's largest markets.

Natalia Vodianova: From Fashion Fairy Tale to Philanthropic Movement
The Russian supermodel nicknamed ‘Supernova’ for her spectacular rise will receive The Business of Fashion’s GLOBAL VOICES Award 2017 for her philanthropic and advocacy work.

Natalia Vodianova: From Fashion Fairy Tale to Philanthropic Movement
The Russian supermodel nicknamed ‘Supernova’ for her spectacular rise will receive The Business of Fashion’s GLOBAL VOICES Award 2017 for her philanthropic and advocacy work.

The Industry Remembers Azzedine Alaïa, A Fashion Original
The designer, whose passing was announced on Saturday morning, is remembered for his independence, compassion and creative genius.

The Industry Remembers Azzedine Alaïa, A Fashion Original
The designer, whose passing was announced on Saturday morning, is remembered for his independence, compassion and creative genius.

Azzedine Alaïa Passes Away
The French-Tunisian couturier has died at the age of 82, reports French media publication Le Point.

Azzedine Alaïa Passes Away
The French-Tunisian couturier has died at the age of 82, reports French media publication Le Point.

The Art of Renaming a Business
Corporate name changes are not uncommon and can signal a new era for a company, but what’s the recipe for success?

The Art of Renaming a Business
Corporate name changes are not uncommon and can signal a new era for a company, but what’s the recipe for success?

Kering Appoints Rothschild to Spin-Off Puma, Says Report
The conglomerate has appointed the Rothschild & Co bank to handle the sale of Puma, according to a report in French business magazine Challenges.

Kering Appoints Rothschild to Spin-Off Puma, Says Report
The conglomerate has appointed the Rothschild & Co bank to handle the sale of Puma, according to a report in French business magazine Challenges.

Gucci's Surge and the Power of a Responsive Supply Chain
This week, Kering announced Gucci’s new production strategy, taking a step towards enhanced vertical integration and reduced lead time in a fashion world where supply chain is becoming as important as design.

Gucci's Surge and the Power of a Responsive Supply Chain
This week, Kering announced Gucci’s new production strategy, taking a step towards enhanced vertical integration and reduced lead time in a fashion world where supply chain is becoming as important as design.

Kering Puma Deal Likely in 2018, Say Bankers
As part of a long-held pledge to become a pure luxury player, Kering is expected to pursue a dual track IPO-auction to spin off Puma next year, not before, according to investment bankers in Paris and London.

Kering Puma Deal Likely in 2018, Say Bankers
As part of a long-held pledge to become a pure luxury player, Kering is expected to pursue a dual track IPO-auction to spin off Puma next year, not before, according to investment bankers in Paris and London.

Pierre Bergé's Impact on the Fashion Business: The Industry Reflects
"With Pierre gone, the 20th century's world of fashion has ended."

Pierre Bergé's Impact on the Fashion Business: The Industry Reflects
"With Pierre gone, the 20th century's world of fashion has ended."
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