Skip to main content

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.

François-Henri Pinault
News & Analysis

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.

News & Analysis

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.


Fashion Week

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.

Fashion Week

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.


News & Analysis

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.

News & Analysis

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.


Luxury

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.

Luxury

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.


Luxury

Azzedine Alaïa Passes Away

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

Luxury

Azzedine Alaïa Passes Away

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


News & Analysis

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?

News & Analysis

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?


News & Analysis

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.

News & Analysis

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.


News & Analysis

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.

News & Analysis

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.


News & Analysis

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.

News & Analysis

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.


News & Analysis

Pierre Bergé's Impact on the Fashion Business: The Industry Reflects

"With Pierre gone, the 20th century's world of fashion has ended."

News & Analysis

Pierre Bergé's Impact on the Fashion Business: The Industry Reflects

"With Pierre gone, the 20th century's world of fashion has ended."


What is The BoF 500?

The people shaping the global fashion industry, curated by the editors of The Business of Fashion, based on nominations and on-the-ground intelligence from around the world.

The BoF 500 2025 medallion logo