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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

Gucci Appoints Alessandro Michele Creative Director

Kering-owned megabrand Gucci has officially appointed Alessandro Michele its new creative director.

News & Analysis

Gucci Appoints Alessandro Michele Creative Director

Kering-owned megabrand Gucci has officially appointed Alessandro Michele its new creative director.


News & Analysis

Gucci Said to Name New Creative Director as Early as This Week

Gucci plans to name a new creative director as early as this week, with accessories designer Alessandro Michele leading a list of candidates for the job.

News & Analysis

Gucci Said to Name New Creative Director as Early as This Week

Gucci plans to name a new creative director as early as this week, with accessories designer Alessandro Michele leading a list of candidates for the job.


Sustainability

The Year Fashion Woke Up

This year, ethics and sustainability finally became a priority for a range of influential players, from major high street retailers to luxury conglomerates.

Sustainability

The Year Fashion Woke Up

This year, ethics and sustainability finally became a priority for a range of influential players, from major high street retailers to luxury conglomerates.


Global Markets

At Kering, Turmoil and Soft Profits

The hottest trend at France’s second-biggest luxury group this season: Executive departures as the owner tightens the reins. Asset sales may be next on the runway.

Global Markets

At Kering, Turmoil and Soft Profits

The hottest trend at France’s second-biggest luxury group this season: Executive departures as the owner tightens the reins. Asset sales may be next on the runway.


Marketing

Is Kering Set to Sell Sports Firm Puma?

The owner of Puma SE has explored a sale of the German sportswear maker as efforts to revive the brand drag into a fifth year, according to people familiar with the matter.

Marketing

Is Kering Set to Sell Sports Firm Puma?

The owner of Puma SE has explored a sale of the German sportswear maker as efforts to revive the brand drag into a fifth year, according to people familiar with the matter.


News & Analysis

What's Next for Gucci?

BoF editor-in-chief Imran Amed recaps the week in the business of fashion.

News & Analysis

What's Next for Gucci?

BoF editor-in-chief Imran Amed recaps the week in the business of fashion.


News & Analysis

Frida Giannini and Patrizio di Marco to Exit Gucci

PARIS, France — Kering SA said Gucci Chief Executive Officer Patrizio di Marco and Creative Director Frida Giannini plan to leave the fashion maker's

News & Analysis

Frida Giannini and Patrizio di Marco to Exit Gucci

PARIS, France — Kering SA said Gucci Chief Executive Officer Patrizio di Marco and Creative Director Frida Giannini plan to leave the fashion maker's


Sustainability

Can Fashion Companies Do Good?

BoF editor-in-chief Imran Amed recaps the week in the business of fashion.

Sustainability

Can Fashion Companies Do Good?

BoF editor-in-chief Imran Amed recaps the week in the business of fashion.


Global Markets

Kering Sales Bolstered by Puma as Gucci Declines

PARIS, France — Kering SA reported third-quarter revenue that met analysts' estimates as growth in the sports and lifestyle unit offset the effects

Global Markets

Kering Sales Bolstered by Puma as Gucci Declines

PARIS, France — Kering SA reported third-quarter revenue that met analysts' estimates as growth in the sports and lifestyle unit offset the effects


News & Analysis

Pop Quiz | Comme des Garçons, MiniLuxe, Pierre-Yves Roussel

You can find the correct answer and detailed explanation for each question immediately following the question (simply highlight to read), along with

News & Analysis

Pop Quiz | Comme des Garçons, MiniLuxe, Pierre-Yves Roussel

You can find the correct answer and detailed explanation for each question immediately following the question (simply highlight to read), along with


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