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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
Luxury

Kering Wants to Be the ‘Most Influential Group in the Luxury Universe.’ What Does That Mean?

Chief executive Francois-Henri Pinault laid out his ambitious strategy at the Paris-based conglomerate’s annual meeting for shareholders.

Luxury

Kering Wants to Be the ‘Most Influential Group in the Luxury Universe.’ What Does That Mean?

Chief executive Francois-Henri Pinault laid out his ambitious strategy at the Paris-based conglomerate’s annual meeting for shareholders.


Luxury

Why Fashion’s Giant Notre-Dame Pledges Are Good for Business

Both LVMH and Kering stand to benefit from their donations to save Notre-Dame, though a political backdrop of populism has raised the risk of a backlash.

Luxury

Why Fashion’s Giant Notre-Dame Pledges Are Good for Business

Both LVMH and Kering stand to benefit from their donations to save Notre-Dame, though a political backdrop of populism has raised the risk of a backlash.


News & Analysis

Pinault, Arnault Families Pledge €300 Million to Rebuild Notre-Dame

Funding for the reconstruction of Notre-Dame is piling up at a spectacular rate, with two of France's richest families, which control luxury groups LVMH and Kering, pledging €200 million and €100 million, respectively.

News & Analysis

Pinault, Arnault Families Pledge €300 Million to Rebuild Notre-Dame

Funding for the reconstruction of Notre-Dame is piling up at a spectacular rate, with two of France's richest families, which control luxury groups LVMH and Kering, pledging €200 million and €100 million, respectively.


Luxury

The Week Ahead: Will Kering Change Its Tune on Acquisitions?

This week, everyone will be talking about Gucci parent Kering's next move, fashion at Coachella and Allbirds entering China. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.

Luxury

The Week Ahead: Will Kering Change Its Tune on Acquisitions?

This week, everyone will be talking about Gucci parent Kering's next move, fashion at Coachella and Allbirds entering China. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.


News & Analysis

Brexit at the Cliff Edge: What Fashion Needs to Know

March 29th was meant to be the day the UK left the European Union. Instead, the Brexit drama is far from over and global fashion brands operating in the country face a prolonged period of uncertainty.

News & Analysis

Brexit at the Cliff Edge: What Fashion Needs to Know

March 29th was meant to be the day the UK left the European Union. Instead, the Brexit drama is far from over and global fashion brands operating in the country face a prolonged period of uncertainty.


News & Analysis

Hermès To Launch Skincare, Cosmetics

The French luxury house confirmed its big beauty ambitions.

News & Analysis

Hermès To Launch Skincare, Cosmetics

The French luxury house confirmed its big beauty ambitions.


News & Analysis

Succession Planning: What Works, What Doesn't

The death of Karl Lagerfeld has put a spotlight on succession planning quandaries at major brands, from Ralph Lauren to Giorgio Armani. What can the industry learn from the successes and stumbles of the past?

News & Analysis

Succession Planning: What Works, What Doesn't

The death of Karl Lagerfeld has put a spotlight on succession planning quandaries at major brands, from Ralph Lauren to Giorgio Armani. What can the industry learn from the successes and stumbles of the past?


Luxury

Luxury Defies China Slowdown Fears

From Richemont to Kering, some of the biggest names in luxury reported strong growth in their end-of-year results, with the majority citing the Chinese market as a key driver.

Luxury

Luxury Defies China Slowdown Fears

From Richemont to Kering, some of the biggest names in luxury reported strong growth in their end-of-year results, with the majority citing the Chinese market as a key driver.


Beauty

The Week Ahead: Why Feminism Is Suddenly in Fashion

This week, everyone will be talking about International Women's Day, Forbes' latest billionaires ranking and Glossier's mysterious new brand. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.

Beauty

The Week Ahead: Why Feminism Is Suddenly in Fashion

This week, everyone will be talking about International Women's Day, Forbes' latest billionaires ranking and Glossier's mysterious new brand. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.


News & Analysis

What the Fashion World Is Saying About the Passing of Karl Lagerfeld

The industry remembers the beloved designer, whose death was announced on Tuesday morning.

News & Analysis

What the Fashion World Is Saying About the Passing of Karl Lagerfeld

The industry remembers the beloved designer, whose death was announced on Tuesday morning.


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