
LVMH Loses $167 Billion in Value as Chinese Shoppers Cut Handbag Spending
Asia excluding Japan generated 35 percent of fashion and leather revenue in 2025, leaving the French group exposed as Chinese consumers pivot toward beauty and jewellery.
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Asia excluding Japan generated 35 percent of fashion and leather revenue in 2025, leaving the French group exposed as Chinese consumers pivot toward beauty and jewellery.

LVMH shares touched six-year lows following an 11 per cent drop in September, hit by weakening sales across Asia ex-Japan and the United States.

A rare Louis Vuitton pumpkin bag fetched S$87,000 as auctioneer Hotlotz cleared 337 seized designer accessories above valuation estimates.

The Artycapucines line will preview at Art Basel Paris on Oct. 23 ahead of a broader release spanning ready-to-wear and leather goods.

MG2 Advisory found 62 per cent of buyers purchase for craftsmanship, while nearly half seek private members-only access and repair services.

The French luxury house pulled its presence from the regional market after facing consumer backlash over intellectual property litigation.

The French luxury house will shut its sole Guizhou boutique on August 31, halving its southwestern store count from peak levels.

Luxury fashion house, Louis Vuitton, has unveiled its rejuvenated flagship Dosan store in Seoul’s prestigious Gangnam district. The renovation was undertaken to mark the historic 130th anniversary of the brand’s famous monogram. The Legacy of the Iconic…

The luxury fashion house, Louis Vuitton, has recently celebrated the reopening of its flagship store at the Shoppes at Four Seasons in Macao. In addition to the store reopening, the brand launched its first-ever fashion show in the city, marking a significant…

In a recent operation, Hong Kong officials intercepted an estimated HK$10 million worth of suspected counterfeit clothing and footwear, featuring labels from major brands such as Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and Nike. The operation, held between October 6 and 17,…

The French luxury behemoth, Louis Vuitton, has recently inaugurated its inaugural standalone beauty retail outlet in China. This strategic development marks a significant effort by the brand to fortify its presence in the high-end market segment and…

Luxury fashion brand Louis Vuitton is venturing into the cosmetic industry with the introduction of La Beaute, a premium makeup line. The initial launch is set to take place in China this month, with a worldwide expansion planned shortly after. The Creative…

Scaffolding has emerged around the latest project from Louis Vuitton, poised at K11 Musea and overlooking the Avenue of Stars—a scenic promenade that showcases breathtaking views of Victoria Harbour and the vibrant Hong Kong skyline. As the luxury brand…

Louis Vuitton’s Hong Kong branch faces scrutiny following a significant data breach that may have left the personal details of approximately 419,000 customers exposed. Investigation Launched The luxury brand’s Hong Kong office reported a data breach to the…

In a noteworthy shift that underscores the evolving landscape of retail, major luxury brands are retreating from department stores in Japan’s less urban areas, leaving store managers grappling with the challenge of maintaining customer interest. This trend…

In June, Louis Vuitton Korea experienced a systems breach that resulted in the exposure of certain customer data, including contact information. However, the company’s South Korean division clarified last Friday that the breach did not compromise customers’…
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