
Louis Vuitton Exits Chinese Province After Sales Drop and Trademark Dispute
The French luxury house pulled its presence from the regional market after facing consumer backlash over intellectual property litigation.
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The French luxury house pulled its presence from the regional market after facing consumer backlash over intellectual property litigation.

Consensus estimates point to fourth-quarter sales growth for Kering in Greater China, even after July luxury revenue across the market fell 10 percent.

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

In the first quarter, LVMH reported revenues of €19.1 billion (US$22.4 billion), marking a decrease of 6%. This decline is largely attributed to various geopolitical tensions impacting business operations across the globe. Geopolitical Impacts on Revenue LVMH…

Luxury goods multinational corporation LVMH has announced the appointment of Béatrice Goasglas as the new CEO of its premium watch label, Tag Heuer. The appointment will take effect from May. Professional Background of the New CEO Goasglas has been with Tag…

Francois Kohler has been named the new president for South and Southeast Asia by luxury giant LVMH, effective February 23. Kohler succeeds Chris Chong, who is venturing into new professional pursuits. In his new role, Kohler will be reporting directly to LVMH…

LVMH, the conglomerate which owns luxury brands Louis Vuitton and Tiffany, outperformed fourth-quarter sales projections on Tuesday. This development has raised expectations of a revival within the luxury sector, despite challenges including trade conflicts,…

Global luxury travel retailer DFS, which is owned by LVMH and Robert Miller, DFS’ co-founder and shareholder, has revealed they are set to sell their retail business across Greater China to the China Tourism Group (CTG) Duty Free. According to the agreement,…

Gentle Monster, an eyewear brand under the ownership of Iicombined, has initiated legal proceedings against a fellow Korean eyewear company, Blue Elephant. The controversy revolves around accusations that Blue Elephant has been replicating Gentle Monster’s…

Luxury conglomerate LVMH has publicly denied allegations that it illicitly acquired shares now valued in the billions of euros from Hermès heir, Nicolas Puech. LVMH has been named in a lawsuit alongside its CEO, Bernard Arnault, and ex-wealth manager Eric…

Aupen, a luxury bag brand from Singapore whose designs have been sported by renowned personalities like Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez, is eager to unveil its debut fine jewelry collection. This exciting event, scheduled for Saturday, is happening in…

LVMH, the world’s largest luxury goods group, has reported a 1% increase in sales in the third quarter. This uptick, the first instance of growth this year, was largely driven by an enhanced demand in China. With a diverse portfolio spanning fashion, alcohol,…

In a robust defense of wealth and economic freedom, Bernard Arnault, the chairman and CEO of LVMH and France’s wealthiest individual, has vehemently criticized a proposed 2% tax targeting billionaires, labeling it a direct threat to the nation’s economic…

The fashion world is in mourning following the death of Giorgio Armani, who passed away on September 4 at the age of 91, leaving behind an empire that industry analysts value between 5 billion and 12 billion euros (approximately US$5.9 billion to US$14…

Aupen, a burgeoning handbag brand founded by former national swimmer Nicholas Tan, announced layoffs on Monday as the company navigates mounting legal challenges. The spokesperson confirmed that staff were informed of the cutbacks, which affect over ten…

In a move that underscores the ever-evolving world of retail, French luxury goods giant LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton has set its sights on expansion in Asia. The company recently announced plans to increase its investment in the region, aiming to capture…
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