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Luxury

LVMH plans to recruit 25 000 young people by the end of 2022

Sep 29, 2021 / France
The luxury group is launching several initiatives to provide access to training and employment for young people, under the age of 30, from all backgrounds

Saadia Group to acquire Aquatalia

Sep 29, 2021 / United States
The US multicategory product manufacturing, wholesaling, distribution and retailing company has agreed to acquire the assets of the Italian footwear and accessories brand. Aquatalia becomes the first luxury label in Saadia's portfolio

Burberry appoints new Chief Digital and Analytics Officer

Sep 28, 2021 / United Kingdom
CP Duggal has been appointed Chief Digital and Analytics Officer, effective from the 30th of September onwards. He will be responsible for driving Burberry’s digital agenda and leveraging data and analytics to support the company’s strategic ambitions

Farfetch publishes the 2020 ESG report

Sep 27, 2021 / United Kingdom
It is the first report published since the announcement of Farfetch’s 2030 sustainability goals, built on its Positively Farfetch strategy. The document highlights the environmental, social and governance initiatives taken so far, and its progress so far

Hermès opens its 19th leather workshop

Sep 22, 2021 / France
The Maroquinerie de Guyenne, located in the village of Saint-Vincent-de-Paul, in the French department of Gironde, will at length create 260 jobs. The new facility is part of Hermès strategy of strengthening its role as a socially responsible company

Hermès opens apprenticeship training centre

Sep 16, 2021 / France
The École Hermès des savoir-faire, now open within the leather workshop of Fitilieu, welcomes applicants from all backgrounds who aspire to develop their craftsmanship in leather work. The course is accredited by the French National Education authority

Centenário: 80 years dedicated to the footwear industry

Sep 13, 2021 / Portugal
The history of Centenário begins in 1941 when Camilo Ferreira had the idea of opening a shoe factory. His dream of making quality footwear made him ride his bike up and down the hill, every day, for 15 years, to join his team

Changes to the Board of Directors of Richemont

Aug 13, 2021 / Switzerland
In advance to its upcoming annual general meeting due to be held on the 8th of September 2021, Richemont has announced changes to its Board of Directors

Burberry reports growth acceleration

Aug 12, 2021 / United Kingdom
The luxury group announced comparable store sales with a strong rebound in the first quarter, rising by 90% in comparison to last year. Retail revenue reached 479 million British pounds (566 million euros)

Kering reports strong sales growth

Aug 2, 2021 / France
The French-based luxury group announced results for the first half of 2021. Revenue for the period exceeded the levels recorded in 2019, indicating a strong rebound for the Kering group

Steve Madden with 178.6% increase in revenue

Jul 28, 2021 / United States
The New York-based designer and marketer of footwear, accessories and apparel for women, men and children announced financial results for the second quarter ended on the 30th of June 2021

Ferragamo's revenue up by 44.1%

Jul 22, 2021 / Italy
The increase in revenue has been achieved despite the permanence, in some countries, of lockdowns and bans driven by COVID-19. On the 30th of June 2021, Ferragamo was operating with 53% of retail stores at full capacity

LVMH to buy majority stake in Off-White

Jul 20, 2021 / France
The international luxury group announced the acquisition of 60% of shares of Off-White LLC, owner of the Off-White brand

L Catterton acquires majority stake in Italian-based Etro

Jul 19, 2021 / Italy
Under the agreement, L Catterton Europe will acquire a majority stake in the company, while the Etro family will retain a significant minority. Founder Gerolamo Etro will be appointed as Chairman

LVMH appoints Vanessa Moungar Director of Diversity and Inclusion

Jul 9, 2021 / France
Continuing on its strategy to reaffirm its interest in diversity and inclusion, the French luxury group has just recruited a director of “Diversity and Inclusion”, the Franco-Chadian Vanessa Moungar, known for her commitment to social justice in the world
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