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Bernard Arnault

Chairman & Chief Executive, LVMH

The French business magnate controls more than 60 brands including Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior, Givenchy and Celine.

Bernard Arnault
Financial Markets

LVMH Posts Record Revenues Amid China Comeback

The world's biggest luxury goods maker posted an 18 percent rise in operating income for 2017, as robust demand from China boosted sales.

Financial Markets

LVMH Posts Record Revenues Amid China Comeback

The world's biggest luxury goods maker posted an 18 percent rise in operating income for 2017, as robust demand from China boosted sales.


Luxury

What Hedi Slimane Means for Céline

The surprise return of one of fashion’s most polarising yet commercially successful designers could double revenues at the LVMH-owned house. But will it alienate Céline loyalists?

Luxury

What Hedi Slimane Means for Céline

The surprise return of one of fashion’s most polarising yet commercially successful designers could double revenues at the LVMH-owned house. But will it alienate Céline loyalists?


Luxury

Hedi Slimane to Join Céline, Launch Men’s and Couture

The designer will start February 1 and expand the LVMH-owned label’s offering into menswear, couture and fragrance.

Luxury

Hedi Slimane to Join Céline, Launch Men’s and Couture

The designer will start February 1 and expand the LVMH-owned label’s offering into menswear, couture and fragrance.


Retail

Marc Jacobs to Close London Store and Other European Outposts

As other luxury brands scale up their direct-to-consumer channels, the struggling LVMH-owned fashion house will significantly shrink its European retail presence.

Retail

Marc Jacobs to Close London Store and Other European Outposts

As other luxury brands scale up their direct-to-consumer channels, the struggling LVMH-owned fashion house will significantly shrink its European retail presence.


Financial Markets

Why Private Equity Is Still Chasing Fashion

Private equity firms are steering clear of traditional fashion brands, but those with disruptive models remain prized acquisitions.

Financial Markets

Why Private Equity Is Still Chasing Fashion

Private equity firms are steering clear of traditional fashion brands, but those with disruptive models remain prized acquisitions.


News & Analysis

With Phoebe Philo Leaving Céline, What's Next?

The news of Philo's exit follows BoF’s October 2017 report that first revealed the creative director was set to depart the LVMH brand.​

News & Analysis

With Phoebe Philo Leaving Céline, What's Next?

The news of Philo's exit follows BoF’s October 2017 report that first revealed the creative director was set to depart the LVMH brand.​


Retail

Farewell Fendi, Bonjour Dior

In an exclusive interview with BoF, LVMH’s Pietro Beccari bids goodbye to the Roman fur and leather brand and looks ahead to a new year, a new role and a new luxury world.

Retail

Farewell Fendi, Bonjour Dior

In an exclusive interview with BoF, LVMH’s Pietro Beccari bids goodbye to the Roman fur and leather brand and looks ahead to a new year, a new role and a new luxury world.


Financial Markets

L Catterton Acquires Majority Stake in Ganni

With new backing from the LVMH-linked private equity firm, the distinctive Danish label has its sights set on global growth.  

Financial Markets

L Catterton Acquires Majority Stake in Ganni

With new backing from the LVMH-linked private equity firm, the distinctive Danish label has its sights set on global growth.  


News & Analysis

Artemis CEO to Step Down

Patricia Barbizet, who helms the Pinault family’s investment arm, is stepping aside in a move that speeds the changing of the guard atop the French luxury-goods industry.

News & Analysis

Artemis CEO to Step Down

Patricia Barbizet, who helms the Pinault family’s investment arm, is stepping aside in a move that speeds the changing of the guard atop the French luxury-goods industry.


News & Analysis

LVMH Buys Majority Stake in Napa Valley's Colgin Vineyard

Founded in 1992, Colgin Cellars specialises in red wines, many of which have achieved top marks from well-regarded critics such as Robert Parker.

News & Analysis

LVMH Buys Majority Stake in Napa Valley's Colgin Vineyard

Founded in 1992, Colgin Cellars specialises in red wines, many of which have achieved top marks from well-regarded critics such as Robert Parker.


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The people shaping the global fashion industry, curated by the editors of The Business of Fashion, based on nominations and on-the-ground intelligence from around the world.

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