Hermès’ Chief Watches China’s Pork Prices to Gauge Luxury Demand
When it comes to gauging the possibility of a sales rebound for his luxury group in China, Hermès executive chairman Axel Dumas turns to an unusual metric.

This week, everyone will be talking about earnings from many of fashion’s tech stars, the latest US inflation data and all things metaverse.

This week, everyone will be talking about earnings from many of fashion’s tech stars, the latest US inflation data and all things metaverse.
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When it comes to gauging the possibility of a sales rebound for his luxury group in China, Hermès executive chairman Axel Dumas turns to an unusual metric.
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