Bernard Arnault

Kenzo Taps Felipe Oliveira Baptista

30 June 2019 • By Laure Guilbault

The former Lacoste creative director will succeed design duo Carol Lim and Humberto Leon, who are officially parting ways with the LVMH-owned house on July 1.

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Bernard Arnault Is Now Worth More Than $100 Billion

19 June 2019 • By Bloomberg

LVMH's chairman just joined Jeff Bezos and Bill Gates in the world’s most exclusive wealth club.

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How Luxury Brands Are Courting the Ultrarich

23 May 2019 • By The New York Times

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What’s Stopping the Fashion Industry From Agreeing on Climate Action?

23 May 2019 • By Sarah Kent

LVMH won't be participating in a new climate initiative spearheaded by rival Kering — the latest example of the challenge the industry faces in setting common goals to tackle major systemic issues.

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LVMH Takes Majority Stake in Repossi

22 May 2019 • By Laure Guilbault

The French luxury group quietly added to its existing investment in the Italian fine jewellery brand last year, supporting international expansion.

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LVMH Buys Rosé Wine Producer Chateau du Galoupet

20 May 2019 • By Bloomberg

Rising demand for rosé has seen the French luxury conglomerate buy an estate whose bottles still retail for less than $15.

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LVMH Touts Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence at VivaTechnology

17 May 2019 • By Laure Guilbault

Now a major player at the annual French conference, the luxury conglomerate wants to be seen as a technology leader.

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Power Moves | Schiaparelli Announces Artistic Director, Audemars Piguet Names North America CEO

25 April 2019 • By Rachel Deeley

This week, Schiaparelli names Bertrand Guyon’s successor, while a former Berluti executive is appointed to lead the North America division of Audemars Piguet.

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Bernard Arnault Talks Hedi Slimane, Rihanna and Karl Lagerfeld at LVMH’s Annual Shareholder Meeting

18 April 2019 • By Lauren Sherman and Laure Guilbault

The group’s chairman and chief executive also addressed criticism around his Notre-Dame donation, and concerns from animal rights activists about LVMH’s use of exotic skins.

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LVMH and Arnault Will Not Get Tax Breaks From Notre-Dame Donations

18 April 2019 • By Reuters

The outpouring of donations following the fire on Monday has prompted questions from charities, politicians and commentators about benefits from tax deductions.

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