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Luxury's Bumpy Road Ahead

7 July 2020 • By Pierre Mallevays

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Luxury's Bumpy Road Ahead

Investors are pinning their hopes on a 2021 recovery, but a worsening Covid-19 situation in the US and glum forecasts from the Federal Reserve indicate it won't be an easy path.

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For Luxury, Hope Springs Eternal

6 May 2020 • By Pierre Mallevays

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For Luxury, Hope Springs Eternal

Investors in the sector are looking beyond a troublesome second quarter to greener pastures in the second half of 2020.

Luxury’s Addiction to China Leaves It Exposed

9 September 2019 • By Pierre Mallevays

9 September 2019 • By Pierre Mallevays

This month, the SLI tumbled in the face of deteriorating trade talks between China and the US, compounded by a devaluation of the yuan and continued pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong.

Luxury’s Addiction to China Leaves It Exposed

This month, the SLI tumbled in the face of deteriorating trade talks between China and the US, compounded by a devaluation of the yuan and continued pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong.

Safilo Books €227 Million Write-Down in Wake of Dior Eyewear Loss

2 August 2019 • By Reuters

2 August 2019 • By Reuters

Safilo said earlier this month it would lose its license at the end of 2020 to use the Dior brand, which accounted for 14 percent of sales in the first half and which will likely go instead to LVMH's eyewear partner Marcolin.

Safilo Books €227 Million Write-Down in Wake of Dior Eyewear Loss

Safilo said earlier this month it would lose its license at the end of 2020 to use the Dior brand, which accounted for 14 percent of sales in the first half and which will likely go instead to LVMH's eyewear partner Marcolin.

Luxury Stages a Brief Relief Rally

5 July 2019 • By Pierre Mallevays

5 July 2019 • By Pierre Mallevays

The Savigny Luxury Index bounced back in June, thanks to an improved outlook on key global markets and positive reports from Chanel and LVMH.

Luxury Stages a Brief Relief Rally

The Savigny Luxury Index bounced back in June, thanks to an improved outlook on key global markets and positive reports from Chanel and LVMH.

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Before Losing Dior, Safilo Eyes New Brand Partners

1 July 2019 • By Reuters

1 July 2019 • By Reuters

Dior, which accounted for 13 percent of Safilo revenues in 2018, has decided not to renew its licence with the Italian eyewear group.

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Before Losing Dior, Safilo Eyes New Brand Partners

Dior, which accounted for 13 percent of Safilo revenues in 2018, has decided not to renew its licence with the Italian eyewear group.

Investors Are Holding Their Breath On Christmas Results

7 January 2019 • By Pierre Mallevays

7 January 2019 • By Pierre Mallevays

The outlook for the luxury industry is looking bleak, with growth slowing down in key markets.

Investors Are Holding Their Breath On Christmas Results

The outlook for the luxury industry is looking bleak, with growth slowing down in key markets.

Power Moves | Delpozo Appoints Lutz Huelle, Deciem CFO Rejoins

6 December 2018 • By Rachel Deeley

This week, Delpozo announces its new creative director, while Deciem’s former chief financial officer has returned to the company.

Power Moves | Delpozo Appoints Lutz Huelle, Deciem CFO Rejoins

This week, Delpozo announces its new creative director, while Deciem’s former chief financial officer has returned to the company.

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Safilo Struggled in 2017 After Losing Gucci License

30 January 2018 • By Reuters

30 January 2018 • By Reuters

The world's second-largest eyewear group's adjusted core profit is set to halve from a year earlier.

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Safilo Struggled in 2017 After Losing Gucci License

The world's second-largest eyewear group's adjusted core profit is set to halve from a year earlier.

A Happy New Year for Luxury

7 February 2017 • By Pierre Mallevays

7 February 2017 • By Pierre Mallevays

Between China’s consumer recovery, Trump’s promise of lower taxes and higher oil prices boosting Middle Eastern and Russian economies, 2017 is looking a lot rosier for luxury goods.

A Happy New Year for Luxury

Between China’s consumer recovery, Trump’s promise of lower taxes and higher oil prices boosting Middle Eastern and Russian economies, 2017 is looking a lot rosier for luxury goods.