FTSE 100 slips as oil price hits five-month high Oil and gas prices have risen strongly this week, adding to worries about high inflation weighing on economic growth around the world. Evening Standard · Oct 23
Global Market: European stocks edge lower as Kering slumps, oil prices rise European shares slipped as Kering plunged 10.4% following weak Gucci sales, while rising oil prices and French political uncertainty dampened sentiment. The STOXX 600 fell 0.13%, extending losses amid AI stock volatility and debt concerns. Holcim gained 5.2% after raising its earnings forecast, offering limited support to markets. The Economic Times · Oct 23
Luxury's Middle Market Is Cracking—These 3 Stocks Could Win LVMH's weak China sales highlight a broader luxury shift toward select brands, positioning Ralph Lauren, Tapestry and Signet Jewelers as stronger U.S.-listed alternatives. MarketBeat · Oct 19
Anthony Vaccarello Leaves Saint Laurent Following His Final Spring 2027 Show Anthony Vaccarello is stepping down as Saint Laurent creative director after 10 years. The fashion house says new creative leadership will be announced soon. Fashion Times · Oct 11
‘It’s luxury that wants to be seen’: aristocrats and eccentrics inspire Demna’s vision for Gucci in Milan Collection by the designer, brought in to return the ailing fashion house to profit, is on the money The Guardian - UK · Sep 25
Alexander McQueen is back at London Fashion Week: what the return of the iconic house means for the capital As the house returns for the first time in 25 years, Joe Bromley looks at the Lee McQueen legend and what it means for the capital Evening Standard · Sep 17
Salma Hayek Brings Old Hollywood Glamour to New York Fashion Week in Balenciaga Salma Hayek wore a black Balenciaga gown and Boucheron jewelry to the Kering Foundation's Caring for Women Dinner during NYFW 2026, co-hosting the star-studded charity event. Fashion Times · Sep 15
Hide and chic: are clothes and apparel made from alternative leathers better for the environment? Vegan leathers are complicated by questions of commercial viability and sustainability. How do they compare to traditional leather? The Guardian - AU · Sep 12
Dakota Johnson Wears a Cutout Valentino Gown to Kering's Caring for Women Dinner Dakota Johnson wore a backless, cutout Valentino gown to the Kering Foundation's Caring for Women Dinner in New York, co-hosting the September 10 event. Fashion Times · Sep 11
Salma Hayek Turns 60 and Proves Her Red-Carpet Glamour Is Only Getting Sharper Salma Hayek's 60th birthday look highlights the jewel tones, statement jewelry and sophisticated glamour that have defined her red carpet style for decades. Fashion Times · Sep 8
Julianne Moore to receive Women in Motion Award at Cannes Film Festival Julianne Moore will be honoured with Kering's Women in Motion Award at the Cannes Film Festival next month. BANG Premier · Apr 23
Google’s next smart glasses bet brings Gucci into the mix Google and Gucci are teaming up on Android XR smart glasses, aiming to finally make wearable tech stylish, useful, and ready for everyday use. Android Central · Apr 20
S&P Futures Muted After Rally, U.S. Economic Data and Earnings in Focus June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are trending down -0.04% this morning, taking a breather after a rally fueled by optimism about the prospect of a peace deal in the Middle East. Barchart · Apr 15
European earnings preview: Who wins and who loses from the Iran war? Eurozone growth has been cut, inflation is surging and the Middle East conflict has shattered the consensus growth story for European corporates. From Paris to Munich, earnings season begins next week. Euronews · Apr 8
The Guardian - UK · Feb 27 Demna brings sexy back in effort to reinvigorate Gucci Designer’s first catwalk for the brand in Milan flirts with bad taste with short, tight dresses and a diamante G-string
Marie Claire · Feb 10 Fashion Month Fall 2026 Is Going Strong—Here's What to Expect From Milan to Paris at the Shows, Front Rows, and More It's going to be a season to remember.
International Business Times UK · Jan 27 Who Is François-Henri Pinault? Salma Hayek's Husband, Gucci Owner and Billionaire CEO François-Henri Pinault is the billionaire CEO of Kering and Salma Hayek's husband, widely credited with shaping the rise of modern luxury fashion.
The Independent UK · Jan 21 'Dior is back:' Menswear turns a corner in Paris as Jonathan Anderson hones his vision Dior’s menswear show arrived with a stripped-back set and a loud signal of intent: spiky neon-yellow wigs that read like a flag planted in the Paris runway
The Guardian - UK · Dec 17, 2025 Falling sales at Stella McCartney fuel fears over fashion label’s future Directors blame ‘challenging market conditions’ as losses widen from £25m in 2024 to £33m
Euronews · Dec 8, 2025 L’Oréal shares dip as it bets on Galderma and science-based skincare The firm’s investment in Galderma signals a pivot towards injectables and more cutting-edge beauty technology.
The Guardian - UK · Nov 9, 2025 ‘Too far? I don’t think we’ve gone far enough!’ The founder of Peta on gruesome stunts and her bloody fight for animal rights After 45 years as chief fake blood thrower, Ingrid Newkirk is still waging war on everything from leather to cashmere. Is she still relevant?
Benzinga · Oct 20, 2025 Gucci's Owner Sells Beauty Arm To L'Oréal In $4.6 Billion Deal French luxury group Kering SA (OTC:PPRUF) (OTC:PPRUY) on Sunday disclosed a long-term partnership with L’Oréal (OTC:LRLCF) in the luxury beauty and wellness segment.
Euronews · Oct 20, 2025 L’Oréal seals €4bn deal for Kering’s entire luxury beauty portfolio In a move set to reshape the global beauty landscape, L’Oréal will take over Kering’s complete beauty portfolio, from Creed niche fragrances to Gucci makeup products.
International Business Times · Oct 20, 2025 Kering Sells Beauty Division to L'Oréal in €4 Billion Deal — Here's Why Kering sells its beauty division to L'Oréal for €4 billion in CEO Luca de Meo's first major move to cut debt and refocus on core fashion brands Gucci, Bottega Veneta and Balenciaga.
Evening Standard · Oct 20, 2025 Gucci owner Kering to sell beauty unit to L’Oreal in £3.5bn deal Luxury fragrance brand House of Creed will become part of the L’Oreal Luxe division under the deal.