Fueled by current consumption habits and key global markets, luxury goods revenues could grow as much as 50 percent faster than the global gross domestic product, according to a new report from Bain & Co.
French conglomerate LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton is gaining exposure among attendees at the Cannes Film Festival by funding the digitalization and restoration of “The Umbrellas of Cherbourg.”
Italian label Dolce & Gabbana is gaining exposure for its new London boutique through a celebration with British GQ that will be a part of the British Fashion Council’s London Collection: Men’s spring/summer 2014 showcase.
Richemont is attributing its full-year sales increase to demand in China and Asia-Pacific, contributions from currencies and exchange rates and the broad growth from its brands across all regions.
Today in luxury marketing: Carolina Herrera puts renewed focus on Asia; New Mercedes-Benz S-Class unveiled; Audi sees new performance cars joining A3 to drive 2013 growth; Richemont chairman to take a break.
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