Research
July 24, 2025
Personalization and digital sales channel transformation could be key to the industry’s financial future. Image credit: EY
By Zach James
With the luxury goods sector in the midst of a monetary slowdown, Swiss market research firm EY is highlighting areas of opportunity for brands to capitalize on.
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