Research
September 11, 2025
The ongoing luxury slowdown appears to be turning despite adverse macroeconomic factors. Image credit: Saks/Angelo Pennetta
By Kiran Gill
Luxury consumers are starting to feel positive about the economy and their own financial outlook, according to the latest findings from U.S. holding company Saks Global.
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