Tag: Luxury goods

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L’Oreal Acquires Kering’s Beauty Portfolio in €4 Billion Strategic Expansion

In a major luxury sector consolidation, L’Oreal has agreed to acquire Kering’s beauty business for €4 billion. The deal includes the prestigious Creed fragrance house and licensing rights for Gucci, Bottega Veneta, and Balenciaga beauty products, according to company announcements.

Major Luxury Beauty Acquisition

French beauty conglomerate L’Oreal has reached a definitive agreement to acquire the beauty division of rival French company Kering in a transaction valued at €4 billion ($4.66 billion), according to reports released Sunday. The all-cash deal represents one of the most significant consolidations in the luxury goods sector in recent years and is expected to close during the first half of 2026.

by Samuel Kim
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Galeries Lafayette Enters Indian Luxury Market Amid Growing Affluent Population

The 130-year-old Parisian luxury department store Galeries Lafayette has launched its Indian debut in Mumbai through a partnership with the Aditya Birla Group. The massive 90,000 sq ft store in Mumbai’s historic Fort neighborhood will feature over 250 luxury brands amid growing demand from India’s expanding affluent population. The opening comes as international luxury retailers increasingly target India’s rapidly growing high-end consumer market.

Historic Parisian Retailer Makes Indian Debut

The 130-year-old Paris-based luxury department store Galeries Lafayette has entered the Indian market through a partnership with the Aditya Birla Group, according to reports. The iconic retailer has partnered with the retail arm of the Indian conglomerate for its operations in what analysts suggest represents a significant vote of confidence in India’s growing luxury market.

by Priya Kapoor