Scale and Revenue
Group revenue just over EUR 80.0 billion (about twice the level of 10 years ago), demonstrating very large scale and market reach.
Strong Operating Margin and Cash Generation
Operating margin of 22% — described as well above the 20‑year average — and operating free cash flow of EUR 11.3 billion, up 8% year-over-year, reflecting strong cash generation and disciplined working capital management.
Balance Sheet Strength and Capital Discipline
Net debt reduced to EUR 6.9 billion (below 10% of a referenced metric), capital expenditure at 5.7% of sales (in line with historical average), and continued selective capex supporting competitiveness while preserving cash.
Perfumes & Cosmetics Outperformance
Perfumes & Cosmetics showed profit improvement of +8%; flagship products highlighted (Sauvage as the world's best-selling men's fragrance; Dior lipstick noted as very strong — 'one Dior lipstick sold every 2 seconds'); Louis Vuitton perfumes delivering double-digit growth.
Selective Retailing and Sephora Momentum
Sephora reported significant growth and improved margins, driving positive performance in Selective Retailing; DFS has been returned to break-even after prior heavy losses.
Watches & Jewelry and Tiffany Transformation Progress
Bvlgari and other jewelry houses delivered outstanding figures; Tiffany's transformation is gaining traction — high jewelry sales have tripled in 4 years, new store concepts represented ~33% of stores and ~42% of sales, and revamped stores are materially more productive (new vs. old concept performance gap ~15–20 percentage points).
Brand, Creative and Retail Highlights
Major creative successes and flagship openings (e.g., Vuitton 'Ship' in Shanghai attracting ~100,000 weekly visitors, new Dior Maisons in the US and Beijing), ongoing successful product launches and designer hires supporting desirability across houses.
Sustainability and People Achievements
Group commitments advanced: CDP Triple A score, 41% of materials sourced via recycling processes, over 3,800 apprentices trained at the Institute of Trades of Excellence, and 50% women in key positions — all reported as achieved against the 2021–2025 roadmap.