Tapestry’s $8.5 billion acquisition of Capri would create a conglomerate with more than $12 billion in annual sales, but it would still lack the high-wattage labels and diversity that have fueled LVMH’s success.
Hermes said recurring operating income grew 28% in the first half to almost €3 billion, helped by the rebound of wholesale and in-store sales in Asia, and the company backed its medium-term goal for revenue growth at constant exchange rates.
Tesco said Gerry Murphy has been appointed chairman and will join the board on September 1, replacing Byron Grote who will take up his previous role as senior independent director.