Disadvantages of Independent Luxury Brands Acquired by Large Conglomerates

It’s been a challenging time for the luxury industry, with some of the biggest brands facing sales slumps, investor concerns and succession dilemmas. How is the industry moving forward? 🔜 https://bloom.bg/4mEdkaI

What does the future hold for luxury brands? According to the EY 2025 Luxury Client Index, trust remains a key challenge for consumers considering secondhand luxury purchases. More than half of respondents (54%) indicated they would feel more confident buying from a certified pre-owned program operated by the brand itself. Explore how luxury brands can build trust and unlock a new market that addresses both pricing and sustainability concerns. Read the full report for deeper insights: https://ow.ly/AC5f50WVG2N

🕰️ Timeless and timely: what can we learn from luxury brands? Luxury brands have mastered the art of enduring relevance. As revealed by #KantarBrandZ, top luxury houses have increased their brand value sixfold over two decades - proof that longevity and agility can co-exist. What’s their secret? 🔑 Discover how luxury leaders CHANEL, Dom Pérignon, ROLEX and Prada Group have built Meaningful Difference - the ultimate strategic growth driver. 🔗 Read the full article from expert Ellie Thorpe via the link in comments. #BrandStrategy #LuxuryMarketing #KantarBrandZ #MarketingInsights #MeaningfulDifference #BrandValue

Another insight-packed moment from our Brand Innovators Executive Interviews at Cannes! Gena Grish, Captiv8 SVP of Enterprise Partnerships, sat down with George Hammer, Global Head of Luxury Marketing at Marriott International, as he shared how luxury brands balance timeless elegance with cultural immediacy. George highlighted how offerings must evolve with cultural trends to stay relevant while innovating without losing their essence. Watch the full conversation here: https://lnkd.in/eykpCs46 #LuxuryMarketing #BrandInnovation #InfluencerMarketing

The luxury brand industry faces challenges after years of growth, with declining sales raising investor and analyst concerns.... Read more: https://lnkd.in/dmFcis7R #NewsGuru #LuxuryBrandIndustry #BusinessNews #MarketTrends #InvestorInsights #ConsumerTrends

📊 Armani’s next chapter could reshape luxury investing. Whether through a high-profile acquisition or a market listing, the brand’s trajectory reflects broader industry themes: consolidation, global scale, and the monetization of heritage. For investors, the spotlight is now on how value, legacy, and strategy will converge. #InvestmentStrategy #LuxuryBusiness #Armani #GlobalMarkets #LVMH #FashionAndFinance

Nothing says luxury like the elusivity and desirability of a members’ club. In an exclusive with Creative Bloq, Strategy Director, Louise Odquier, reveals why the brands winning in luxury right now aren't just selling products but designing experiences that make people feel they belong to something rare. From Hermès to Miu Miu, unpublicised dinners to studio previews, the smartest brands understand that true luxury isn't what you own, it's the world you get to step into. “The product will always matter, but without an experiential strategy, it will never create true loyalty.” Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eu3FXWWW #ImaginationGLBL #CustomerEngagment #BrandLoyalty #Experiential

💎 Bvlgari x NMACC: A Strategic Dialogue Between Heritage and Cultural Relevance 💎 Even without being there in person, the visuals and conversations surrounding the Bvlgari Collection at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre reveal something deeper than a jewellery showcase it’s a case study in luxury positioning, cultural storytelling, and brand evolution. Bvlgari has always mastered the art of merging its Roman roots with global sensibilities. By choosing NMACC as the platform, the brand isn’t just exhibiting its craftsmanship it’s reinforcing its commitment to cultural dialogue and experiential storytelling. What makes this collaboration noteworthy: 1️⃣ Cultural Relevance – Aligning with NMACC allows Bvlgari to tap into India’s growing influence in the global luxury market while respecting local appreciation for art, heritage, and craftsmanship. 2️⃣ Experiential Luxury – Today’s consumers crave emotional connection over possession. A cultural venue like NMACC transforms the jewellery experience into an immersive narrative about legacy and innovation. 3️⃣ Strategic Localization – It reflects how global maisons are moving beyond retail presence to cultural presence, embedding themselves in spaces of creativity and intellectual exchange. This kind of partnership demonstrates how luxury today is less about exclusivity and more about relevance staying true to brand DNA while connecting meaningfully with new audiences. #Bvlgari #NMACC #LuxuryStrategy #CulturalMarketing #BrandStorytelling #ExperientialLuxury #GlobalLuxuryTrends

Every detail matters in luxury retail. When Prada evaluated alternative vendors, they quickly realized that maintaining their exacting standards required more than routine care — it demanded proactive attention, responsiveness, and a partner they could trust. The result was a renewed partnership with Atlas, built on reliability and alignment with Prada’s reputation for excellence. 📖 Read the full case study to see how Atlas supported one of the world’s most recognized luxury brands: https://lnkd.in/gSi8tpiE

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