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Spotlight | Al-Fayed family
Ritz rivals scent takeover opportunities amid legal turmoil

The Ritz might be full, but the Al-Fayed family is facing more than 400 compensation claims over sexual abuse.
The Ritz might be full, but the Al-Fayed family is facing more than 400 compensation claims over sexual abuse.© Photomontage by Glitz – Sources: Nils Robert (Alamy), Olga Yastremska (Alamy)

The ultra-luxury hotel in Paris's Place Vendôme is doing good business, despite the legal jeopardy in which its shareholders currently find themselves. Would-be buyers nevertheless remain hopeful that the Al-Fayed family could be tempted to part with their prime asset under the pressure.

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The Del Vecchio family
EssilorLuxottica heirs' dividends frozen for second year straight

Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio and his family have been squabbling over shareholdings and an Armani investment.
Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio and his family have been squabbling over shareholdings and an Armani investment.© Photomontage by Glitz – Sources: IPA (Alamy)

For the second year running, the widow and six children of the company's founder have not received any dividends from the eyewear manufacturer, despite its strong performance. This is due to family disputes that are paralysing their family office.

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