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Money laundering: French finance ministry puts luxury sector under surveillance

France's consumer affairs and fraud watchdog, the DGCCRF, conducted a survey of the luxury goods sector between October 2022 and June 2023.© Studio Pachamama

After focusing first on the watch trade, French authorities are now cracking down on the luxury sector as a whole. They are taking aim at everything from jewellery to leather and second-hand goods, with in-depth investigations and heavy sanctions.

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Battle of the Bulgaris: Veronica moves to outmanoeuvre sister Ilaria

Veronica Bulgari, locked in a two-year lawsuit against her sister Ilaria over management of two trusts worth $130m, asked the New York court to grant her summary judgment - a request that has backfired somewhat.

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Nicolas Puech weighs in on fresh proceedings against his former asset manager

Wealth manager Éric Freymond has been taken to court in Switzerland by the heirs of a second client, in addition to Hermès heir Nicolas Puech. Having failed to spur an investigation into Freymond for alleged mismanagement, Puech's lawyers are now hoping to benefit from that second set of proceedings to beef up their own.

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LVMH waging 'coffee table book' publishing offensive

The luxury giant is stepping up its involvement in publishing houses to produce prestigious and beautiful books for its brands.

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Tom Ford in the doldrums after Estée Lauder takeover

The Texan designer's namesake brand has registered declining sales since Estée Lauder acquired 100% of the company in November 2022. For the time being, the house's valuation remains higher than the acquisition price.

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Élysée Palace partnership prompts Enowe to spread its luxury wings

The investment fund last year won the approval of the office of France's president for one of its holdings, the top-flight watchmaker Pequignet. Buoyed by the kudos, the family office now plans to expand its portfolio of luxury brands.

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Paris 2024 organisers less than hospitable to key partner Moët Hennessy during Olympics

The Paris 2024 Olympic Organising Committee refused accreditation to a sales rep of Moët Hennessy Diageo, owned by LVMH, which was a premium partner of the Games. The issue went all the way to the courts.

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The Cipriani family, the Venice bar moguls making costly property bets

Arrigo Cipriani (centre), his son Giuseppe (behind) and grandsons Maggio and Ignazio (in the background).© Studio Pachamama

The family that owns the iconic Harry's Bar restaurant in Venice has undertaken four colossal property projects that are putting a strain on finances. Several big names in luxury are keeping a close eye on those ventures, ready to make offers in the event of a collapse.

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Anna Wintour gets special treatment at Ritz

Anna Wintour is a fan of the Ritz Paris, and everybody knows it. The feeling, judging by the evidence, is mutual.

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