Johann Rupert
Richemont Sees Sales Soar, Strong Gains Across All Regions in Fiscal 2023
While sales and profits were robust, chairman Johann Rupert warned of a slowdown in U.S. demand due to the…
Richemont Goes Greener With Two Top-tier Appointments
The luxury group has promoted its chief sustainability officer, and plans to add a seasoned automotive…
Mark Weston Exits Dunhill After Five Years
During his tenure as chief creative officer at Dunhill, Weston put a softer spin on the collections, and gave…
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Luxury Remains Robust Despite Volatile Markets, Says Richemont
The luxury giant continues to focus on local audiences as it waits for China to lift lockdown restrictions…
Johann Rupert Bullish on Richemont Prospects Despite ‘Volatile’ Times
Richemont's sales rose 24 percent in the first half, with profit from continuing operations climbing 40…
Richemont Shareholders Reject Activist Investor Bluebell’s Proposals at AGM
Shareholders plumped for chairman Johann Rupert's pick Wendy Luhabe. The South African executive will now…
An Autumn of Activism Awaits European Luxury, Consumer Giants
Activist investors are nervous about shrinking valuations, inflation and geopolitical tensions — and they're…
Johann Rupert Slams Bluebell’s Proposals Ahead of Richemont AGM
In a detailed letter to shareholders, Richemont chairman Johann Rupert described Francesco Trapani…
Richemont Urges Shareholders to Reject Bluebell’s Proposals at AGM
Bluebell wants to install Francesco Trapani on the board to represent holders of the publicly listed shares.
Activist Bluebell Spells Out Richemont Demands
"We think there is no better person on the planet than Francesco Trapani to contribute, and add value to…
Activist Hedge Fund Bluebell Wants a Bigger Voice on Richemont’s Board
Bluebell wants Richemont to name a representative for those who hold the publicly-listed "A" shares, and the…
Johann Rupert Defiant on Richemont Strategy Despite Falling Shares
Rupert defended his strategies and vision for Richemont, and shrugged off the 13 percent share price decline…
In Fashion: Johann the Intellectual Syncs With José the Technologist
The Richemont-Farfetch talks are not just a potential new kind of combination, but a new way of doing…
Six Years On, Farfetch Answers Johann Rupert’s Call for Collaboration
Six years ago, Richemont's chief called on the luxury industry to join him in creating an open e-commerce…
Pearls of Insight from Richemont Chairman Johann Rupert
The founder, owner and chairman of Cartier parent Richemont, speaks his mind and on Friday he had much to say…