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Beyond the founder: what Michele wants to do with “his” Valentino
  • 3 Sep 2026

Beyond the founder: what Michele wants to do with “his” Valentino

Kering’s Academy looks to the future, but analysts remain focused on the present Gucci will not return to growth until late 2026. Bernstein has cut its forecasts for Kering, reinforcing concerns expressed just days earlier by Barclays, which described the company’s guidance as “increasingly out of reach”. Also on CEO Luca de Meo’s desk is the agreement with Mayhoola concerning Valentino, a brand that continues to lose ground. Meanwhile, the luxury group controlled by the Pinault family is delivering on its promises: less than 90 days after its announcement, the Academy of Excellence is about to become a reality. So, while Kering’s Academy looks to the future, analysts remain more cautious about the present. The forecasts Bernstein analysts believe Gucci will take longer than expected to return to growth. They forecast that the brand’s retail sales will decline by 4 per cent in the second quarter of 2026. This would represent an improvement on the 9 per cent decline recorded in the first quarter, but “we believe the brand’s turnaround has not yet been achieved”, the research firm wrote in a report cited by MarketScreener. Partly because of the conflict in the Middle East, Bernstein expects “Gucci to return to growth by the end of 2026”. For the full year, the firm forecasts constant-currency retail sales to decline by 2.9 per cent. Bernstein’s estimates come just a few days after similarly cautious projections from Barclays. Both sets of forecasts followed a conference call between the company’s management and analysts. Barclays stated that the company’s guidance appears “increasingly out of reach”, as reported by Borsa Italiana. It expects Gucci’s second-quarter revenue to decline by 5 per cent, while forecasting a 3 per cent fall for the full year. Despite some volatile trading sessions, Kering’s shares have performed relatively well. Looking at both the past month and the past five days, the stock has gained close to 3 per cent. Valentino’s impact The weak results reported by Valentino have once again brought the agreement between Mayhoola and Kering into focus. The brand’s performance has fallen short of expectations, the luxury sector has been downgraded, and the report published by Miss Tweed appears increasingly plausible. Citing sources close to the French group, the publication claims that Kering is reconsidering the acquisition of the remaining 70 per cent stake in the Roman fashion house. De Meo has postponed to 2029 the deadline by which the two parties must decide how to proceed, and above all whether to exercise the option to acquire the remaining 70 per cent of Valentino and become its sole owner. Kering’s Academy looks to the future According to Il Sole 24 Ore, on Tuesday 7 July, memoranda of understanding will be signed at the Milano Innovation District between Kering and eight institutions and training organisations: ACOF, AFOL, CAPAC, Galdus, HModa, ITS Cosmo, Istituto Modartech and Schola. The agreements will mark the official launch of the Academy of Excellence. Tuesday has also seen the inaugural meeting of the Academy’s “Think Tank”, which will oversee its strategic direction. The initiative will be led by Sabina Belli, CEO of Pomellato. “The luxury industry is undergoing a profound transformation: the traditional concepts of rarity and craftsmanship are now evolving towards broader and more complex meanings”, said Belli. She added: “Our aim is not simply to pass on techniques inherited from the past, but to transform traditional crafts into dynamic professions”. Photos from the LinkedIn accounts of Gucci (left) and Kering (right)
  • 9 Jul 2026

Kering’s Academy looks to the future, but analysts remain focused on the present

Valentino, the surprises in the will and the EUR 450 million bond
  • 9 Jul 2026

Valentino, the surprises in the will and the EUR 450 million bond

The Michele effect is yet to materialise: Valentino down 15% in 2025
  • 25 Jun 2026

The Michele effect is yet to materialise: Valentino down 15% in 2025

More executive reshuffles at Gucci and Valentino — but they are not the only ones
  • 9 Apr 2026
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More executive reshuffles at Gucci and Valentino — but they are not the only ones

To understand Gucci’s condition, it is worth reading Alessandro Michele
  • 23 Mar 2026

To understand Gucci’s condition, it is worth reading Alessandro Michele

The multiple interferences of Alessandro Michele for Valentino
  • 16 Mar 2026
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The multiple interferences of Alessandro Michele for Valentino

According to Piccioli, leather is far more than “just a material”
  • 16 Feb 2026

According to Piccioli, leather is far more than “just a material”

Valentino’s problems and all the connected doubts
  • 5 Feb 2026

Valentino’s problems and all the connected doubts

While Arnault hints at M&A, shareholders inject funds into Valentino
  • 2 Feb 2026

While Arnault hints at M&A, shareholders inject funds into Valentino

1932–2026: the many infinite paths of Valentino
  • 22 Jan 2026

1932–2026: the many infinite paths of Valentino

Fashion according to Piccioli and Michele: two poetics in dialogue
  • 19 Jan 2026
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Fashion according to Piccioli and Michele: two poetics in dialogue

From Balmain to Valentino: all of Mayhoola’s open fronts
  • 17 Nov 2025
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From Balmain to Valentino: all of Mayhoola’s open fronts

Kering now faces the recapitalisation of Valentino — and a legal battle with Coty
  • 13 Nov 2025
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Kering now faces the recapitalisation of Valentino and a legal battle with Coty

Buyers say yes: from Chanel to Dior, new debuts inspire confidence
  • 13 Oct 2025
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Buyers say yes: from Chanel to Dior, new debuts inspire confidence

Valentino challenges the present, Balenciaga explores the body
  • 9 Oct 2025
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Valentino challenges the present, Balenciaga explores the body

Michele dismisses rumours of leaving Valentino and doubles down on accessories
  • 6 Oct 2025

Michele dismisses rumours of leaving Valentino and doubles down on accessories

Record debts for Artemis, Valentine renegotiates with banks
  • 2 Oct 2025
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Record debts for Artemis, Valentine renegotiates with banks

Kering and Mayhoola give themselves one more year to close Valentino deal
  • 15 Sep 2025

Kering and Mayhoola give themselves one more year to close Valentino deal

Kering and Mayhoola study how (and whether) to close Valentino deal
  • 4 Sep 2025
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Kering and Mayhoola study how (and whether) to close Valentino deal

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