
Core Insights - LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton reported a revenue of €39.8 billion for the first half of 2025, reflecting a 4% decrease compared to the same period in 2024 [5][6] - Profit from recurring operations was €9 billion, resulting in an operating margin of 22.6% [3][5] - The Group's net profit amounted to €5.7 billion, down 22% year-over-year [5][6] Financial Highlights - Revenue for the first half of 2024 was €41.7 billion, while it decreased to €39.8 billion in 2025, marking a 4% decline [5] - Profit from recurring operations fell from €10.7 billion in 2024 to €9 billion in 2025, a decrease of 15% [5][8] - Net profit attributable to the Group decreased from €7.3 billion in 2024 to €5.7 billion in 2025, a decline of 22% [5][8] - Operating free cash flow increased by 29% to €4 billion [5][6] - Net financial debt decreased by 16% from €12.2 billion in 2024 to €10.2 billion in 2025 [5] Revenue by Business Group - Wines & Spirits revenue decreased from €2.8 billion in 2024 to €2.6 billion in 2025, an 8% decline [5][9] - Fashion & Leather Goods revenue fell from €20.8 billion in 2024 to €19.1 billion in 2025, also an 8% decline [5][10] - Perfumes & Cosmetics revenue slightly decreased from €4.1 billion in 2024 to €4.1 billion in 2025, a 1% decline [5][11] - Watches & Jewelry revenue remained stable at €5.1 billion in both years [5][13] - Selective Retailing revenue was flat at €8.6 billion in 2025 compared to €8.6 billion in 2024 [5][14] Business Group Performance - The Wines & Spirits segment experienced a decline in revenue and profit, with a notable drop in cognac demand, although champagne showed improvement [9] - The Fashion & Leather Goods segment demonstrated resilience with local customers, maintaining a high operating margin despite a decline in revenue [10] - The Perfumes & Cosmetics segment remained stable, driven by strong innovation and selective retailing strategies [11][12] - The Watches & Jewelry segment saw stable performance, with ongoing investments in store renovations and successful product launches [13] - The Selective Retailing segment achieved growth in revenue and profit, particularly through Sephora's strong performance [14] Outlook - LVMH remains confident in its long-term potential and will continue to focus on enhancing brand desirability and product quality amid geopolitical and economic uncertainties [15][16]