Puig closed the first nine months of the year with revenue of 3.596 billion euros, up 7% like-for-like (at constant scope and exchange rates, LFL) and 4.9% higher on a reported basis than in the same period a year earlier.
In the third quarter, sales were 1.297 billion euros, up 6.1% LFL and 3.2% on a reported basis, the company said in a statement filed on Thursday with Spain’s National Securities Market Commission (CNMV).
The company’s executive chairman, Marc Puig, said it was a solid quarter “supported by sustained growth across all business segments and by the strength” of the brands.
“We face the Christmas campaign with full confidence, thanks to our strong execution capabilities, disciplined management and notable launches such as ‘La Bomba’ by Carolina Herrera,” he added.
The premium beauty company noted that the results for the period show “consistent execution and strong resilience across all categories”, which have enabled it to offset the slowdown in the fragrance market and the impact of exchange rates.
Separately, Puig said it will hold its Capital Markets Day on 16 and 17 April 2026.
The company also stressed that the increased visibility after the “sell-in” of the Christmas campaign allows it to reaffirm its LFL sales growth outlook for this year in the range of 6% to 8%.
“The company expects growth to be around the middle of that range,” the firm added, reiterating expectations for expansion of the adjusted EBITDA margin, in line with the improvement recorded in 2024.
The company said this outlook reflects confidence in its execution capabilities and the strength of its brands, alongside a resilient performance across all its divisions.
By segment, fragrances and fashion generated sales of 2.617 billion euros, up 6.4% LFL and accounting for 73% of the total.
In the third quarter, it posted sales of 932 million euros, up 2.8%, “reflecting the expected moderation in global fragrance markets and the impact of exchange rates”.
Make-up closed the period with revenue of 569 million euros, up 8.3%, and in the third quarter posted sales of 230 million euros, up 18.8%, “driven by continued innovation, the sustained success of Charlotte Tilbury and the strong performance of the retail channel, as well as integration with Amazon in the United States”.
Lastly, skincare posted revenue of 410 million euros, up 9.2% through September, and 135 million euros in the third quarter, up 10.5%.
By region, EMEA represented 53% of Puig’s sales, with 1.898 billion euros, up 3.9% through September, and 699 million euros, up 4.2%, in the third quarter.
The Americas accounted for 37%, with 1,331 million euros (up 7.8%) through September, and 464 million euros (up 2.3%) in the third quarter.
Finally, Asia-Pacific “maintained its solid performance”, with sales of 368 million euros through September, up 23%, and 134 million euros in the third quarter, up 35.8%, with the company noting that it is the fastest-growing region.
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The demerger of Unilever‘s ice cream division, to be named ‘The Magnum Ice Cream Company,’ which had been delayed in recent months by the US government shutdown, will finally go ahead on Saturday, the British group announced.
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Unilever said in a statement on Friday that the admission of the new entity’s shares to listing and trading in Amsterdam, London, and New York, as well as the commencement of trading… is expected to take place on Monday, December 8.
The longest federal government shutdown in US history, from October 1 to November 12, fully or partially affected many parts of the federal government, including the securities regulator, after weeks without an agreement between Donald Trump‘s Republicans and the Democratic opposition.
Unilever, which had previously aimed to complete the demerger by mid-November, warned in October that the US securities regulator (SEC) was “not in a position to declare effective” the registration of the new company’s shares. However, the group said it was “determined to implement in 2025” the separation of a division that also includes the Ben & Jerry’s and Cornetto brands, and which will have its primary listing in Amsterdam.
“The registration statement” for the shares in the US “became effective on Thursday, December 4,” Unilever said in its statement. Known for Dove soaps, Axe deodorants and Knorr soups, the group reported a slight decline in third-quarter sales at the end of October, but beat market expectations.
Under pressure from investors, including the activist fund Trian of US billionaire Nelson Peltz, to improve performance, the group last year unveiled a strategic plan to focus on 30 power brands. It then announced the demerger of its ice cream division and, to boost margins, launched a cost-saving plan involving 7,500 job cuts, nearly 6% of the workforce. Unilever’s shares on the London Stock Exchange were steady on Friday shortly after the market opened, at 4,429 pence.
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Burberry has named a new chief operating and supply chain officer as well as a new chief customer officer. They’re both key roles at the recovering luxury giant and both are being promoted from within.
Matteo Calonaci becomes chief operating and supply chain officer, moving from his role as senior vice-president of strategy and transformation at the firm.
In his new role, he’ll be oversee supply chain and planning, strategy and transformation, and data and analytics. He succeeds Klaus Bierbrauer, who’s currently Burberry supply chain and industrial officer. Bierbrauer will be leaving the company following its winter show and a transition period.
Matteo Calonaci – Burberry
Meanwhile, Johnattan Leon steps up as chief customer officer. He’s currently currently Burberry’s senior vice-president of commercial and chief of staff. In his new role he’ll be leading Burberry’s customer, client engagement, customer service and retail excellence teams, while also overseeing its digital, outlet and commercial operations.
Both Calonaci and Leon will join the executive committee, reporting to Company CEO Joshua Schulman.
JohnattanLeon – Burberry
Schulman said of the two execs that the appointments “reflect the exceptional talent and leadership we have at Burberry. Both Matteo and Johnattan have been instrumental in strengthening our focus on executional excellence and elevating our customer experience. Their deep understanding of our business, our people, and our customers gives me full confidence that their leadership will help drive [our strategy] Burberry Forward”.
Traditional and occasion wear designer Puneet Gupta has stepped into the world of fine jewellery with the launch of ‘Deco Luméaura,’ a collection designed to blend heritage and contemporary aesthetics while taking inspiration from the dramatic landscapes of Ladakh.
Hints of Ladakh’s heritage can be seen in this sculptural evening bag – Puneet Gupta
“For me, Deco Luméaura is an exploration of transformation- of material, of story, of self,” said Puneet Gupta in a press release. “True luxury isn’t perfect; it is intentional. Every piece is crafted to be lived with and passed on.”
The jewellery collection features cocktail rings, bangles, chokers, necklaces, and statement evening bags made in recycled brass and finished with 24 carat gold. The stones used have been kept natural to highlight their imperfect and unique forms and each piece in the collection has been hammered, polished, and engraved by hand.
An eclectic mix of jewels from the collection – Puneet Gupta
Designed to function as wearable art pieces, the colourful jewellery echoes the geometry of Art Deco while incorporating distinctly South Asian imagery such as camels, butterflies, and tassels. Gupta divides his time between his stores in Hyderabad and Delhi and aims to bring Indian artistry to a global audience while crafting a dialogue between designer and artisan.