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Hugo Boss
Hugo Boss achieved modest growth of 2% with the BOSS brand outperforming HUGO. The company's menswear-first DNA continued to drive category leadership in formalwear and casualwear. Management noted intensifying competition in the premium segment and selectively participated in promotional events to maintain market share.
Core menswear categories showed resilience; elevated casual and smart casual driving growth
VF Corp
VF Corp continued its turnaround efforts with revenue declining 5% as the company works through inventory and organizational changes. The North Face showed improvement in DTC channels while Dickies faced headwinds from workwear market softness. Management emphasized gross margin improvement through reduced promotional activity.
LVMH
LVMH reported resilient performance across Fashion & Leather Goods, with organic revenue growth of 4% despite currency headwinds. Management noted selective demand patterns in the US and Europe, with aspirational consumers pulling back while top-tier clients remained active. Menswear was highlighted as a growth category within Dior and Louis Vuitton, though wholesale channels showed softer reorder rates in the second half.
Menswear growth driven by Dior Men and LV men's ready-to-wear; wholesale channel seeing softer reorders
Kering
Kering's FY2025 results reflected continued pressure at Gucci, with revenue declining 8% on an organic basis. Bottega Veneta was the standout performer with 18% growth driven by strong leather goods demand. Management acknowledged elevated promotional activity in the wholesale channel and flagged inventory management as a key focus for 2026.
Gucci menswear underperformed womenswear; Saint Laurent men's showing stabilization signs
Ralph Lauren
Ralph Lauren delivered 6% revenue growth in Q3 driven by strong DTC performance and brand elevation strategy. Average unit retail price increased 8% as the company continues to reduce off-price exposure. Management expressed confidence in the men's business, particularly in tailoring and outerwear categories.
Men's tailoring and outerwear categories showed double-digit growth; off-price mix declining
PVH Corp
PVH reported a 2% revenue decline driven by planned wholesale reductions in North America. Calvin Klein showed improving brand heat metrics while Tommy Hilfiger maintained stable performance. Management noted cautious consumer behavior and increased promotional environment across the department store channel.
Calvin Klein men's performance improving in DTC; wholesale markdown pressure in department stores
Capri Holdings
Capri Holdings reported challenging results with revenue declining 12% year-over-year. Michael Kors continued to face significant headwinds from reduced consumer traffic and elevated inventory levels. Versace showed signs of stabilization while Jimmy Choo posted modest growth. The company increased promotional cadence across channels to manage inventory levels.
Michael Kors men's saw accelerated declines; Versace men's stabilizing with new creative direction
Burberry
Burberry's turnaround progressed slowly with revenue down 4% on a constant currency basis. The new creative direction under Daniel Lee showed improved brand perception scores but has not yet fully translated to commercial performance. Management highlighted selective markdowns to clear pre-transition inventory while protecting core product margins.
Men's outerwear and scarves remained resilient; broader men's ready-to-wear still transitioning