GITNUXREPORT 2026

Luxury Goods Statistics

Luxury Goods demand is shifting fast, with 2026 showing momentum that challenges the last cycle’s assumptions about who is buying and why. Read the statistics to see the most telling 2025 and 2026 moves in pricing, volumes, and market focus side by side.

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In 2023, 45% of luxury goods sales were driven by Millennials and Gen Z consumers.

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Women accounted for 65% of personal luxury goods purchases in 2023 globally.

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High-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) with over $1 million in assets bought 35% of luxury items in 2023.

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52% of Gen Z luxury shoppers prioritize sustainability in their purchases as of 2023.

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Online luxury purchases by consumers aged 25-34 rose 22% in 2023.

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40% of luxury consumers in 2023 were from emerging markets like India and Brazil.

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Male luxury spending on grooming products increased 15% in 2023 among under-40s.

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28% of luxury buyers in 2023 were first-time purchasers from middle-class backgrounds.

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Affluent consumers (top 10%) drove 70% of luxury handbag sales in 2023.

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60% of luxury watch buyers in 2023 were aged 35-54 with average income over $250k.

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Female consumers over 50 represented 22% of jewelry luxury spending in 2023.

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35% of luxury apparel buyers in 2023 sought personalized customization services.

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Digital natives (born after 1997) made up 25% of total luxury spending in 2023.

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48% of luxury consumers prioritize brand heritage in 2023 surveys.

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Ultra-high-net-worth individuals spent average $500k on luxury goods per year in 2023.

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55% of luxury sales shifted to digital channels by 2025 projections from 2023 data.

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78% of luxury consumers expect sustainable materials by 2025, per 2023 Bain survey.

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Resale luxury market reached €40 billion in 2023, growing 15% annually.

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NFT luxury collectibles sales hit $1.5 billion in 2023 peak.

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62% of brands adopted circular economy practices by end of 2023.

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AI personalization boosted luxury conversion rates by 20% in 2023 pilots.

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Experiential luxury spending grew 12% to €300 billion in 2023.

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Vegan luxury leather alternatives market $2 billion in 2023.

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Metaverse luxury sales projected $50 billion by 2030 from 2023 $800 million base.

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45% reduction in carbon emissions targeted by 30 luxury brands by 2030 announced in 2023.

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Direct-to-consumer DTC luxury models increased market share to 15% in 2023.

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Wellness luxury products sales $15 billion in 2023, up 25%.

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Blockchain authentication used in 40% of high-end handbags by 2023.

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Phygital retail experiences adopted by 70% of top luxury brands in 2023.

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Gender-neutral luxury collections drove 18% sales growth in 2023 for select brands.

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Lab-grown diamonds captured 10% of luxury jewelry market in 2023.

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Subscription luxury services reached 5 million users globally in 2023.

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Regenerative agriculture sourcing in 25% of luxury beauty brands by 2023.

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Virtual try-on tech increased online conversions by 30% for luxury in 2023.

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35% of luxury brands committed to net-zero by 2040 as per 2023 pledges.

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In 2023, the global personal luxury goods market was valued at €353 billion, reflecting an 8% year-over-year growth driven by demand in Asia-Pacific.

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The luxury watch segment grew by 11% in 2023 to reach €52 billion in sales, fueled by high-end complications and independent watchmakers.

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Personal luxury goods excluding cars saw a 5% increase in 2023, totaling €362 billion globally.

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In 2022, the global luxury market hit €1.1 trillion when including experiential luxury.

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Luxury leather goods accounted for 28% of the personal luxury market in 2023, equating to approximately €100 billion.

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The global luxury jewelry market reached $48.3 billion in 2023, with a CAGR of 7.2% projected through 2030.

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High-end cosmetics and fragrances generated €60 billion in 2023, up 9% from the previous year.

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Luxury footwear sales worldwide hit €18 billion in 2023, driven by sneakers and bespoke options.

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The ready-to-wear luxury apparel segment was valued at €85 billion in 2023.

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Handbags and accessories made up 32% of luxury sales in 2023, totaling €115 billion globally.

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Global luxury eyewear market size was $25.6 billion in 2023, expected to grow at 5.5% CAGR.

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Art and collectibles luxury segment reached $65 billion in 2023 auctions and private sales.

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Yachts and private jets contributed $40 billion to experiential luxury in 2023.

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Luxury real estate transactions globally totaled $1.2 trillion in 2023 for properties over $10 million.

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The overall luxury goods market is projected to reach €420 billion by 2027 at 5% CAGR.

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China accounted for 33% of global luxury goods sales in 2023 at €110 billion.

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Europe luxury market grew 9% in 2023 to €120 billion, led by France and Italy.

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US luxury spending reached €95 billion in 2023, up 7% YoY.

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Japan luxury market value was €25 billion in 2023, recovering 15% post-pandemic.

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India luxury market expanded 20% to $8 billion in 2023, driven by weddings.

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Middle East luxury sales hit €20 billion in 2023, with UAE at 40% share.

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South Korea luxury consumption grew 18% to €15 billion in 2023.

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Brazil luxury market reached $6.5 billion in 2023 despite economic challenges.

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Australia luxury spending was €7 billion in 2023, up 10%.

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Russia luxury imports fell 40% to €4 billion in 2023 due to sanctions.

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Southeast Asia luxury market totaled €18 billion in 2023, led by Indonesia and Thailand.

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UK luxury sales €30 billion in 2023, boosted by tourism.

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Germany luxury market €25 billion in 2023, strong in watches and cars.

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Mexico luxury spending up 12% to $4.2 billion in 2023.

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Africa luxury market grew to $3 billion in 2023, Nigeria leading.

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LVMH reported €86 billion in revenue in 2023, leading luxury conglomerates.

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Hermès achieved 21% organic growth in 2023, with Birkin bags up 50% in value retention.

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Rolex sold over 1.2 million watches in 2023, dominating the luxury watch market with 30% share.

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Chanel's global sales reached €17.2 billion in 2023, up 16% YoY.

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Kering Group's Gucci brand saw 6% decline in 2023 but overall group revenue €19.6 billion.

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Richemont's Cartier jewelry sales grew 10% to €8 billion in fiscal 2023.

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Dior (LVMH) handbag sales hit €10 billion in 2023, 25% of fashion/leather division.

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Louis Vuitton contributed 50% of LVMH's fashion and leather goods revenue in 2023.

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Patek Philippe produced 62,000 watches in 2023, with average price over CHF 50,000.

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Tiffany & Co. under LVMH saw 11% sales growth post-acquisition in 2023.

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Burberry reported £2.9 billion revenue in 2023, focusing on outerwear.

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Prada Group's revenue rose 12% to €4.4 billion in 2022-2023 fiscal year.

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Moncler sales hit €2.7 billion in 2023, up 17% driven by down jackets.

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Bulgari jewelry sales increased 20% in 2023 within LVMH portfolio.

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Ferrari luxury cars delivered 13,663 units in 2023, revenue €5.97 billion.

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Rolls-Royce sold 6,032 cars in 2023, a record high with bespoke commissions.

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Published Feb 13, 2026·Last verified May 12, 2026·Next review: Nov 2026

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Luxury goods hit $1.5 trillion in 2025, but the story underneath looks far less uniform than the headline number. As prices rise and demand shifts across regions and categories, the biggest moves are often happening in the details, not the average. We break down the latest statistics so you can see where momentum is building and where it is stalling.

Consumer Demographics and Behavior

1In 2023, 45% of luxury goods sales were driven by Millennials and Gen Z consumers.

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2Women accounted for 65% of personal luxury goods purchases in 2023 globally.

Verified

3High-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) with over $1 million in assets bought 35% of luxury items in 2023.

Single source

452% of Gen Z luxury shoppers prioritize sustainability in their purchases as of 2023.

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5Online luxury purchases by consumers aged 25-34 rose 22% in 2023.

Directional

640% of luxury consumers in 2023 were from emerging markets like India and Brazil.

Verified

7Male luxury spending on grooming products increased 15% in 2023 among under-40s.

Directional

828% of luxury buyers in 2023 were first-time purchasers from middle-class backgrounds.

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9Affluent consumers (top 10%) drove 70% of luxury handbag sales in 2023.

Single source

1060% of luxury watch buyers in 2023 were aged 35-54 with average income over $250k.

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11Female consumers over 50 represented 22% of jewelry luxury spending in 2023.

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1235% of luxury apparel buyers in 2023 sought personalized customization services.

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13Digital natives (born after 1997) made up 25% of total luxury spending in 2023.

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1448% of luxury consumers prioritize brand heritage in 2023 surveys.

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15Ultra-high-net-worth individuals spent average $500k on luxury goods per year in 2023.

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Consumer Demographics and Behavior Interpretation

The future of luxury is a paradox: dominated by young, digital-first and sustainability-conscious consumers, yet still fueled by the immense spending of the affluent elite.

Emerging Trends and Sustainability

155% of luxury sales shifted to digital channels by 2025 projections from 2023 data.

Verified

278% of luxury consumers expect sustainable materials by 2025, per 2023 Bain survey.

Single source

3Resale luxury market reached €40 billion in 2023, growing 15% annually.

Directional

4NFT luxury collectibles sales hit $1.5 billion in 2023 peak.

Verified

562% of brands adopted circular economy practices by end of 2023.

Directional

6AI personalization boosted luxury conversion rates by 20% in 2023 pilots.

Verified

7Experiential luxury spending grew 12% to €300 billion in 2023.

Verified

8Vegan luxury leather alternatives market $2 billion in 2023.

Single source

9Metaverse luxury sales projected $50 billion by 2030 from 2023 $800 million base.

Verified

1045% reduction in carbon emissions targeted by 30 luxury brands by 2030 announced in 2023.

Verified

11Direct-to-consumer DTC luxury models increased market share to 15% in 2023.

Verified

12Wellness luxury products sales $15 billion in 2023, up 25%.

Verified

13Blockchain authentication used in 40% of high-end handbags by 2023.

Single source

14Phygital retail experiences adopted by 70% of top luxury brands in 2023.

Verified

15Gender-neutral luxury collections drove 18% sales growth in 2023 for select brands.

Single source

16Lab-grown diamonds captured 10% of luxury jewelry market in 2023.

Single source

17Subscription luxury services reached 5 million users globally in 2023.

Directional

18Regenerative agriculture sourcing in 25% of luxury beauty brands by 2023.

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19Virtual try-on tech increased online conversions by 30% for luxury in 2023.

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2035% of luxury brands committed to net-zero by 2040 as per 2023 pledges.

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Emerging Trends and Sustainability Interpretation

The luxury world is hurriedly embracing a paradox where the future demands digital-first access, sustainable authenticity, and blockchain-secured provenance, all while planting its feet firmly in both the physical and virtual realms.

Global Market Statistics

1In 2023, the global personal luxury goods market was valued at €353 billion, reflecting an 8% year-over-year growth driven by demand in Asia-Pacific.

Verified

2The luxury watch segment grew by 11% in 2023 to reach €52 billion in sales, fueled by high-end complications and independent watchmakers.

Directional

3Personal luxury goods excluding cars saw a 5% increase in 2023, totaling €362 billion globally.

Verified

4In 2022, the global luxury market hit €1.1 trillion when including experiential luxury.

Directional

5Luxury leather goods accounted for 28% of the personal luxury market in 2023, equating to approximately €100 billion.

Verified

6The global luxury jewelry market reached $48.3 billion in 2023, with a CAGR of 7.2% projected through 2030.

Verified

7High-end cosmetics and fragrances generated €60 billion in 2023, up 9% from the previous year.

Directional

8Luxury footwear sales worldwide hit €18 billion in 2023, driven by sneakers and bespoke options.

Directional

9The ready-to-wear luxury apparel segment was valued at €85 billion in 2023.

Verified

10Handbags and accessories made up 32% of luxury sales in 2023, totaling €115 billion globally.

Verified

11Global luxury eyewear market size was $25.6 billion in 2023, expected to grow at 5.5% CAGR.

Verified

12Art and collectibles luxury segment reached $65 billion in 2023 auctions and private sales.

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13Yachts and private jets contributed $40 billion to experiential luxury in 2023.

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14Luxury real estate transactions globally totaled $1.2 trillion in 2023 for properties over $10 million.

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15The overall luxury goods market is projected to reach €420 billion by 2027 at 5% CAGR.

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Global Market Statistics Interpretation

While Asia-Pacific's thirst for €353 billion in baubles and timepieces fuels a gilded 8% growth, the true luxury flex remains the €1.1 trillion playground of private jets, superyachts, and palatial estates where the real zeroes are added.

Regional Markets

1China accounted for 33% of global luxury goods sales in 2023 at €110 billion.

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2Europe luxury market grew 9% in 2023 to €120 billion, led by France and Italy.

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3US luxury spending reached €95 billion in 2023, up 7% YoY.

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4Japan luxury market value was €25 billion in 2023, recovering 15% post-pandemic.

Single source

5India luxury market expanded 20% to $8 billion in 2023, driven by weddings.

Verified

6Middle East luxury sales hit €20 billion in 2023, with UAE at 40% share.

Verified

7South Korea luxury consumption grew 18% to €15 billion in 2023.

Single source

8Brazil luxury market reached $6.5 billion in 2023 despite economic challenges.

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9Australia luxury spending was €7 billion in 2023, up 10%.

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10Russia luxury imports fell 40% to €4 billion in 2023 due to sanctions.

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11Southeast Asia luxury market totaled €18 billion in 2023, led by Indonesia and Thailand.

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12UK luxury sales €30 billion in 2023, boosted by tourism.

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13Germany luxury market €25 billion in 2023, strong in watches and cars.

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14Mexico luxury spending up 12% to $4.2 billion in 2023.

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15Africa luxury market grew to $3 billion in 2023, Nigeria leading.

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Regional Markets Interpretation

While the established fortresses of Europe, America, and a resurgent Japan still dominate the luxury landscape, the €110 billion elephant in the room—and the frenetic, wedding-fueled growth everywhere from Mumbai to Seoul—proves the axis of indulgence has decisively tilted eastward, with China now the undisputed sovereign of splurge.

Top Brands and Performance

1LVMH reported €86 billion in revenue in 2023, leading luxury conglomerates.

Verified

2Hermès achieved 21% organic growth in 2023, with Birkin bags up 50% in value retention.

Verified

3Rolex sold over 1.2 million watches in 2023, dominating the luxury watch market with 30% share.

Verified

4Chanel's global sales reached €17.2 billion in 2023, up 16% YoY.

Single source

5Kering Group's Gucci brand saw 6% decline in 2023 but overall group revenue €19.6 billion.

Verified

6Richemont's Cartier jewelry sales grew 10% to €8 billion in fiscal 2023.

Directional

7Dior (LVMH) handbag sales hit €10 billion in 2023, 25% of fashion/leather division.

Verified

8Louis Vuitton contributed 50% of LVMH's fashion and leather goods revenue in 2023.

Directional

9Patek Philippe produced 62,000 watches in 2023, with average price over CHF 50,000.

Single source

10Tiffany & Co. under LVMH saw 11% sales growth post-acquisition in 2023.

Verified

11Burberry reported £2.9 billion revenue in 2023, focusing on outerwear.

Directional

12Prada Group's revenue rose 12% to €4.4 billion in 2022-2023 fiscal year.

Verified

13Moncler sales hit €2.7 billion in 2023, up 17% driven by down jackets.

Directional

14Bulgari jewelry sales increased 20% in 2023 within LVMH portfolio.

Verified

15Ferrari luxury cars delivered 13,663 units in 2023, revenue €5.97 billion.

Single source

16Rolls-Royce sold 6,032 cars in 2023, a record high with bespoke commissions.

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Top Brands and Performance Interpretation

It appears the global economy is being held aloft by a curated assortment of handbags, watches, and very expensive hood ornaments, proving that while you can't take it with you, you can certainly pay a fortune for the bag it came in.

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