The Counterfeit is the accident of the brand
January 2005
The mindless copy, or fake, or counterfeit object, is a real economic scourge. That goes without saying. But isn’t it also, in a way, (…)
LAKIN@LARGE - Santa claws may well be out!
January 2005
As the evenings draw in and the temperature slowly slides down the thermometer, thoughts turn to log fires, a comforting glass of one’s favourite (…)
The Place Vendôme does not feel the pain
December 2004
For those looking for elegant boutiques, the Place Vendôme is considered the most beautiful and prestigious location in Paris. “It is a (…)
Recreating an “entirely and extremely feminine” brand
December 2004
It was to Arlette Emch that the Swatch Group entrusted the sensitive task of recreating a watch and jewellery brand that would be ¿entirely and extremely (…)
A quantum leap by Eterna SA
December 2004
Founded 148 years ago, Eterna is an integral part of Switzerland’s watchmaking history. Through the perturbations caused by economic turbulence, two (…)
Audemars Piguet’s feminine side
December 2004
After more than two years of in-house development, Audemars Piguet is launching a vast campaign to charm the ladies. The code name of this extensive (…)
Market Focus UK: International luxury goods groups
December 2004
Throughout this report constant references are made to the eleven watch brands inside the investment portfolio of Compagnie Financière Richemont (…)
Market Focus UK: Distribution
December 2004
Wholly owned distributorsand Independent distributors
Market Focus UK: Retail Trade
December 2004
Signet Group plc shares on the London Stock Exchange have recently been recommended as a ‘buy’, following its September announcement of the half-year (…)
Market Focus UK: The market place
November 2004
“The total UK market for watches is estimated at 18.4 million units in 2003, with an estimated retail value of £710 million. With value growth at (…)
Market focus UK: A bullish market, but challenges remain!
November 2004
First, an historical snapshot. In the year 1879, the value of exports from the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland of watches, clocks and parts (…)
Zenith’s Mechanical Stars
November 2004
Zenith is looking back into its history and is targeting women - all women - with its mechanical timepieces.