L’Oreal said to be in talks to acquire stake in Innovist
L'Oreal India is said to be in talks to acquire a majority stake in personal care company Innovist.
Macy’s net sales down 2.4% in 2025
US-based retailer Macy’s net sales, inclusive of store closures, fell 2.4% in fiscal year 2025 to $21.8bn....
Natura revenue down 12.1% in Q4
Natura reported net revenue in the fourth quarter dropped 12.1% year-over-year to BRL$6.2bn.
Korea’s JiYu raises $6.5m for US expansion
Korean skincare brand JiYu says it has raised $6.5m in growth capital.
L Catterton preparing to invest $313m in five Japanese companies
L Catterton is preparing to invest roughly $313m in five Japanese consumer companies over the next three years.
Ulta Beauty’s sales up 9.7% in 2025
Ulta Beauty’s net sales in 2025 grew 9.7% to $12.4bn.
IEVA Group to launch IPO on Euronext Growth Paris
IEVA Group is to launch an initial public offering (IPO) on Euronext Growth Paris.
Avolta turnover up 5.5% in 2025
Avolta’s core turnover in 2025 grew 5.5% on an organic basis to CHF 13.72bn ($17.61bn).
L’Oréal to invest €50m in its fund for women
L'Oréal is to invest an additional €50m in the L’Oréal Fund for Women.
Symrise sales down 1.4% in 2025
Symrise’s sales were down 1.4% year-on-year in 2025 to €4.92bn.
India’s RAS Luxury Skincare raises $7.5m
RAS Luxury Skincare has raised $7.5m in Series B funding.
Beiersdorf sales up 2.4% in 2025, La Prairie down 4.5%
Beiersdorf’s organic sales grew 2.4% in 2025 to €9.9bn.
Amouage sales up 66% in 2025
Amouage reported its retail sales grew 66% in 2025 to $430m.
Puig’s revenue up 7.8% in 2025
Puig’s net revenue increased 7.8% like-for-like in 2025 to €5.04bn.
Pat McGrath Labs receives financing from GDA Luma
Pat McGrath Labs is to receive up to $30m in financing from investment firm GDA Luma.
Key takeaways from L’Oréal’s annual financial meeting
BW Confidential highlights the key talking points from L’Oréal’s annual financial meeting
L’Oréal’s sales up 4% in 2025
L’Oréal’s sales in 2025 rose 4% like-for-like to €44.05bn. On a reported basis, sales were up 1.3%....
Unilever sales up 3.5%, to prioritize expanding beauty portfolio
Unilever’s underlying sales in 2025 rose 3.5%.
Hermès Perfume and Beauty sales down 7.6% in 2025
Hermès’ consolidated revenue increased 8.9% at constant exchange rates in 2025 to €16bn.
dsm‑firmenich’s Perfumery & Beauty sales up 3% in 2025
dsm‑firmenich’s organic sales rose 3% in 2025 at €9.03bn.
IFF’s Scent sales up 2% in 2025
IFF's net sales fell 5% on a reported basis in 2025 to $10.89bn.
Douglas Q1 profitability impacted by promotions and lower spending
Douglas saw total sales rise 1.7% in the first quarter of the financial year 2025/26 to €1.67bn.
Shiseido reports sales decline and loss in 2025
Shiseido’s net sales in the fiscal year 2025 fell 2.1% year-on-year on a reported basis to ¥970bn.
dsm-firmenich to sell Animal Nutrition & Health business to CVC
dsm-firmenich is to sell its Animal Nutrition & Health business to private markets manager CVC.
Coty’s revenue down 3% in Q2
Coty’s net revenue fell 3% on a like-for-like basis to $1.67bn in the second quarter.
Estée Lauder Companies sales up 6% in Q2
The Estée Lauder Companies' (ELC) net sales grew 6% on a reported basis to $4.2bn in the second quarter.
KKR said to be preparing Wella for potential IPO
Private equity firm KKR is said to be preparing Wella Company for a potential US initial public offering as early as this year.
Cosnova’s turnover up 4% in 2025
German beauty company cosnova’s turnover rose 4% to €991m in 2025.
Osmo raises $70m in Series B funding, expands leadership team
Digital scent design platform Osmo has raised $70m in Series B funding.
Walmart’s market value goes beyond $1 trillion
Walmart saw a surge in its stock on Tuesday, lifting the company’s market value above $1 trillion for the first time.