Kering (KER) ESG Presentation summary
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ESG Presentation summary
3 Nov, 2025Group overview and financial performance
Operates a portfolio of iconic luxury brands across fashion, leather goods, jewelry, eyewear, and beauty, with recent expansion into high-growth segments like eyewear and beauty.
2023 revenue reached €19.6 billion, with €3 billion net income and a recurring operating income margin of 24.3%.
Geographically diversified revenue: Asia Pacific 35%, Western Europe 28%, North America 23%, Japan 7%, Rest of World 7%.
Stable family shareholding (42.2% of capital, 59% of voting rights) and strong institutional investor base.
Sustainability strategy and achievements
Committed to a 40% absolute reduction in GHG emissions across the supply chain by 2035, validated by SBTI.
Achieved -77% absolute reduction in scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions and -55% intensity reduction in scope 3 since 2015.
97% traceability for key raw materials and 75% alignment with internal sustainability standards.
Maintains 100% renewable electricity since 2022 and has converted 840,000 hectares to regenerative agriculture.
Recognized in major ESG indices and ratings, including DJSI, MSCI AAA, CDP Triple A, FTSE4Good, and Corporate Knights Global 100.
Climate, biodiversity, and circularity initiatives
99% of GHG emissions are scope 3, with leather accounting for about a third of the total impact.
Launched the €300 million Climate Fund for Nature to invest in nature-based solutions and regenerative projects.
Among the first to adopt Science-Based Targets for Nature (SBTN) for both freshwater and land, including a 21% water use reduction in the Arno basin by 2030.
Regenerative Fund for Nature aims to convert 1 million hectares to regenerative agriculture by 2026; 840,000 hectares achieved by end 2023.
Circularity commitments include no unsold product destruction, 100% raw materials compliance by 2025, and zero single-use plastic by 2025.
Latest events from Kering
- Revenue and profit declined sharply, with further earnings pressure expected in H2 2024.KER
Q2 202423 Feb 2026 - Revenue and profit dropped in 2025, but cost cuts and asset sales set up a 2026 rebound.KER
Q4 202510 Feb 2026 - Q3 revenue fell 15% to €3.8bn as luxury demand weakened, but Bottega Veneta outperformed.KER
Q3 202419 Jan 2026 - Revenue and profit fell sharply, but stabilization and cost control are planned for 2025.KER
Q4 20248 Jan 2026 - Q1 2025 revenue dropped 14% year-over-year, led by Gucci's decline and Asia-Pacific weakness.KER
Q1 20256 Jan 2026 - New CEO appointed, governance restructured, and all resolutions including pay policies approved.KER
AGM 202531 Dec 2025 - Luca de Meo appointed CEO, bringing new vision while strategic direction remains steady.KER
Status Update10 Nov 2025 - Revenue and profit fell sharply, but asset sales and cost discipline boosted cash flow.KER
Q2 20256 Nov 2025 - Strong 2007 results driven by acquisitions and brand growth, with robust 2008 expansion plans.KER
Investor Presentation3 Nov 2025