Lanvin Group H1 revenue falls as brand overhaul cuts store count

Lanvin group

26/08/2026 11:12

Overview
China luxury fashion group's H1 2026 revenue fell 13% yr/yr amid retail network cuts
Gross profit margin rose to 59% from 57.7% on improved sell-through and efficiency programs
Adjusted EBITDA loss narrowed, driven by cost discipline and operational efficiencies

Outlook
Company will pursue new revenue opportunities across markets, channels and categories in H2 2026
Lanvin Group will maintain disciplined cost, working capital and cash management while investing selectively
Wolford will accelerate wholesale and e-commerce, Sergio Rossi to build on collection momentum

Result Drivers
RETAIL FOOTPRINT OPTIMIZATION - Co said revenue decline was mainly due to planned reduction in store network and ongoing brand transformation
EFFICIENCY INITIATIVES - Improved gross profit margin driven by stronger sell-through, product lifecycle management and supply chain efficiencies at Lanvin, Wolford and St. John
COST DISCIPLINE - Lower selling expenses and broader cost discipline reduced losses following retail network rationalization

Company press release: ID:nPn11HWFca

Key Details
Metric
Beat/Miss
Actual
Consensus Estimate
H1 Revenue
 
EUR 100.80 mln
 
H1 Gross Profit
 
EUR 59.49 mln
 

Analyst Coverage
The one available analyst rating on the shares is "hold"
The average consensus recommendation for the apparel & accessories retailers peer group is "buy."
Wall Street's median 12-month price target for Lanvin Group Holdings Ltd is $2.32, about 112.8% above its August 25 closing price of $1.09

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