S&P Global revises credit outlook for Gucci owner Kering to negative from stable
In a report on Kering's investment grade credit rating, S&P analysts highlighted weakening consumer demand for the French group's luxury apparel across key markets, most notably a 22% year-on-year decline in revenue in the Asia-Pacific and China.
The analysts added that Kering had underperformed peers such as LVMH, Dior and Hermes so far this year. Sales of Kering's flagship Gucci brand, which made up over half of its core earnings (EBITDA) last year, fell by a quarter in the first half of 2025, the analysts added.
S&P maintained Kering's long-term issuer credit ratings at BBB+, which lies toward the lower end of the high-grade ratings spectrum.
"The negative outlook reflects Kering's reduced rating headroom stemming from ongoing pressures in its operating performance, execution risks associated with the company's turnaround initiatives, amid a subdued industry environment," the analysts wrote.
Kering in June announced it appointed as its new CEO Luca de Meo, former CEO of French automaker Renault Group, who will take office in mid-September.
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