Interparfums reports 10.7% revenue growth in Q1
French fragrance specialist Interparfums has announced an 8.8% revenue rise at constant exchange rates in Q1 2025, citing a positive start to the year and welcoming the prospect of new licensing agreements.
The company, whose portfolio includes the Jimmy Choo, Montblanc, Moncler and Karl Lagerfeld perfume licenses, recorded Q1 revenue of €235.5 million, compared with €212.7 million in the same period last year.
The uptick was chiefly driven by the performance of Jimmy Choo fragrances, whose revenue grew 40%, and of Lacoste, which recorded a 34% revenue rise, according to the company.
Interparfums also said that it has taken steps to respond to the tariff decisions taken by the US administration, including an increase in retail prices of between 6% and 7% as of August 1.
In February, Interparfums indicated it was aiming to grow its revenue in 2025, with a target now sitting between €930 million and €935 million, taking into account the US dollar's recent appreciation.
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