According to experts and industry sources, Lauder's post-Puig path is likely to revolve around strategic refocus, boosting investor sentiment and divestitures.

José Manuel Albesa outlined top priorities during a discussion soon after the company’s recent AGM.

Stéphane de La Favorie told Deutsche Bank conference that price was the sticking point in company merger talks.

A norte-americana Estée Lauder e a espanhola Puig colocaram fim às negociações para uma possível fusão que poderia resultar em um dos maiores grupos globais de beleza e cosméticos. As duas empresas confirmaram o encerramento das conversas iniciadas em março, sem divulgar os detalhes que levaram ao fracasso das tratativas. Caso o acordo avançasse, a […]

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The groups had been in discussions since March.

Both companies emphasize confidence in their portfolios and commit to driving long-term growth independently.

According to the Spanish economic and business publication, Expansión, new contractual demands by Charlotte Tilbury are disrupting merger negotiations between Puig and The Estée Lauder Cos.

The brand is unveiling Les Ateliers Gaultier, a higher-positioned olfactory line that pays tribute to the house’s couture side.

The Belgian designer said he's proud "to continue our collaboration through an exciting project devoted to craftsmanship."

Fragrance was the group’s biggest sales driver, while skincare, haircare and makeup remained flat.

The company is also laying off additional employees and signaled confidence in 2027, although there was no word on the potential Puig deal.

Spanish publication Expansión said that no final decision has yet been made on a merger.

Spanish publication Expansión published the information, citing industry sources.

The Spanish conglomerate said a final decision has not yet been reached with Estée Lauder Companies on the potential merger.

Puig gave the update in the statement outlining its first-quarter 2026 sales.

Industry veteran Toledano said he was leaving the brand in good hands, and will always remain close to Beckham.

Estée Lauder Companies, L’Oréal Group, and Puig are increasing their investment in the Indian beauty market. It’s rich with opportunity for those who get it right.

The financial community weighs the upsides and downsides of what a merged entity might bring.

The beauty groups could unite strengths, but analysts warn that combining forces isn’t a fix-all.

Both parties confirmed the talks in separate statements.

What the earnings of Puig, Estée Lauder Companies, Coty, Unilever and L’Oréal Group say about the future of the beauty industry.

He succeeds Marc Puig, who will be stepping into the role of executive chairman of the Spanish conglomerate.

Marc Puig has become executive chairman of the Spanish fragrance and fashion company.

Well, that’s all, folks! Harris Reed has left the house of Nina Ricci. Reed broke the news on his personal…

The British American designer is leaving after three-and-a-half years to focus on his eponymous brand.

Makeup and skincare drove the strongest category growth, while Charlotte Tilbury was praised throughout the group’s earnings.

The company’s full-year 2025 sales surpassed the 5-billion-euro mark for the first time.