Thierry Cota's questions to Kering (PPRUY) leadership • Q2 2022
Question
Thierry Cota sought an update on Bottega Veneta's full-year margin target and whether Gucci's full-year margin could be flat versus last year. He also asked about the potential impact of European gas rationing on Kering's operations and suppliers.
Answer
CFO Jean-Marc Duplaix confirmed that Bottega Veneta's full-year margin should be 'definitely above 20%'. For Gucci, he reiterated that H1 was a low point and H2 would have more leverage, implying a full-year result could be calculated from that. Group Managing Director Jean-Francois Palus addressed the energy question, stating Kering has very little direct exposure to natural gas but has prepared contingency plans.