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    Thomas Vincent Chauvet

    Managing Director and Senior Equity Research Analyst at Citigroup Inc.

    Thomas Vincent Chauvet is a Managing Director and Senior Equity Research Analyst at Citigroup Inc., specializing in the European luxury goods sector. He covers leading luxury companies such as Kering and is frequently cited for his insights on earnings calls and industry developments. Chauvet has established a strong track record within Citi's research division, with a focus on in-depth coverage of luxury conglomerates and their performance in global markets. He began his career in equity research in the early 2000s, developing expertise through roles at premier institutions before rising to his current senior leadership position, and he holds professional finance credentials including registration as an investment analyst.

    Thomas Vincent Chauvet's questions to Kering (PPRUY) leadership

    Thomas Vincent Chauvet's questions to Kering (PPRUY) leadership • Q3 2021

    Question

    Thomas Chauvet of Citi asked about the criteria for Kering versus its holding company Artemis making fashion-tech investments. He also inquired about plans for the next share buyback tranche and the financial health and capital needs of the watch division, amid divestment speculation.

    Answer

    CFO Jean-Marc Duplaix explained that Kering invests in tech for strategic collaboration and learning, while Artemis makes purely financial investments. He stated it was too soon to comment on the next buyback tranche. Regarding watches, he celebrated their return to year-on-year growth but acknowledged Kering is a small market player and is keeping 'all the options open' for the division's future.

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