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Bernard Arnault: How He Built the World’s Largest Luxury Empire

  Bernard Arnault: The Mastermind of Luxury Empire Few names command as much respect in the business world as Bernard Arnault. As the chairman and CEO of LVMH (Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton), he has built the world’s most formidable luxury empire. With a net worth exceeding $200 billion, Arnault is not just one of the richest people on the planet—he’s a visionary who reshaped the luxury industry. But how did a French engineer become the king of luxury? What strategies did he use to turn LVMH into a global powerhouse? In this deep dive, we’ll explore Arnault’s journey, his business philosophy, and the empire he built. Who Is Bernard Arnault? Early Life and Background Bernard Jean Étienne Arnault was born on March 5, 1949, in Roubaix, France. His father, Jean Léon Arnault, owned a civil engineering firm, exposing young Bernard to business early on. Arnault studied engineering at École Polytechnique, one of France’s most prestigious institutions. After graduating, he joined his father’s...