Boucheron U.S. Boutique Openings Planned Following Gucci Acquisition
This article was originally published in The Rose Sheet
Executive Summary
Gucci will focus on expanding independent Boucheron stores worldwide following the acquisition of the French luxury goods company. Terms of the deal, which was announced May 23, were not disclosed. The purchase is expected to close June 30.
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