Chanel tops US$19 billion in sales as profit and cash flow climb

The French luxury group said the results reflected growth across all business activities, with comparable revenue increasing 1.8%. Revenue in Europe increased 6.7% to US$6.05 billion, while the Americas grew 6.4% to US$4.03 billion. Asia Pacific revenue declined 0.6% to US$9.18 billion. Operating profit reached US$4.71 billion and adjusted EBITDA rose 4.3% to US$5.45 billion.

Free cash flow increased 43.6% year-on-year to US$2.64 billion, while net cash stood at US$1.60 billion at the end of the year. Capital investment totalled US$1.44 billion, down from US$1.75 billion in 2024.

The company invested US$2.39 billion during the year to support brand activities and client engagement and opened more than 40 boutiques across established and emerging markets. Chanel also invested more than US$700 million in manufacturing capabilities, suppliers and craftsmanship expertise, including leather goods and watches and fine jewellery.

On sustainability, Chanel said it published its first Climate Transition Plan in 2025 and achieved a third consecutive year of carbon footprint reductions. Scope 1 emissions fell 0.9% to 21,426 tCO₂e, Scope 2 emissions decreased 17.5% to 2,021 tCO₂e and Scope 3 emissions declined 10.0% to 988,987 tCO₂e. The company also achieved 100% renewable electricity across its own operations by year-end.

Commenting on the results, Global Chief Executive Officer Leena Nair said the company’s performance was driven by its long-term approach, investment in craftsmanship and a year of strong creative momentum, while Global Chief Financial Officer Philippe Blondiaux highlighted growth across all business activities and the 44% increase in free cash flow.

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