Who Owns Tiffany & Co? Getting to Know LVMH and Bernard Arnault

The American luxury jewellery brand, Tiffany & Co., is now officially under the umbrella of LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH), a multinational luxury goods conglomerate based in Paris, France. This historic acquisition was finalised in January 2021, marking a new chapter for the brand famous for its iconic blue box.

LVMH completed the acquisition of Tiffany & Co. with a massive transaction value, making it one of the largest acquisitions in the history of the luxury goods industry. With the addition of Tiffany, LVMH has strengthened its position in the jewellery and watch sector, competing closely with other major groups such as Richemont.

Previously, Tiffany & Co. was a publicly listed company. However, following a negotiation process that experienced various legal dynamics, LVMH successfully integrated the brand into its portfolio, which includes over 70 other renowned brands.

LVMH is more than just an ordinary company; the group possesses a range of prestigious brands including Louis Vuitton, Dior, Bulgari, Fendi, and Sephora. Behind this business giant is Bernard Arnault, who serves as the Chairman and CEO of LVMH.

Bernard Arnault is known as one of the wealthiest individuals in the world. Under his leadership, LVMH has undertaken aggressive expansion by acquiring various heritage brands to be managed modernly without losing their sense of exclusivity. Arnault’s strategy in managing Tiffany & Co. involves refreshing the brand image to be more relevant to the younger generation, including through collaborations with global celebrities.

With the financial support and global distribution network of LVMH, Tiffany & Co. continues to expand its market reach, particularly in Asia, and is strengthening its high jewellery product lines to maintain its status as a global symbol of luxury.