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Swiss watchmakers halt US shipments awaiting lower tariffs

Zurich, Switzerland – Swiss watch exports to the US plummeted again in November, as manufacturers delayed shipments in anticipation of a tariff reduction to 15 percent. According to data from the watchmaking federation published on Thursday, exports to the US fell by 52.3 percent in November. This follows declines of 46.8 percent in October,...

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Watches of Switzerland delivers H1 revenues increase of 10 percent

The Watches of Switzerland Group PLC announced a strong first-half performance for fiscal year 2026, delivering 10 percent growth in Group revenue at constant currency to 845 million pounds, with statutory profit before tax surging 50 percent to 61 million pounds. The primary engine of this growth was the robust U.S. market, where revenue jumped...

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Movado Group Q3: Improved sales and profitability amid tariff concerns

Movado Group, Inc. delivered higher sales, stronger margins and improved profitability despite continued tariff pressures for the third quarter ended October 31, 2025. Net sales rose 3.1 percent to 186.1 million dollars, driven by growth in licensed brands and company stores, even as owned brands moderated. U.S. net sales increased 6.9 percent,...

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Watchmaker Breitling announces ‘House of Brands’ portfolio

Swiss luxury watch manufacturer Breitling has formed a strategic ‘House of Brands’ portfolio with Universal Genève and Gallet, following its acquisition of the historic watch companies earlier this year. The three watch maisons will unite under “one strategic vision,” the watchmaker unveiled at Dubai Watch Week today, November 19, as together...

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Fossil Group posts Q3 sales decline despite ongoing turnaround efforts

Fossil Group, Inc. reported fiscal third-quarter 2025 results that reflect continued progress in its multi-year turnaround, alongside a major balance sheet milestone that executives say positions the company for long-term profitable growth. CEO Franco Fogliato highlighted the completion of a comprehensive refinancing this week, calling it a “...

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LVMH strengthens Swiss watchmaking ties with La Joux-Perret investment

The LVMH Watches Division, which encompasses Hublot, Tag Heuer, and Zenith, has announced the acquisition of a minority stake in La Joux-Perret, a recognized Swiss manufacturer specializing in the design and production of sophisticated watch movements. This strategic move is paired with a commercial partnership intended to secure new production...

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Rare Patek Philippe watch sells for 17.6 million dollars

A Patek Philippe timepiece that in 2016 became the most expensive wristwatch ever sold at auction fetched an even higher price this weekend, auctioneers Phillips said Sunday. The watch sold for 14,190,000 Swiss francs (17.6 million dollars), surpassing the 11 million francs it fetched nine years ago, or 11 million dollars at the time. The Patek...

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Swiss watch industry should find time for India, says Deloitte

India and Mexico could become new drivers of growth for the Swiss watch industry, which has been clobbered by US tariffs and slumping demand in China, top audit firm Deloitte said Wednesday. The emblematic Swiss industry "is navigating one of the most complex periods in recent memory", the professional services giant said in the 11th Deloitte...

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Swatch responds to US tariffs with special "39%" watch

Zurich - Watch brand Swatch has responded to US tariffs with a special edition watch. The design plays on the 39 percent levy imposed on Switzerland. The brand has pledged to stop selling the watch "as soon as the US changes its tariffs". The Swiss brand, known for its multicoloured plastic watches, has launched a model where the numbers three...

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Independence, informality and a touch of tradition: Relaxed gathering of the watch industry

An important summer meeting for watchmakers took place in a nautically designed pavilion in Switzerland. With a brand-new format and a varied programme, Geneva Watch Days is a relatively new entry in the industry calendar. It aims to remain fresh and forward-looking. Founded as a one-off antidote to the economic downturn during the Covid-19...

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Watchfinder opens first US retail store in New York City

Richemont-owned pre-owned luxury watch specialist Watchfinder & Co., founded in the UK in 2002, has opened its first US retail store in SoHo’s Spring Street in New York City. The debut US store is Watchfinder & Co.’s largest retail venture to date and aims to solidify its growing presence in the North American watch market, where it has seen...

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Independence, informality...and a touch of tradition: Watchmaking's easygoing get-together

A major summer rendezvous for watchmakers got underway in timely Swiss fashion in a nautically themed pavilion. Boasting a brand new format and varied programme, Geneva Watch Days is a recent addition to the industry calendar determined to stay fresh and forward-looking. Founded as a one-off antidote to the economic blues of the Covid-19...