Bernard Arnault

Bernard Arnault is the mastermind behind LVMH, the world's premier luxury goods empire....

Quick Facts

Born Birthplace Education
March 5, 1949 Roubaix, France École Polytechnique (Graduated 1971)
Nationality Net Worth Companies
French $148B LVMH, Christian Dior SE

Biography

Bernard Arnault is the mastermind behind LVMH, the world's premier luxury goods empire.

Career Milestones

  • Acquired Boussac, owner of Christian Dior, in 1984
  • Co-founded LVMH in 1987
  • Grew LVMH into the world's largest luxury goods conglomerate
  • Acquired Tiffany & Co. for $15.8 billion in 2021
  • Briefly became the world's richest person multiple times since 2022

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Data Sources

Data from Forbes Real-Time Billionaires list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Bernard Arnault?

Bernard Arnault is the mastermind behind LVMH, the world's premier luxury goods empire..

How did Bernard Arnault make their fortune?

Through LVMH, building one of the most valuable companies in the world.

What is Bernard Arnault's net worth?

Bernard Arnault's estimated net worth is $148 billion, according to Forbes Real-Time Billionaires list.