Luxury Insights & News

The luxury industry has long been defined by heritage, leadership, craftsmanship, and a commitment to long-term value creation. Today, the geography of luxury is evolving. Markets such as India, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia are becoming increasingly influential, introducing new clients, capital, and cultural contexts. As a result, the industry is beginning to confront […]

Ferran Brufau, General Manager and District Director Central Province KSA at Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter, joins Alexander Chetchikov, President of World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, for a leadership-focused conversation shaped by his recognition as theBest Luxury Diplomatic Hotel in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia by Luxury Lifestyle Awards. Alexander Chetchikov: First, congratulations on […]

By Abhay Gupta, Founder & Chairman, Luxury Connect Pvt Ltd. For decades, we have spoken of the “Incredible Indian Luxury Bazaar” as a paradox—a land of deep-pocketed maharajas and modern-day tech-titans, yet one guarded by some of the most formidable tariff walls in the world. But as we stand in February 2026, the walls have […]

For decades, business networking has been built on scale. Large conferences, open networking events, and extensive contact lists were seen as the primary path to building partnerships and expanding influence. The assumption was simple: the more people you meet, the greater your chances of creating opportunities. However, the business landscape has evolved. In a global, […]

The latest WLCC Leadership Lounge convened senior leaders from across the global luxury ecosystem for a focused discussion on a rapidly evolving topic: Is crypto becoming a strategic advantage in luxury – or a necessary evolution brands can no longer ignore? As the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce’s signature gathering, the Leadership Lounge continues to […]

Luxury brands crave growth without sacrificing soul. In the WLCC Luxury People Podcast white paper, Riccardo Pozzoli, Creative Director at Persol Eyewear and Managing Partner at Hyle Consulting, reveals how brands can scale while preserving their DNA. Discover his top strategies across four key areas: Heritage Fuels Innovation Riccardo Pozzoli dove into Persol’s 110-year legacy, […]

The luxury sector is entering a new stage of development: one characterized not by rapid expansion, but by stabilization, increased selectivity, and a deeper focus on long-term value creation. From the perspective of the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, these shifts reflect a broader evolution in how luxury insights are generated, interpreted, and applied across […]

The 2026 Luxury Outlook by Sotheby’s International Realty confirms a clear structural shift in the global property landscape. Luxury real estate is no longer moving in parallel with the broader housing market and continues to show resilience, liquidity, and sustained international demand despite economic uncertainty. For members of the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, the […]

The global luxury market stabilized in 2025 following several years of volatility. Total luxury spending reached approximately €1.44 trillion, resulting in a flat to slightly negative year-on-year outcome at constant exchange rates, while remaining materially above 2019 levels. The data indicates a normalization phase rather than a cyclical downturn, as demand patterns, pricing dynamics, and […]

Author: Benjamin BryantPublication Date: 2024 In a moment when luxury is being redefined by intention rather than excess, Ultra-Luxury Travel by Benjamin Bryant arrives as a timely and highly relevant read for industry leaders. Positioned not as inspiration, but as a practical blueprint, the book speaks directly to executives, investors, and decision-makers navigating the evolving […]

Author: Geoffrey D. RiddlePublication Date: 2025 Moving from Selling to Seduction reframes the art of sales by merging performance psychology with luxury interaction principles, transforming what many see as a routine process into an engaging and emotionally resonant experience. Rather than presenting dry tactics or checklists, this book reads like a “sales novel,” inviting readers […]

Author: Mark SatterfieldPublication Date: 2025Amazon Rating: 4.8 The Luxury Agent Playbook: Innovative Strategies to Attract Affluent Clients and Luxury Listings is a focused guide for real estate professionals who want to work confidently in the luxury segment of the market. The book addresses a core reality of high-end real estate: affluent buyers and sellers operate with different expectations, […]

Let It Be: Music, Culture, and the 1960s Revolution “If you want to know about the 1960s, listen to the music of the Beatles.” The words of American composer Aaron Copland encapsulate the cultural spectrum of a decade of Western economic boom and the key to understanding it: the quartet from Liverpool. John, Paul, George […]

The global luxury stage is set. Millionaire Bazaar proudly announces its inaugural edition in Miami, marking the beginning of an international series that redefines how the world experiences high end living. This exclusive event goes beyond an exhibition, it is a grand declaration of what the future of luxury looks like. Millionaire Bazaar stands apart […]

Questex’s Resort & Residential Hospitality Forum (R&R Forum), the leading EMEA event dedicated to resort, leisure, and residential hospitality investment, will return to Athens, Greece on 11–13 November 2025 for its 10-year anniversary edition. This year, the forum introduces curated programme pathways, allowing attendees to personalise their experience based on job function, business objectives, and areas of […]