Luxury Insights & News
Expert Articles & Interviews
Jun 26, 2026
Luxury Beyond Growth: Why the Industry Is Entering a New Phase of EvolutionBy Dr. Sheetal Jain, Founder & CEO of Luxe Analytics According to the Bain & Company Report, in 2022, 95 percent of all luxury brands grew. In 2025, only 40% to 45% of brands reported positive revenue growth. Shockingly, the industry lost 20 million customers between 2024 and 2025, after having lost 50 million over the previous […]
Jun 26, 2026
A Mid-Year Roundup of Luxury’s Top ReportsThe first half of 2026 has provided no shortage of insight into the forces influencing luxury, wealth, travel, real estate, and consumer behavior. Across the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce (WLCC) platform, thousands of industry professionals, executives, entrepreneurs, investors, and researchers have turned to independent reports to better understand where luxury markets are heading and […]
Jun 11, 2026
Interview with Adel Aramouni, Hotel General Manager of Hotel Indigo Singapore KatongWith more than 30 years of experience in hotel operations, Adel Aramouni leads Hotel Indigo Singapore Katong with a strong focus on performance, guest experience, and operational discipline. The hotel itself reflects a blend of luxury lifestyle hospitality and local cultural identity, rooted in the Katong-Joo Chiat neighbourhood. Under Adel’s leadership, the property has also […]
WLCC News & Updates
Jun 24, 2026
TOP Luxury Media of the World 2026: WLCC Reveals Its Curated Global SelectionThe World Luxury Chamber of Commerce (WLCC) is proud to present TOP Luxury Media of the World 2026, a curated selection highlighting media organizations that play a meaningful role in informing and shaping the global luxury conversation. As a global network connecting luxury brands, entrepreneurs, executives, investors, and industry leaders across more than 70 countries, […]
Jun 24, 2026
WLCC Announces the Induction of Marc Sandreschi into Its Exclusive Luxury NetworkThe World Luxury Chamber of Commerce (WLCC) is proud to announce the induction of Marc Sandreschi into its distinguished global network of luxury brands, innovators, and industry leaders. This prestigious membership further strengthens WLCC’s mission of connecting the world’s most influential luxury companies through collaboration, excellence, and strategic growth opportunities. Founded as a premier international organization dedicated to the advancement […]
Jun 22, 2026
Adventum Wealth Joins WLCC Executive NetworkAdventum Wealth has joined the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce as an Executive Member, strengthening its position within an international network of influential business leaders, advisors, and luxury-sector decision-makers shaping the future of global commerce. Founded in 2015, Adventum Wealth is a UK-based international advisory firm specializing in residential real estate strategies for global investors. The firm delivers […]
Industry Reports
Jun 1, 2026
Luxury 2030: Matter Of Form’s Field Notes on the Future of LuxuryLuxury 2030 by Matter of Form is less a trend report and more a thought-provoking examination of the forces challenging luxury as we approach the next decade. Drawing insights from an unusually diverse group of contributors, including hoteliers, designers, psychologists, collectors, wellness pioneers, strategists, and luxury executives, the report explores a fundamental question: what creates […]
May 6, 2026
Key Insights From Knight Frank’s The Wealth Report 2026The Wealth Report 2026 by Knight Frank examines how global wealth is shifting in response to geopolitical instability, technological change, and evolving investment priorities. Marking its 20th edition, the report argues that private investors are navigating a far more fragmented environment than the one that shaped markets over the past two decades. Inflation pressures, supply […]
Apr 14, 2026
2026 Travel Industry Outlook: Key Insights from DeloitteThe travel industry enters 2026 after a sustained period of recovery, but early signs suggest a more measured pace ahead. Drawing on insights from Deloitte’s 2026 Travel Industry Outlook and reflecting observations from the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce (WLCC), demand remains strong overall, with travel continuing to rank as a priority for consumers. However, […]
Curated Reads
Jun 26, 2026
Adding Prestige to Your Portfolio by Drew BoydAuthor: Drew BoydPublication Date: 2021 In Adding Prestige to Your Portfolio, marketing and innovation expert Drew Boyd challenges the common assumption that luxury is reserved for premium brands or expensive products. Instead, he presents luxury as a structured set of principles that can be applied to a wide range of products and services to increase […]
May 22, 2026
Personalized: Customer Strategy in the Age of AI by Mark Abraham & David C. EdelmanAuthors: Mark Abraham, David C. Edelman Publication Date: 2024 Personalized: Customer Strategy in the Age of AI argues that personalization has moved beyond marketing jargon and become a core business requirement. Mark Abraham and David C. Edelman examine why many companies still fail to deliver experiences that feel relevant, useful, and timely, even as consumers […]
Apr 14, 2026
The Power of Relational Intelligence by Michaela MerkThe Power of Relational Intelligence: 30 Golden Rules for Effective Leadership and High-Performing Teams by Michaela Merk presents a focused guide to improving leadership through stronger human connections. The book argues that in a time shaped by artificial intelligence, the ability to understand and manage relationships remains a defining leadership skill. Merk structures the book […]
Member News
Jun 12, 2026
Inside the Ultra-Luxury Charter Market: Retaining UHNW Yacht Clients in an Increasingly Crowded IndustryIn an era where luxury experiences are more accessible, more visible, and more competitive than ever before, the ultra-luxury yacht charter sector faces a unique challenge: how do you continue to delight clients who seemingly have access to everything? The global fleet of charter yachts continues to expand, while online platforms have made yacht listings […]
Jun 11, 2026
Renewal and Relevance in MakkahIn a city where hospitality operates at both spiritual and global scale, transformation demands precision, foresight, and institutional clarity. Makkah Hotel and Towers – a member of the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce – is undertaking a renovation that reflects not only physical renewal, but a broader repositioning aligned with evolving expectations in high-volume, high-significance destinations. Operating in one […]
Jun 1, 2026
RENOIR and NINI Shape Contemporary Montreal HospitalityIn Montreal’s competitive fine dining landscape, RENOIR Montreal represents a measured approach to contemporary French gastronomy and hospitality – one that prioritizes clarity of identity, spatial coherence, and culinary discipline. Featured on the platform of the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, the restaurant’s recent reopening, alongside the introduction of NINI, the new cocktail lounge inspired by French artistry and social […]
WLCC Partner News
Jun 26, 2026
Inside LPS Shanghai 2026: Asia-Pacific’s Premier Luxury Property ExhibitionLuxury real estate remains one of the strongest sectors for international investment, and few events bring the global industry together quite like LPS Shanghai. Returning for its 25th edition from 4–6 December 2026, the exhibition will once again welcome leading developers, agencies, investors, and buyers to the iconic Shanghai Exhibition Center. As an official partner […]
May 20, 2026
Why VivaTech 2026 Matters Beyond Technology for Global Brands, Executives, and Industry LeadersAs VivaTech 2026 announces its landmark 10th edition, Paris is once again preparing to become the global meeting point for companies, founders, investors, and executives shaping the future of business. Returning from 17–20 June 2026, VivaTech has evolved far beyond its original identity as a startup and technology exhibition. Today, it stands as one of […]
May 6, 2026
The Unique Show, Luxury Monte-Carlo 2026: A Curated High Jewellery ExperienceFrom June 11 to 13, 2026, the Principality of Monaco will host the return of Luxury Monte-Carlo, the signature format of The Unique Show, at the Le Méridien Beach Plaza . Now in its seventh edition, the event has positioned itself as a focused platform within the international high jewellery calendar, bringing together designers, maisons, […]
In the Press
Alexander Chetchikov: WLCC founder shares the inspiration behind World Luxury Day
Spearheaded by the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce (WLCC), World Luxury Day is set to become a global celebration of excellence, sustainability and the shared values that drive the luxury industry forward.
TOP Global Luxury Events 2026: The rooms that will define the luxury economy
The World Luxury Chamber of Commerce has unveiled its curated selection of the top global luxury events for 2026, identifying the forums where strategic conversations are expected to define investment priorities, regional outlooks, and cross-sector collaboration in the year ahead.