Armani Group reported a 5% drop in sales in 2024, with net consolidated revenue of €2.3 billion ($2.7 billion) due to macro-economic uncertainty and slowing demand in China.
Cash holdings slumped by about 40% to €570 million as Armani renovated flagship stores.
Asia Pacific revenue fell to 19%, reflecting the China slowdown, while Europe accounted for almost half of Armani's revenue and the US represented about 22%.
Giorgio Armani expressed confidence that market difficulties and international tensions will ease. The company made record investments of €332 million in 2024, including renovations in key locations like New York and Milan.