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Hugo fashion brand opens its first store in Portugal - Portugal Business News Portugal news - The Hugo fashion brand opens its first store in Portugal.   The HUGO fashion brand, that belongs to German luxury brand Hugo Boss, is now available in Portugal at the Freeport Lisboa Fashion Outlet in the district of Setúbal, that is part of Lisbon’s metropolitan area.     With 235 m2 and modern design, the new HUGO outlet store in Portugal is the second on the Iberian Peninsula. With its young fashion, that is both urban and irreverent, the brand is focused on casual streetwear.   Lisbon’s new Hugo store showcases exclusive fashion for men and women, combining young, urban and sophisticated styles. The new HUGO store has an innovative design concept, combining a minimalist approach and urban aesthetics.   The opening of Portugal’s first HUGO store reflects the brand’s young and sophisticated spirit, while representing a strategic expansion for the Hugo Boss brand in the country. #portugalnews #newsfashionbrandsportugal #hugobrandportugal

Jo Malone London opens its first store in Porto - Portugal Business News Portugal news - British multinational cosmetics company, Jo Malone London, that is part of Estée Lauder Companies, just opened its first store in Porto, in the NorteShopping mall.   The Jo Malone brand, that is popular in the United States, comprises a wide range of exclusive products, including iconic fragrances, luxurious candles and diffusers, as well as body and bath products. The Jo Malone London brand ambassador is Tom Hardy, since the brand is expanding its male fragrance offering. British actor and producer Tom Hardy promotes the Cypress and Grapevine Cologne in a video campaign centered around London at nightfall. #portugalnews #brandsnewsportugal #jomalonelondoninportugal #cosmeticsbrandsinportugal The Jo Malone London brand ambassador is Tom Hardy, since the brand is expanding its male fragrance offering. British actor and producer Tom Hardy promotes the Cypress and Grapevine Cologne in a video campaign centered around London at nightfall.   The Jo Malone London brand ambassador is Tom Hardy, since the brand is expanding its male fragrance offering. British actor and producer Tom Hardy promotes the Cypress and Grapevine Cologne in a video campaign centered around London at nightfall.

Bershka opens a megastore in Lisbon - Portugal Business News Portugal news - Bershka just opened a megastore in Lisbon.   Spanish fashion brand Bershka just opened a flagship megastore in Lisbon iconic shopping district Baixa. Lisbon’s new Bershka store covers ​​1,100 square meters over 3 floors in a beautiful eye-catching building.   Spanish multinational group Inditex - that owns iconic fashion brands Zara, Pull&Bear, Massimo Dutti, Stradivarius, Oysho and Bershka – and that just opened the 2nd largest Zara store in the world  in Lisbon, has now just opened a Bershka megastore in Lisbon.   Lisbon’s new flagship Bershka store includes a large staircase that connects the main entrance floor to the two upper floors. The minimalist décor in neutral colors is designed to focus on the brand's collections, uniting in style and spirit with the new Zara megastore that recently opened on the same premium street in Lisbon, with its iconic Portuguese pavement that consists of small pieces of stone arranged in beautiful black and white patterns.            #portugalnews #fashionnewsportugal #Bershkaportugal #brandsnewsportugal #realestatenewsportugal #bershka

Cartier reopens in Lisbon and becomes a showstopper - Portugal Business News Portugal news – The new Cartier building in Lisbon is a showstopper and stands in pride of place on Lisbon’s luxury avenue, Avenida da Liberdade.   Portugal’s new flagship Cartier boutique has a wow factor with its eye-catching glass dome made of stained glass, that reflects the light in inviting tones. The dome is reminiscent of the Art Nouveau craftsmanship of the late 19th century, with its design welded with gold wire.  Portugal’s new flagship Cartier boutique has a wow factor with its eye-catching glass dome - Portugal Business News   Visitors to Cartier’s new boutique in Lisbon should prepare to be dazzled by the spectacular glass dome that is the work of artist Jorge Aragone, and by the maritime décor which was designed by architects Bruno Moinard and Claire Bétaille. The new Cartier boutique in Lisbon features the image of a panther, that is one of Cartier’s most iconic symbols - Portugal Business News   The new Cartier boutique in Lisbon covers 250m2 and welcomes visitors with a striking panel in lacquer and straw marquetry that features the image of a panther, that is one of Cartier’s most iconic symbols.  The work of art was designed by the Lison de Caunes and Midavaine ateliers.   The entire Cartier boutique in Lisbon is a work of art that includes traditional Portuguese craftsmanship with the traditional Azulejo tiles and a mosaic featuring the flag of the Lisbon City Council, while the blue and yellow colors remind of Portugal’s iconic Jerónimos Monastery.   Lisbon’s Cartier boutique contains an enchanting bridal area that evokes a marine environment that reveals Cartier’s diamond collections. Cartier’s bridal area is decorated with ropes of various lengths and colors with a gold patina that are adorned with mother-of-pearl and that remind visitors of Portuguese navigators. The work of art is signed by artist Véronique de Soultrait. Cartier invites future brides to stand under the ethereal chandelier that flows down like transparent drops of water, for a unique experience back to an era of discoveries.   The first floor of Cartier Lisbon includes a Garden Room with traditional Portuguese embroidery in yellow, green, blue and red tones, while the exclusive Private Room is reminiscent of by the grand architecture of the Basilica Gallery of the Mafra Palace.   The Cartier boutique in Lisbon has accompanied the rebirth of its luxury avenue, Avenida da Liberdade, and pays homage to Portugal’s rich cultural heritage through the vision of different local artists, according to the Managing Director of Cartier Iberia, Nicolas Helly.   #portugalnews #luxurybrandsnewsportugal #cartierportugal #newcartierboutiqueinlisbon

French fashion brand Celio arrives in Portugal - Portugal Business News Portugal news - French fashion brand Celio arrives in Portugal.   French menswear fashion brand Celio has just opened a 300 m2 shop in ArrábidaShopping in the district of Porto.     Portugal’s new Celio shop is centered on the concept "Be Normal" with a collection to celebrate everyday fashion for men.French brand Celio is a leader in the men’s ready-to-wear market and, while the brand has stores worldwide, it continues to expand internationally with its new shop in Portugal. #portugalnews #newsfashionbrandsportugal #celioportugal

Portuguese footwear brand Alameda Turquesa now at US luxury fashion house The Webster - Portugal Business News Portugal news - Portuguese footwear brand Alameda Turquesa is now available at US luxury fashion house The Webster, alongside other designer footwear brands such as Balenciaga, Bottega Veneta, Burberry, Chloé, Courrèges, Fendi, Ferragamo, Gucci, Lanvin, Loewe, Manolo Blahnik, Saint Laurent, and Versace.     Portuguese luxury sandals Alameda Turquesa are worn by models and stars such as Bella Hadid  who wore the brand at the Cannes Festival 2024 and the Lily Collins’ character in Emily in Paris .   Alameda Turquesa luxury fashion sandals stand out with their statement pearls or statement orchid, crystals, tassels, feathers and pom poms, while the label uses leather and an engraved logo in both the soles and insoles.   Portuguese luxury fashion sandals Alameda Turquesa will soon also be exported to the Middle East in the luxury segment market, including Saks Bahrain and Tryano Abu Dhabi.   See: Which famous fashion brands are from Portugal?

Portuguese fashion brand MARQUES ’ALMEIDA at the London Fashion Week 2025 - Portugal Business News Portugal news - Portuguese fashion brand MARQUES ’ALMEIDA will be at the London Fashion Week 2025, on February 20-24.   Portuguese fashion brand MARQUES ’ALMEIDA will showcase their summer collection at the London Fashion Week 2025.   During the event the MARQUES ’ALMEIDA luxury fashion brand will present a film to launch the ‘M’AKERS’ PROJECT, that is a research and mentorship initiative created to empower creative communities and preserve ancestral knowledge. Its aim is to make sure artisanal techniques do not disappear with the passage of time and are instead celebrated and regenerated to extend their presence in our modern lives.

Top 15 most valuable companies in Europe in 2025 - Portugal Business News Europe News – The above image shows the Top 15 most valuable companies in Europe in 2025 by Market Capitalization on January 20, 2025, according to StockViz. In the Top 15 most valuable companies in Europe in 2025, there are three French companies out of which LVMH Moët Hennessy - Louis Vuitton, Société Européenne ranks No1 Most Valuable Company in Europe with a Market Capitalization of USD 355.35 Billion on January 20, 2025. The Top 15 most valuable companies in Europe in 2025 also include 4 companies from the UK and 3 companies from Switzerland.

Top law firms in Portugal - Portugal Business News Portugal news – Here are the top law firms in Portugal according to the 2025 rankings in the Annual report on the Portuguese investment market for the year 2024:   Law firms in Portugal managed Mergers and Acquisitions amounting to EUR 12.6 billion for the year 2024. While Portugal’s Real Estate sector was the most active in 2024, foreign acquisitions in the Technology and Internet sector increased by 27% and there was a 55% growth in Venture Capital raised, according to TTR Data.   The investment of the year 2024 in Portugal was the acquisition of a majority stake in FairJourney Biologics by Partners Group, with an investment value of approximately EUR 900 million. While the investment was advised by financial advisers JP Morgan , it was also advised by legal advisers Cuatrecasas Portugal  and Deloitte Legal Portugal , while PwC Portugal  carried out the Due Diligence.     Ranking of Top law firms in Portugal in 2024: 1 – PLMJ PLMJ is Portugal’s No. 1 law firm, ranking first in terms of value of transactions with a total of EUR 2.7 billion in 2024.   PLMJ is Portugal's largest and most senior law firm with 290 lawyers, including 58 partners. With 50 years of history and experience, PLMJ stands out as a full-service firm that offers a high degree of specialization gained from working across industries, sectors and countries.     2 – JP Morgan   JP Morgan is Portugal’s No. 2 law firm ranking second in terms of value of transactions in 2024, accounting for a total of EUR 900 million.   J.P. Morgan is a leader in financial services with headquarters in New York, offering solutions to clients in more than 100 countries with one of the most comprehensive global product platforms available.     3 – Cuatrecasas Portugal   While Cuatrecasas Portugal is Portugal’s No. 3 law firm, it ranks No. 1 in the field of legal advisors in terms of number of transactions through 2024, with 49 transactions.   Cuatrecasas is an international law firm with headquarters in Barcelona and is firmly established in Spain, Portugal and Latin America, where it has offices in Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Peru.     4 – Banco Santander   While Banco Santander is Portugal’s No. 4 law firm, it ranks No. 1 in the field of financial advisors in terms of number of transactions through 2024, with 5 transactions.

Volkswagen’s new ID. EVERY1 EV will be built in Portugal - Portugal Business News Automotive news Portugal – Volkswagen’s new ID. EVERY1 electric car (EV) will be built by Autoeuropa in Portugal. The new Volkswagen EV will only cost 20,000 euros and will thus enable affordable mobility with an electric car made in Europe for Europe.   Portuguese automotive manufacturer Autoeuropa has won the contract for the production of the new Volkswagen EV, that represents an important investment, in the order of several hundred million euros, for the Portuguese economy.     Portugal’s Ministry of Economy welcomed the announcement by the German company to produce its new Volkswagen EV ID. EVERY1 in Portugal because it  “secures the future” of the Portuguese automotive manufacturer Autoeuropa that was the champion of Portuguese exports that represented 1.3% of Portugal’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2023.   Volkswagen will launch the production version of its new all-electric model ID. EVERY1 in 2027 with a starting price of around 20,000 euros.  The second Volkswagen EV model ID. 2all will be launched in 2026 at a price of 25,000-euro. Both models are part of the new Electric Urban Car Family based on Volkswagen’s new modular electric drive platform: the MEB with front-wheel drive.   “Our goal: We will expand our position as the world’s leading volume manufacturer in terms of technology by 2030. And as a brand for everyone – just as you would expect from Volkswagen,” stated Thomas Schäfer, CEO of Volkswagen Passenger Cars.   The Volkswagen EV ID. EVERY1 reaches a top speed of 130 km/h and is powered by a newly developed electric drive motor with 70 kW (95 PS). With a range of at least 250 kilometers and a length of 3,880 mm, the ID. EVERY1 offers space for four people and a luggage compartment volume of 305 liters.   Portuguese automotive manufacturer Autoeuropa, which at the end of 2024 had 4,842 employees, will convert its plant located in Palmela into a new generation electrified factory, with the adoption of production and logistics processes, as well as the robotic assembly of battery systems.   “The Palmela factory will become more efficient and able to compete with global manufacturers, aligning the company, and Portugal, with the European climate objectives of carbon neutrality” according to Portugal’s Ministry of Economy.   Autoeuropa produced 236,100 cars in 2024, with 99% of production destined for export, and closed 2024 with a turnover of 3.8 billion euros.

Top 10 Most Profitable Take-Away Restaurant Brands in the world in 2025 - Portugal Business News Restaurant brands news – Here are the Top 10 Most Profitable take-away & fast-food restaurant brands in the world in 2025, according to BrandFinance:     Top 10 Most Profitable fast-food restaurant brands in the world in 2025: 1 – Mac Donald’s – Valued at 40.5 billion dollars 2 – Starbucks - Valued at 38.8 billion dollars 3 – KFC - Valued at 15.4 billion dollars 4 – Subway - Valued at 8.1 billion dollars 5 – Taco Bell - Valued at 6.9 billion dollars 6 – Tim Horton’s - Valued at 6.8 billion dollars 7 – Domino’s - Valued at 6.7 billion dollars 8 – Chick-fil-A - Valued at 5.7 billion dollars 9 – Wendy’s - Valued at 5.2 billion dollars 10 – Pizza Hut - Valued at 4.8 billion dollars With a 43% increase in brand value to USD5.7 billion, Chick-fil-A  has become the Take-Away Restaurant sector’s fastest-growing brand, securing eighth position among the world’s leading restaurant brands. This rise is fueled by the brand’s strong financial performance and rising BSI score, now at 89.4 out of 100. Notably, despite Chick-fil-A operating on relatively higher prices versus its competitors, Brand Finance data reveals that the brand earns 9.8 out of 10 for ‘price premium acceptance’, bolstered by its focus on quality ingredients and freshly prepared food.   Brand Finance is the world’s leading brand valuation consultancy. Bridging the gap between marketing and finance, Brand Finance evaluates the strength of brands and quantifies their financial value to help organizations make strategic decisions. Headquartered in London, Brand Finance operates in over 25 countries. Every year, Brand Finance conducts more than 6,000 brand valuations, supported by original market research, and publishes over 100 reports which rank brands across all sectors and countries.

Top 10 Most Valuable French brands in 2025 - PBN Brands News Europe – Here is the chart showing the Top 10 Most Valuable French brands in 2025 as well as the value of each brand in USD, according to Brand Finance:   Top 10 Most Valuable French brands in 2025 - PBN In 2025, French luxury clothing brands continue to dominate the Top 10 most valued French brands, with Chanel  surpassing Louis Vuitton and becoming for the first time the most valuable French brand in 2025 with a brand valuation rising by 40% to reach EUR34 billion euros. Which industries in France have the highest brand value in 2025? 1 - The Apparel sector ranks No. 1 sector with a share of 23.5% of the Top 150 most valuable brands 2 - The Retail sector ranks 2nd sector with a share of 8.7% of the Top 150 most valuable brands 3 - The Cosmetics & Personal Care sector ranks 3rd sector with a share of 8.2% of the Top 150 most valuable brands 4 - The Banking sector ranks 4th sector with a share of 8.1% of the Top 150 most valuable brands 5 - The Engineering sector ranks 5th sector with a share of 6.7% of the Top 150 most valuable brands 6 - The Utilities sector ranks 6th sector with a share of 5.3% of the Top 150 most valuable brands 7 - The Aerospace & Defence sector ranks 7th sector with a share of 4.6% of the Top 150 most valuable brands 8 - The Telecoms sector ranks 8th sector with a share of 4.5% of the Top 150 most valuable brands 9 - The Insurance sector ranks 9th sector with a share of 4.4% of the Top 150 most valuable brands 10 - Miscellaneous other sectors rank 10th with a share of 26% of the Top 150 most valuable brands