LVMH sales unexpectedly returned to growth in the third quarter as shoppers splurged on Moët & Chandon Champagne and Dior perfumes. The world’s largest luxury group, led by billionaire Bernard Arnault, has endured an extended pullback, particularly in China, which had long been a driver of growth. In a positive sign for the company and the wider luxury industry, LVMH’s sales in the region that includes China rose 2% last quarter, after dropping by 9% in the first half. Bloomberg's Angelina Rascouet reports.

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