French businessman and controlling shareholder of Kering, a luxury conglomerate whose brands include Gucci. He served as Kering's chief executive until appointing Luca de Meo in June 2025, remaining as chairman. Mr Pinault pledged "to be at his side" as Mr de Meo takes the helm.
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