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Following Giorgio Armani's death on September 4, 2025, his will directs heirs to sell an initial 15% stake in the fashion empire within 18 months, followed by an additional 30% to 54.9% within five years. Priority buyers include LVMH, L'Oréal, and EssilorLuxottica, or alternatively an IPO. The Armani Foundation and longtime partner Pantaleo Dell’Orco hold majority voting control, ensuring legacy preservation.
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French economist Gabriel Zucman proposed a 2% wealth tax on assets over €100m, aiming to address wealth inequality. LVMH's Bernard Arnault strongly opposes the plan, claiming it threatens the French economy. The debate has intensified amid political pressure and protests over budget cuts.
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Frank Gehry, renowned for his innovative and sculptural buildings like the Guggenheim Bilbao and Disney Concert Hall, has died at age 96 in Santa Monica after a brief illness. His work revolutionized modern architecture and earned him the Pritzker Prize.