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Despite a slowdown in the M&A pipeline and rising pressure on indie brands, British cosmetics company Refy thinks it can buck the trend and become a breakout star. Pulling it off will require careful calibration to help it broaden its presence without denting its status.

In Paris, leaders in talent acquisition from Chanel, Christian Dior Couture, Coty, Kering, Louis Vuitton, Rimowa and Saint Laurent among many others, attended an exclusive presentation and networking event at Hôtel Plaza Athénée.

Puig and Space NK are cashing in on their ability to tap the growth of hot new products, while L’Occitane, Olaplex and The Estée Lauder Companies are discovering how quickly the shine can come off even the biggest brands.

The Spanish beauty and fashion conglomerate’s smart acquisitions and diverse portfolio could be a big draw for investors. Plus, Adidas is set to confirm its stellar first quarter.

Excitement for its IPO is building, but in order to realise its ambitions, more acquisitions and operational expenses might be required.

Prestige makeup is fashion’s category expansion du jour. But even the market’s most powerful players could learn a thing or two from its celebrity-backed competition.

Puig and its founding family plan to sell Class B shares at €22 to €24.50 each, the Barcelona-based company said Thursday in a filing with the Spanish securities regulator.

The family-owned Spanish conglomerate has confirmed it will pursue a public offering in the coming months. After a fairly fast transformation, the company now has a bold diversification strategy and a strong mix of brands in place, making it more ready than it has ever been for the European markets.

A cooling in the red-hot beauty market may be the company’s biggest threat to its initial public offering. It must put its best face — or fragrance — forward.

The family-owned premium beauty conglomerate has confirmed it will float shares on the Spanish stock exchange while retaining majority control, following months of speculation.