WHO IS HE? De Meo, 58, is from Milan, Italy, and has more than 30 years' experience working in the automotive sector. He graduated from the Luigi Bocconi Commercial University wit

The luxury group confirmed speculations reported by a number of media outlets this weekend. Pinault will retain his role as Kering chair.

Can Luca de Meo, known for reviving car brands, rescue Kering? He steps in as CEO to revitalize Gucci and address broader identity issues within the

Luca de Meo's departure from Renault likely to cause near-term uncertainty as analysts debate whether it will impact its growth strategy and make investors cautious.

The head of Renault’s budget brand Dacia, Denis Le Vot, is a frontrunner to become chief executive at the French carmaker, following the shock announcement of Luca de Meo’s exit for luxury group Kering.

(Reuters) -Gucci-owner Kering has appointed Luca de Meo, currently CEO of French carmaker Renault, as its new chief executive, it said on Monday. Below are some facts about the new head of the French luxury group, whose brands include Gucci, Saint Laurent, and Bottega Veneta.

The former chief executive of the carmaker Renault will replace Francois-Henri Pinault as the struggling company seeks a turnaround.

The struggling French luxury group is set to name Renault Chief Executive Luca de Meo as CEO, replacing Francois-Henri Pinault, people familiar with the matter said.