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Francois Souchet
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Exploring the future of consumer markets. I advise companies and publish a newsletter sharing analysis at the intersection of sustainability and technology. Passionate about astronomy.

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Want to engage on ways to create a prosperous and decarbonised world with a focus on consumer markets, check out my newsletter! Looking forward to your thoughts and perspectives.

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Luxury has outperformed all other fashion and consumer segments over the past decade. Where is it heading now?
February 5, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Is focusing on a ‘luxury slowdown or downturn’ missing part of the picture?
Checkout my latest analysis looking back at a decade of exceptional performance to better understand where luxury might be heading.
Beyond the 'Luxury Slowdown': Insights into Unprecedented Growth
Analysing past performance to better foresee the future.
francoissouchet.substack.com
January 29, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Can a massive simplification shock in the reporting requirements from the EU Green Deal boost companies confidence, regrow interest in sustainability innovation and help the block’s competitiveness? This could be what the EU Commission Executive Vice President hinted at.
ESG round-up: Expect ‘massive simplification’ in Omnibus proposal, says Commissioner
The latest developments in sustainable finance: BlackRock settles Tennessee ESG integration lawsuit; US Fed withdraws from NGFS.
www.responsible-investor.com
January 21, 2025 at 4:54 PM
After an unsettling 2024 marked by power shifts and extreme weather events, what will 2025 bring in the sustainability space? I asked a few experts to weigh on the situation.
Will we cross the chasm in 2025?
A cautiously optimistic view on the year to come.
open.substack.com
January 20, 2025 at 5:01 PM
I have argued many times in my #substack that a business sceptical approach focused on sticks and compliance was not optimal for Europe. Conceding that the EU has been ‘too one-dimensional’ in its approach might be a sign that it will start seeing green innovation as a lever of competitiveness.
EU Climate Chief Says Carmakers Can Thrive in Global EV Race
The European Union is prepared to make sure carmakers are ready to meet its 2035 goal to effectively phase out the combustion engine, the bloc’s climate chief said, despite stiff competition from Chin...
www.bloomberg.com
January 15, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Hot take for 2025 shared with #VogueBusiness: The current economic model [of the fashion industry] is showing significant signs of strain and more of the same won’t solve it. 2025 will be the year decoupling strategies rise to the boardroom.
Five ways fashion needs to step up on sustainability in 2025
Raising the bar beyond regulation, addressing growth and engaging suppliers in discussions about how to move forward are among priorities, experts say.
www.voguebusiness.com
January 14, 2025 at 11:48 AM
To drive change, it’s important for businesses to know the difference between novelty and innovation. E.g. #Apple changing how my photos are displayed with every update is unwelcome novelty, allowing me to search them easily using Siri is innovation.
January 13, 2025 at 11:50 AM
One reason that a gap exists between ambition and reality is that most organizations set climate targets based on science, without clear organisational roadmaps for achieving them. Excited to contribute to #sourcingjournal article exploring the implications of Walmart missing climate targets.
Walmart Will Miss Its Scope 1 and 2 Carbon Targets. Does It Matter?
The world's largest retailer said it’s unlikely to fulfill its promise to reduce operational greenhouse gas emissions by 65 percent by 2030 and 35 percent by 2025.
finance.yahoo.com
January 9, 2025 at 12:05 PM
How did a well established designer reengineered her business, creating more creative space, stronger profits and deeper client relationships? By thoughtfully eliminating waste and increasing agility.

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January 6, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Want to engage on ways to create a prosperous and decarbonised world with a focus on consumer markets, check out my newsletter! Looking forward to your thoughts and perspectives.

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January 6, 2025 at 4:24 PM