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Andreea Hotaranu
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Narrow-Moat Luxottica Increases Grip on Distribution Channels and Fights Promotions; FVE Maintained

We retain our narrow moat rating and fair value estimate after Luxottica delivered first-half 2017 results slightly below our expectations with 4.2% sales growth (1.8% at constant currencies). We look forward to updating our report and valuation for Luxottica shortly as we transition coverage of the stock to a new analyst and incorporate the impact of the merger with Essilor.
All of the growth stemmed from new openings and acquisitions, as comparable-store sales remained negative and wholesale s...
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Luxottica Group S.p.A. ADS

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Morningstar
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Andreea Hotaranu

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