Hugo Boss

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Hugo Boss is a company engaged in the premium and luxury segment of the apparel market. The Company focuses on the development and marketing of premium fashion and accessories for men and women. It covers a comprehensive product range encompassing classic to modern apparel, elegant evening wear and sportswear, shoes, leather accessories, as well as licensed fragrances, eyewear, watches, children’s fashion, home textiles and mobile accessories.

TypePublic
Founded1923
HQMetzingen, DEMap
Websitehugoboss.com
Employee Ratings3.5More
Overall CultureA+More
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Employees (est.) (Jul 2021)13,476(-2%)
Job Openings500
Revenue (FY, 2017)€2.7 B(+2%)
Share Price (Sept 2021)€50(+2%)
Cybersecurity ratingBMore
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Key People/Management at Hugo Boss

Hermann Waldemer

Hermann Waldemer

Chairman
Oliver Timm

Oliver Timm

CSO
Heiko Schaefer

Heiko Schaefer

COO
Sinan Piskin

Sinan Piskin

Chairman
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Hugo Boss Office Locations

Hugo Boss has offices in Metzingen and New York
Metzingen, DE (HQ)
12 Dieselstraße
New York, NY, US
55 Water St 48th floor
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Hugo Boss Financials and Metrics

Hugo Boss Revenue

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Hugo Boss's revenue was reported to be €2.73 b in FY, 2017 which is a 1.5% increase from the previous period.
EUR

Revenue (H1, 2018)

1.3b

Gross profit (H1, 2018)

853.0m

Gross profit margin (H1, 2018), %

65.5%

Net income (H1, 2018)

103.0m

EBIT (H1, 2018)

143.0m

Market capitalization (21-Sept-2021)

3.4b

Closing stock price (21-Sept-2021)

50.0

Cash (30-Jun-2018)

99.0m
Hugo Boss's current market capitalization is €3.4 b.
Annual
EURFY, 2016FY, 2017

Revenue

2.7b2.7b

Revenue growth, %

(4%)1%

Cost of goods sold

915.4m924.3m

Gross profit

1.8b1.8b
Half Year
EURH1, 2017H1, 2018

Revenue

1.3b1.3b

Cost of goods sold

438.0m450.0m

Gross profit

849.0m853.0m

Gross profit Margin, %

66%65%
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Annual
EURFY, 2016FY, 2017

Cash

83.5m115.7m

Accounts Receivable

228.2m207.6m

Inventories

568.0m536.8m

Current Assets

1.0b1.1b
Half Year
EURH1, 2017H1, 2018

Cash

93.0m99.0m

Accounts Receivable

188.0m190.0m

Inventories

541.0m615.0m

Current Assets

960.0m1.1b
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Annual
EURFY, 2014FY, 2015FY, 2016FY, 2017

Net Income

193.6m231.2m

Depreciation and Amortization

169.2m158.8m

Inventories

(5.3m)2.9m

Accounts Payable

(1.1m)38.8m
Half Year
EURH1, 2017H1, 2018

Net Income

106.0m103.0m

Depreciation and Amortization

67.0m61.0m

Inventories

10.0m(77.0m)

Accounts Payable

(31.0m)(26.0m)
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Hugo Boss Operating Metrics

FY, 2016Q1, 2017H1, 2017FY, 2017Q1, 2018H1, 2018

Retail Stores

1.12 k1.13 k1.13 k1.14 k1.09 k1.09 k

Freestanding Retail Stores

442436438439435435

Active Outlets

149162162160

Shop-in-shops

533538538498
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Hugo Boss Acquisitions / Subsidiaries

Company NameDateDeal Size
BIL Leasing Verwaltungs-GmbH & Co. 869 KG
GRAMOLERA Grundstücks-Vermietungsgesellschaft Objekt Ticino mbH
HUGO BOSS Australia Pty. Ltd.
HUGO BOSS Benelux B.V. y CIA S.C.
HUGO BOSS Benelux Retail B.V.
HUGO BOSS Beteiligungsgesellschaft mbH
HUGO BOSS Canada, Inc.
HUGO BOSS China Retail Co. Ltd.
HUGO BOSS Estonia OÜ
HUGO BOSS Fashions, Inc.
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Hugo Boss Revenue Breakdown

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Hugo Boss revenue breakdown by business segment: 75.5% from BOSS, 17.5% from HUGO and 7.0% from Other Services

Hugo Boss revenue breakdown by geographic segment: 30.8% from Europe, 10.6% from Americas, 7.2% from Asia/Pacific, 30.8% from Europe, 10.6% from Americas, 7.2% from Asia/Pacific and 2.9% from Other

Hugo Boss Cybersecurity Score

Cybersecurity ratingPremium dataset

B

81/100

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Hugo Boss Online and Social Media Presence

Hugo Boss's Trends

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Hugo Boss Company Culture

  • Overall Culture

    A+

    91/100

  • CEO Rating

    A+

    100/100

  • Compensation

    A+

    100/100

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Hugo Boss News and Updates

August 19, 2020

Hugo Boss will continue flexible working even after Covid-19

Hugo Boss will allow staff the option of remote working every Monday and Friday, even after the coronavirus pandemic has The post Hugo Boss will only ask staff to work in the office three days a week even after Covid-19 appeared first on CityAM.
June 17, 2020

Hugo Boss has got a new... boss

Hugo Boss has announced that former Tommy Hilfiger chief Daniel Grieder will be its new chief executive. Grieder, 58, will The post New boss for Hugo Boss as fashion house drafts in former Tommy Hilfiger CEO appeared first on CityAM.
May 27, 2020

Hugo Boss sees recovery in third quarter at earliest

Hugo Boss expects a recovery in its business in the third quarter at the earliest due to store closures and consumer caution during the coronavirus pandemic, the chief executive of German fashion house said on Wednesday.
March 18, 2020

Hugo Boss scraps 2020 outlook, to guard cash flow

German fashion house Hugo Boss on Wednesday scrapped the outlook it gave for 2020 results less than two weeks ago and took action to protect its cash balance, suspending store renovations and new openings and limiting the inflow of stock.
March 16, 2020

Dissecting the aggressive trademark tactics of Hugo Boss

One of the most critical assets of every company is its brand. In fact, it is so important that the The post You’re not the boss of me: Dissecting the aggressive trademark tactics of Hugo Boss appeared first on CityAM.
March 13, 2020

Hugo Boss Launches First Vegan Mens Suit

New York – After years of talks with PETA Germany, HUGO BOSS has launched its first completely animal-free men’s suit in its BOSS spring/summer collection. The suit is certified and sports the “PETA-Approved Vegan” logo. The animal rights group applauds HUGO BOSS for offering its customers this comp…
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 Hugo Boss Frequently Asked Questions

  • When was Hugo Boss founded?

    Hugo Boss was founded in 1923.

  • Who are Hugo Boss key executives?

    Hugo Boss's key executives are Hermann Waldemer, Oliver Timm and Heiko Schaefer.

  • How many employees does Hugo Boss have?

    Hugo Boss has 13,476 employees.

  • What is Hugo Boss revenue?

    Latest Hugo Boss annual revenue is €2.7 b.

  • What is Hugo Boss revenue per employee?

    Latest Hugo Boss revenue per employee is €202.8 k.

  • Who are Hugo Boss competitors?

    Competitors of Hugo Boss include Kering, Ralph Lauren and Maus Freres.

  • Where is Hugo Boss headquarters?

    Hugo Boss headquarters is located at 12 Dieselstraße, Metzingen.

  • Where are Hugo Boss offices?

    Hugo Boss has offices in Metzingen and New York.

  • How many offices does Hugo Boss have?

    Hugo Boss has 2 offices.