Who Owns Hermès Today
The Hermès family remains the controlling shareholder of Hermès International. The family's direct and indirect stakes give it effective control over the luxury group, which operates the Hermès brand alongside other maisons.
Key Family Members and Roles
Several descendants of founder Thierry Hermès remain involved in governance and strategy. The family's leadership includes members on the executive and supervisory bodies, maintaining continuity with the company's heritage.
How the Family Controls Hermès
The Hermès family holds its shares through a complex structure of holding companies and trusts designed to preserve control. This setup limits outside influence while allowing the group to operate as a publicly listed company on the Paris stock exchange.
Hermès Family Wealth and Strategy
The family benefits from Hermès' strong brand value and consistent growth in leather goods, silk, and ready-to-wear. For more on the group's financial structure and shareholding, see the official Hermès International investor page at Hermès International Investors.
