L'Oreal Ready to Buy Nestle's Stake in Company, CEO Says

The transcript covers L'Oreal's potential interest in buying back Nestle's stake, market dynamics, and the resilience of L'Oreal during economic turbulence. It discusses the challenges in the French market, the strong demand from Chinese consumers, and strategies to revive professional brands with natural products. Additionally, it highlights efforts to attract male customers through a new brand partnership with David Beckham.

What is L'Oreal's stance on buying back Nestle's stake?

• They are not interested at all.

• They are willing if Nestle decides to sell.

• They are waiting for a better financial position.

• They have already bought it back.

How did L'Oreal's luxury division perform compared to the mass market in 2017?

• The luxury division was three times more dynamic.

• Both divisions grew at the same rate.

• The mass market outperformed the luxury division.

• The luxury division grew slower than the mass market.

What is L'Oreal's view on the potential impact of financial market turbulence?

• They believe it will severely impact their business.

• They are unsure about the impact.

• They see L'Oreal as a resilient investment.

• They expect a decline in all markets.

What is the expected impact of President Macron's policies on the French market?

• No change in the market.

• Worsening of market conditions.

• Immediate improvement in market conditions.

• Gradual improvement over time.

How did Chinese consumer demand for luxury products change in 2017?

• It decreased significantly.

• It showed a surprising increase.

• It remained stable.

• It was unpredictable.

What new product initiative is L'Oreal launching to revive their professional brands?

• The first natural hair color product.

• A new line of chemical hair colors.

• A new fragrance line.

• A range of skincare products.

Which iconic figure is L'Oreal partnering with to attract male customers?

• Cristiano Ronaldo

• Roger Federer

• Lionel Messi

• David Beckham