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Puig Achieves Record Revenue Growth in 2025

2/18/2026, 9:11:11 PM

Financial Performance Overview

In 2025, Puig reported a significant revenue increase of 7.8% on a like-for-like basis, reaching €5 billion. This milestone marks the first time the Spanish beauty conglomerate has surpassed the €5 billion threshold. The growth was driven primarily by the makeup and skincare divisions, with makeup alone contributing €845 million, representing 17% of total revenue. The company’s chair and CEO, Marc Puig, highlighted that the firm exceeded its ambitious five-year plan, which aimed to double 2020 revenues by 2022 and triple them by 2025.

Key Growth Drivers

The makeup segment was particularly notable, achieving a 13.7% increase in revenue, bolstered by the strong performance of Charlotte Tilbury, which saw a remarkable 26.5% growth in the fourth quarter. The brand's success was attributed to innovative product launches, including the Airbrush Flawless Foundation and the Super Nudes collection. Skincare also performed well, with revenue rising 8.9% to €551 million, driven by brands such as Uriage and Charlotte Tilbury.

Fragrance and fashion categories accounted for 72% of Puig's total revenue, with brands like Carolina Herrera and Jean Paul Gaultier contributing significantly. The fragrance segment grew by 6.4%, while fashion saw a stellar performance from Dries Van Noten under Julian Klausner's leadership.

Regional Performance

Puig's revenue distribution showed that the EMEA (Europe, the Middle East, and Africa) region accounted for 55% of total revenue, growing 5.5% to €2.8 billion. The Americas represented 35% of revenue, with a growth rate of 7.7%. Notably, the Asia-Pacific region experienced a robust 21.7% growth, reaching €530 million, driven by Charlotte Tilbury and niche brands.

Official Statements & Future Outlook

Marc Puig expressed confidence in the company's future, stating, “Given the strength of our brand portfolio and our steady pipeline of innovation, we are well placed to sustain healthy growth and continue to outperform the premium beauty market.” He acknowledged the challenges posed by foreign exchange fluctuations, which negatively impacted revenue by 2.6% over the year, but remained optimistic about maintaining a stable margin of 20.7%.

Criticism & Opposition

Despite the positive outlook, some analysts have noted that the growth in the fragrance market is expected to normalize, which could present challenges for Puig in sustaining its current growth trajectory. Critics argue that the company must navigate a more demanding market environment while maintaining its competitive edge.

Verbatim Quotes

  • “We exceeded those goals, more than doubling our revenue by 2022 and more than tripling it by 2025.” — Marc Puig, Chair and CEO of Puig
  • “This reflects the strength of our portfolio, our agility and our ability to execute consistently in a more demanding environment,” — Marc Puig, Chair and CEO of Puig

As Puig moves into the new financial year, the company remains committed to a selective approach to mergers and acquisitions, focusing on opportunities that align strategically with its portfolio.