Business & Finance
Monaco’s SBM eyes global luxury empire following LVMH playbook
The Principality’s largest private employer is pursuing a global strategy inspired by LVMH’s Bernard Arnault, with projects spanning Courchevel, Dubai and Saudi Arabia set to boost Monaco’s coffers.
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Bumper holiday period for SBM as Americans surge and Café de Paris covers jump 65%
The hospitality group saw visitor numbers double on Casino Square over two years, with restaurants and casinos posting strong gains during the holiday period.
Monte-Carlo SBM to offer 1,200 jobs at January recruitment day
The hospitality giant will host its annual recruitment event at One Monte-Carlo on Wednesday 14th January, with positions in restaurants, bars, spas and more.
Cruise ship arrivals and passenger numbers surged in Monaco in 2025
Cruise ship activity in Monaco increased markedly in 2025, with 99 vessels calling at the principality in Q3 - up 17.9% year-on-year - whilst passenger numbers surged 29.1% to 70,292 despite efforts...
France tightens food import rules amid farmer protests
France has announced stricter controls on food imports as farmers continue to demonstrate against the EU-Mercosur deal with South American countries.
Energy-inefficient properties sell at 25% discount in France as rental restrictions bite
French notaires report that homes with the worst energy ratings now account for 40 percent of transactions, with G-rated houses selling for a quarter less than better-performing properties.
