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Bernard Arnault: 1949–1997

· 31 min

Episode Bernard Arnault: 1949–1997

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This has been one of my favourite stories to research — because this story is just that good. It begins with a young engineer running a small construction company, he has an epiphany in the back of a New York taxi.

From there, it unfolds through boardroom upheavals, aggressively structured deals, and a long-term vision that never wavered. What sets Arnault apart isn't just the finance or tactics — it's the creativity you rarely see in a business titan.

It's a cracking story. Enjoy.

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