Cosmetics giant Estée Lauder in merger talks with owner of Jean Paul Gaultier and Rabanne
The deal would create a global beauty giant, uniting brands such as Tom Ford, Bobbi Brown and Rabanne.
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""Unless and until an agreement is signed between the companies, there can be no assurances regarding the deal or its terms.""
— Estée Lauder , Executive
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Estée Lauder was a pioneer in the cosmetics industry, founding her namesake company in 1946.
Joseph Lauder was co-founder of the Estée Lauder Companies and husband of Estée Lauder.
The Puig Family controls the Spanish company Puig, known for fragrances and fashion.
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The deal would create a global beauty giant, uniting brands such as Tom Ford, Bobbi Brown and Rabanne.
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