VOL. XCIV, NO. 247
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Thursday, January 8, 2026
Moncler S.p.A.
MONC · Euronext Milan
Weighted average of segment moat scores, combining moat strength, durability, confidence, market structure, pricing power, and market share.
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Overview
Moncler S.p.A. is a premium apparel group with two core brands: Moncler and Stone Island. FY2024 group revenues were about EUR 3.109B, with Moncler ~87% and Stone Island ~13%. Moats are primarily demand-side brand equity reinforced by active IP/anti-counterfeiting enforcement, plus controlled distribution via high direct-to-consumer (DTC) penetration and curated wholesale. Moncler's channel mix is heavily DTC (~86% of brand revenues), supporting merchandising control and pricing power; Stone Island is increasing distribution control via market internalizations and a ~52% DTC mix. Key risks include fashion cycles, macro sensitivity of luxury demand, and counterfeiting pressure.
Primary segment
Moncler brand
Market structure
Competitive
Market share
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HHI: —
Coverage
2 segments · 6 tags
Updated 2026-01-05
Segments
Moncler brand
Luxury outerwear and apparel (down jackets, ready-to-wear, accessories)
Revenue
87.1%
Structure
Competitive
Pricing
strong
Share
—
Peers
Stone Island brand
Premium technical casualwear / streetwear (men's apparel and accessories)
Revenue
12.9%
Structure
Competitive
Pricing
moderate
Share
—
Peers
Moat Claims
Moncler brand
Luxury outerwear and apparel (down jackets, ready-to-wear, accessories)
Revenue_share computed from FY2024 'Revenues by brand' table (see Annual Report 2024 page 365: https://www.monclergroup.com/sustainability/Annual-Report-2024/365-Moncler-Annual-Report-2024.html).
Brand Trust
Demand
Brand Trust
Strength
Durability
Confidence
Evidence
Luxury brand equity plus authenticity/anti-counterfeiting programs help sustain premium positioning and repeat purchase.
Erosion risks
- Fashion trend shifts reducing brand heat
- Counterfeiting that erodes perceived exclusivity
- Luxury demand downturn (macroeconomic sensitivity)
Leading indicators
- Price increases vs. unit volumes
- DTC comparable store sales growth
- Full-price sell-through and markdown intensity
Counterarguments
- Luxury peers can spend similarly on brand-building
- Brand equity can fade quickly in fashion cycles
Distribution Control
Supply
Distribution Control
Strength
Durability
Confidence
Evidence
High DTC mix (directly managed stores and online) provides control over merchandising, pricing, and customer experience; wholesale is selective.
Erosion risks
- Shift to multi-brand online platforms reduces traffic leverage
- Store lease and labor cost inflation
- Overexpansion of stores diluting returns
Leading indicators
- DTC share of revenue
- Store count and productivity (sales per store)
- Wholesale sell-in vs sell-out and returns
Counterarguments
- Competitors also run global DTC networks
- Controlled distribution is important but not unique in luxury
IP Choke Point
Legal
IP Choke Point
Strength
Durability
Confidence
Evidence
Trademark/IP protection and enforcement (EUIPO recognition as a well-known mark; active anti-counterfeiting and authenticity traceability).
Erosion risks
- Counterfeiters adapting to new digital channels
- Enforcement costs rising across jurisdictions
Leading indicators
- Counterfeit listings removed and sites blocked
- Trademark renewals and new jurisdiction filings
- Outcomes of major enforcement actions
Counterarguments
- Trademarks protect identity but cannot guarantee sustained consumer desirability
Stone Island brand
Premium technical casualwear / streetwear (men's apparel and accessories)
Revenue_share computed from FY2024 'Revenues by brand' table (see Annual Report 2024 page 365: https://www.monclergroup.com/sustainability/Annual-Report-2024/365-Moncler-Annual-Report-2024.html).
Brand Trust
Demand
Brand Trust
Strength
Durability
Confidence
Evidence
Distinct product-led identity and loyal community; brand protection/authentication programs support trust.
Erosion risks
- Streetwear cycles and audience shifts
- Wholesale discounting diluting brand perception
Leading indicators
- DTC growth vs wholesale declines
- Brand collaborations and cultural relevance metrics
Counterarguments
- Streetwear/premium casualwear is highly trend-driven with many substitutes
Distribution Control
Supply
Distribution Control
Strength
Durability
Confidence
Evidence
Stone Island has increased direct control of distribution across key markets and has a majority DTC mix, while curating wholesale doors.
Erosion risks
- Execution risk in market internalizations (costs, local demand)
- Wholesale partner pushback as doors are rationalized
Leading indicators
- DTC share and store productivity
- Wholesale door count and sell-through quality
- Gross margin and markdown trends
Counterarguments
- Competitors can also internalize distribution and build DTC channels
IP Choke Point
Legal
IP Choke Point
Strength
Durability
Confidence
Evidence
Anti-counterfeiting enforcement and authentication systems (e.g., Certilogo) protect brand identity and customer trust.
Erosion risks
- Counterfeit migration to new platforms and regions
Leading indicators
- Counterfeit listings removed
- Adoption/usage of authentication checks
Counterarguments
- Legal protections do not prevent brand relevance decay
Evidence
...safeguarding the value, uniqueness and authenticity of its products...
Management frames brand value/authenticity as essential and invests in brand protection, supporting a brand-led demand moat.
Moncler anticipates mid-single-digit price increases for 2025...
Guidance implies ability to pass through cost inflation via price, consistent with strong brand-driven pricing power.
Revenues are made through two main distribution channels, DTC and wholesale.
Company defines DTC vs wholesale and reports a high DTC contribution, consistent with controlled distribution.
DTC ... 86.1% ... Wholesale ... 13.9% (FY 2024).
A very high DTC share supports ability to manage brand presentation and limit discounting/gray market leakage.
...trademark MONCLER was recognised as well-known mark by the EUIPO...
Formal recognition and active IP work strengthen legal defensibility of brand identity in key jurisdictions.
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Risks & Indicators
Erosion risks
- Fashion trend shifts reducing brand heat
- Counterfeiting that erodes perceived exclusivity
- Luxury demand downturn (macroeconomic sensitivity)
- Shift to multi-brand online platforms reduces traffic leverage
- Store lease and labor cost inflation
- Overexpansion of stores diluting returns
Leading indicators
- Price increases vs. unit volumes
- DTC comparable store sales growth
- Full-price sell-through and markdown intensity
- Brand search interest / social engagement trends
- DTC share of revenue
- Store count and productivity (sales per store)
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