About Lagardere
Arnaud Lagardère editorial
“The Group has yet again demonstrated its resilience and energy in 2009 despite a difficult economic context.
My fellow directors and I, with the support of all Lagardère Group employees, were able to maintain and consolidate all positions - some of which were even strengthened.[...] ”
The group’s activities
Lagardère develops, promotes and disseminates information and culture across five continents. It has distinguished itself as a market leader in the sectors of book publishing, distribution of cultural products, print and audiovisual media, and management and marketing of sporting rights. Lagardère holds a 7.5% stake in EADS, over which it exercises joint control.
The group’s key figures
The group’s financial results demonstrate Lagardère’s stability and the rigor that prevails in its day-to-day management. Net sales, earnings before interest and tax, employees: access financial information about the group and each of its subsidiaries from the past two years.
Group’s Publications
Browse through the 2009 interactive annual report
The group’s history
Lagardère has been in existence for over 150 years, from Louis Hachette's intuitive developments in the 19th century to the digital revolution. Find out more about how the group has changed over time to become what it is today, its greatest achievements, and the people who have made it all possible.
