About Lagardere

History

1865-1945

1897
  • Creation of Messageries Hachette, a major book and print media distribution company in France.

1900
  • Launch of the first bookstores on the Paris metro.

1905
  • Acquisition of a 100% stake in AGLP, a wholesaler and retail bookseller with outlets in South America and the major European countries.
 
 

 

Press releases

2010/03/10

2009 Full-Year Results

2010/03/10

Appointments

A.Lagardère's editorial

“I am convinced that we must continually cultivate and strengthen our company fundamentals, which are both straightforward and sound.”


The group's activities

Lagardère has distinguished itself as a market leader in the book publishing, distribution, press and audiovisual, management and marketing of sporting rights sectors.

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The group's values

The Group has clear values that determine its personality. Lagardère's creativity, boldness and independence have helped to create a modern, innovative media group that's in touch with its times.