Armani and Dior Investigated in Italy for Alleged Worker Exploitation

Italy's competition authority examines claims of misleading ethical practices and poor labor conditions in luxury brand supply chains.

Italian authorities are probing Armani and Dior for potentially deceptive statements about their ethical standards and labor practices.
The investigation follows reports of inadequate wages and excessive working hours at suppliers for these brands.
Inspections were conducted at the companies' Italian headquarters and associated suppliers.
Dior has condemned the practices and ceased orders with implicated suppliers, while Armani denies the allegations but is cooperating with the probe.
Luxury brands face increased scrutiny over labor conditions, challenging the perception of ethical production.