Lagardère S.A. is a prominent international media group based in France, specializing in the management and distribution of content across various platforms. As a diverse company, it predominantly ope... Lagardère S.A. is a prominent international media group based in France, specializing in the management and distribution of content across various platforms. As a diverse company, it predominantly operates through two main divisions: Lagardère Publishing and Lagardère Travel Retail. Lagardère Publishing, best known as Hachette Livre, is the world’s third-largest book publisher, producing a wide array of fiction, non-fiction, educational materials, and children’s books across multiple languages. Meanwhile, Lagardère Travel Retail manages retail outlets in travel environments, notably airports and railway stations, offering products ranging from luxury goods to convenience items.
In the financial market, Lagardère S.A. holds a significant position due to its influence in the publishing and travel retail industries which cater to a global clientele. Its operations impact sectors such as culture, education, and tourism, making it a vital player in facilitating travel experiences and cultural exchanges. Founded in 1826 and headquartered in Paris, Lagardère's longstanding presence underscores its adaptability and sustained relevance amidst evolving industry landscapes.
In 2024, Lagardere was subject to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)'s requirements, which mandated the company to publish EU Taxonomy disclosures.
The company reported the eligibility and alignment of Turnover, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) and Operating Expenditure (OPEX) with the EU Taxonomy, helping assess the extent to which its business activities align with Europe's environmental sustainability goals.
Lagardere has also provided an activity-level breakdown of its EU Taxonomy disclosures. This granular reporting enhances transparency around which economic activities of Lagardere are considered environmentally sustainable and contribute to at least one of the six environmental objectives defined under the EU Taxonomy framework.
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a. Lagardere's Universal Registration Document (URD) 2024
b. Lagardere's Universal Registration Document (URD) 2023
c. Lagardere's Universal Registration Document (URD) 2022
Insights into Lagardere's Revenues from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, Lagardere reported EU Taxonomy-eligible revenues of EUR 117.23 million, representing 1.31% of its total turnover. Of this amount, EUR 230,000 of Lagardere's revenues was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 0% of the revenue-generating activities undertaken by the company substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
Lagardere's Taxonomy-Eligible Turnover Over Time
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Turnover
Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Turnover
Have Lagardere's revenues become more sustainable over time?
Compared to the previous year (2023), Lagardere's taxonomy-aligned revenues remained relatively stable, indicating that Lagardere maintained operational continuity , with no significant changes in the scale of sustainable activities or the coverage of its taxonomy-aligned reporting.a, b
How much of Lagardere's revenue is eligible under the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Lagardere reported that EUR 117.23 million of its revenue was eligible under the EU Taxonomy, representing 1.31% of the company's total turnover. Of this amount, EUR 230,000 (0% of total revenue) was classified as Taxonomy-aligned. This means that 1.31% of Lagardere's revenue is eligible but not aligned, indicating that these activities did not meet the technical screening criteria, failed to comply with the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) requirements, or lacked evidence of meeting the Minimum Safeguards.a
How much of Lagardere's eligible revenue is aligned with the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Lagardere reported that EUR 230,000 of its revenue was aligned under the EU Taxonomy, representing 0% of its total turnover.a
This low alignment highlights either a limited focus on green activities or early-stage adoption of sustainability frameworks, underscoring opportunities for further alignment with EU climate objectives.
Lagardere's Eligibility & Alignment Overview
Lagardere's Contribution to Environmental Objectives
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Turnover
Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Turnover
How is Lagardere's taxonomy-aligned revenue distributed across the EU environmental objectives?
In 2024, Lagardere reported that its taxonomy-aligned revenue was distributed across the following EU environmental objectivesa:
Climate Change Mitigation: 0%
Climate Change Adaptation: 0%
Sustainable Use and Protection of Water and Marine Resources: 0%
Transition to a Circular Economy: 0%
Pollution Prevention and Control: 0%
Protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems: 0%
How much revenue does Lagardere earn from selling climate-related solutions ?
In 2024, Lagardere reported that EUR 268,260 of its total revenue was associated with activities contributing to the EU taxonomy climate-related objectives (Climate Change Mitigation and Climate Change Adaptation). This accounted for 0% of the company's total revenue,indicating that Lagarderehas limited exposureon solutions that support climate action through its commercial activities.a
Insights into Lagardere's CAPEX from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, Lagardere reported EU Taxonomy-eligible CAPEX of EUR 282.00 million,representing 49.31% of its total CAPEX. Of this amount, EUR 37.60 million of Lagardere's CAPEX was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 6.58% of the company's investments were directed toward economic activities that substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
Lagardere's Taxonomy-Eligible Capex Over Time
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Capex
Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Capex
Have Lagardere's increased its investment in sustainable activities over time?
Since 2022, Lagardere's taxonomy-aligned capital expenditure (CAPEX)increased by 119.33%,pointing to a long-term shift toward greater investment in environmentally sustainable activities recognized under the EU Taxonomy.a, c
Compared to the previous year (2023), Lagardere's taxonomy-aligned CAPEX decreased by 70.49%,suggesting that Lagardere may have scaled back investments in sustainable projects, reprioritized its capital deployment, or reduced transparency in its taxonomy-aligned disclosures.a, b
How much of Lagardere's capital expenditure (CAPEX) is eligible under the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Lagardere reported that EUR 282.00 million of its capital expenditure (CAPEX) was eligible under the EU Taxonomy, representing 49.31% of the company's total CAPEX. Of this amount, EUR 37.60 million (6.58% of total CAPEX) was classified as Taxonomy-aligned. This means that 42.73% of Lagardere's CAPEX is eligible but not aligned, indicating that these investments either did not meet the technical screening criteria, failed to comply with the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) requirements, or lacked evidence of meeting the Minimum Safeguards (MSS).a
How much of Lagardere's eligible CAPEX is aligned with the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Lagardere reported that EUR 37.60 million of its CAPEX was aligned under the EU Taxonomy, representing 6.58% of its total capital investment.a
This low alignment reflects that Lagardere is beginning to transition its capital allocation toward greener investments, but still retains substantial opportunities for further alignment with sustainability goals.
Lagardere's Eligibility & Alignment Overview
Lagardere's Contribution to Environmental Objectives
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Capex
Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Capex
How is Lagardere's taxonomy-aligned CAPEX distributed across the EU environmental objectives?
In 2024, Lagardere reported that its taxonomy-aligned capital expenditure (CAPEX) was distributed across the following EU environmental objectivesa:
Climate Change Mitigation: 6.58%
Climate Change Adaptation: 0%
Sustainable Use and Protection of Water and Marine Resources: 0%
Transition to a Circular Economy: 0%
Pollution Prevention and Control: 0%
Protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems: 0%
How much Lagardere is investing in climate-related solutions?
In 2024, Lagardere allocated EUR 37.64 million of its CAPEX to activities contributing to the EU Taxonomy's climate-related objectives (Climate Change Mitigation and Climate Change Adaptation). This represented 6.58% of the company's total capital expenditure,indicating that Lagarderehas only marginally directed its capital expenditure toward climate-related activities, suggesting limited alignment with climate objectives.a
Insights into Lagardere's OPEX from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, Lagardere reported EU Taxonomy-eligible OPEX of EUR 0,representing 0% of its total operating expenses (OPEX). Of this amount, EUR 0 of Lagardere's OPEX was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 0% of the company's operating expenses were directed toward economic activities that substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
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