Audemars Piguet reports record-breaking sales from its Royal Pop collaboration with Swatch, showcasing resilience in a challenging luxury watch market impacted by tariffs and economic headwinds.
Audemars Piguet's Royal Pop Collaboration with Swatch Defies Luxury Watch Slump
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RDU Global Correspondent
Global Trade Desk
New York, United States Sept 26, 2026•4 min read
Audemars Piguet reports record-breaking sales from its Royal Pop collaboration with Swatch, showcasing resilience in a challenging luxury watch market impacted by tariffs and economic headwinds.
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