03.09.2016 - Audemars Piguet
Audemars Piguet Price Increase Sees a 10% Rise Across It’s Models
If you haven't heard or noticed, Audemars Piguet have just rolled out a 10% price increase across the UK. I think it's important to note that AP don't advertise the increase; it's more an implement it overnight kind of thing. So why the need for a price increase in the UK? Earlier this year, the Financial Times wrote the following: "Prices in the UK have remained static for several years; Rolex has not raised them since 2012, although it is rumoured to be scheduling an increase in June. But the pound’s weakening over the past six months, due to the possibility of Brexit, has made watches cheaper to overseas customers." Read the full article To summarise, the main reason for the price increase (that will be implemented across other brands too) is the current state of the Pound (GBP). The UK is now the number 1 place to buy watches from overseas because the exchange rate is so good (for them). The AD's (Authorised Dealers) in the UK are even lacking stock because of it, so it was only a matter of time a price increase was implemented to introduce balance.Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Rose Gold Ceramic 44mm - £33,500 ---> £36,900 (10.15% increase)
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph Stainless Steel 41mm - £17,700 ---> £19,500 (10.17% increase)
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Rose Gold 42mm - £50,500 ---> £55,500 (9.9% increase)