Douglas Elliman Announces International Expansion into France and Monaco
Douglas Elliman (NYSE: DOUG) announced international expansion into France, Monaco, and Saint-Barthélemy on Oct 28, 2025, forming an alliance with Philippe Curutchet, Fredrik Lilloe, and Edward de Mallet Morgan.
The initiative will initially support 14 offices and more than two dozen agents across the south of France, with plans to expand into Paris and the French Alps. The move links Elliman's U.S. client network to premier French and Monaco listings, citing regional market strength where properties >$5.85M were 30% of transactions on the French Riviera in 2024, generating >$10.5B in sales.
Douglas Elliman (NYSE: DOUG) ha annunciato l'espansione internazionale in Francia, Monaco e Saint-Barthélemy il 28 ottobre 2025, formando un'alleanza con Philippe Curutchet, Fredrik Lilloe e Edward de Mallet Morgan.
L'iniziativa supporterà inizialmente 14 uffici e più di due dozzine di agenti nel sud della Francia, con piani di espansione a Parigi e nelle Alpi francesi. La mossa collega la rete di clienti statunitensi di Elliman agli listing premium francesi e monegaschi, citando la forza del mercato regionale dove proprietà >$5,85 milioni rappresentavano il 30% delle transazioni sulla Costa Azzurra nel 2024, generando >$10,5 miliardi di vendite.
Douglas Elliman (NYSE: DOUG) anunció la expansión internacional hacia Francia, Mónaco y Saint-Barthélemy el 28 de octubre de 2025, formando una alianza con Philippe Curutchet, Fredrik Lilloe y Edward de Mallet Morgan.
La iniciativa apoyará inicialmente 14 oficinas y más de dos docenas de agentes en el sur de Francia, con planes de expandirse a París y los Alpes franceses. La medida une la red de clientes de Elliman en EE. UU. con listings premium franceses y monegascos, citando la fortaleza del mercado regional donde propiedades superiores a 5,85 millones de dólares representaron el 30% de las transacciones en la Riviera Francesa en 2024, generando más de 10,5 mil millones de dólares en ventas.
Douglas Elliman (NYSE: DOUG)은 프랑스, 모나코, 생바르텔레미로의 국제 확장을 2025년 10월 28일 발표하며 Philippe Curutchet, Fredrik Lilloe, Edward de Mallet Morgan과의 동맹을 형성했다.
이 이니셔티브는 처음에 프랑스 남부에 위치한 14개 지점과 24명 이상 에이전트를 지원하며, 파리와 프랑스 알프스로의 확장을 계획하고 있다. 이 움직임은 Elliman의 미국 고객 네트워크를 프랑스와 모나코의 프리미엄 매물과 연결하고, 2024년 프렌치 리비에라에서 5.85백만 달러를 넘는 매물이 거래의 30%를 차지했다는 지역 시장의 강세를 인용하며, 매출이 105억 달러를 넘어섰다고 밝혔다.
Douglas Elliman (NYSE: DOUG) a annoncé son expansion internationale vers la France, Monaco et Saint-Barthélemy le 28 octobre 2025, en formant une alliance avec Philippe Curutchet, Fredrik Lilloe et Edward de Mallet Morgan.
L'initiative soutiendra initialement 14 bureaux et plus de deux douzaines d'agents dans le sud de la France, avec des plans d'expansion vers Paris et les Alpes françaises. L'initiative relie le réseau de clients américain d'Elliman aux listings français et monégasques de premier plan, en citant la force du marché régional où les propriétés de plus de 5,85 millions de dollars représentaient 30% des transactions sur la Côte d'Azur en 2024, générant plus de 10,5 milliards de dollars de ventes.
Douglas Elliman (NYSE: DOUG) kündigte am 28. Oktober 2025 eine internationale Expansion in Frankreich, Monaco und Saint-Barthélemy an und bildete eine Allianz mit Philippe Curutchet, Fredrik Lilloe und Edward de Mallet Morgan.
Die Initiative wird zunächst 14 Niederlassungen und mehr als zwei Dutzend Makler im Süden Frankreichs unterstützen, mit Plänen, nach Paris und in die französischen Alpen zu expandieren. Der Schritt verbindet Ellimans US-Kundennetzwerk mit erstklassigen französischen und monégasischen Objekten und verweist auf die regionale Markstärke, wo Immobilien über 5,85 Mio. USD 2024 30% der Transaktionen an der Côte d'Azur ausmachten und über 10,5 Mrd. USD Umsatz generierten.
دوغلاس إليمان (بورصة نيويورك: DOUG) أعلن عن التوسع الدولي إلى فرنسا وموناكو وست-بارثيلمي في 28 أكتوبر 2025، مكوّناً تحالفاً مع فيليب كريوشيه، فريدريك ليليو وإدوارد دي مالّي مورغان.
ستدعم المبادرة في البداية 14 مكتباً وأكثر من 24 وكيلًا في جنوب فرنسا، مع خطط للتوسع إلى باريس وجبال الألب الفرنسية. تقرب الخطوة شبكة عملاء Elliman الأمريكية من قوائم فرنسية ومونغاسية من الدرجة الأولى، مع الإشارة إلى قوة السوق الإقليمية حيث مثلت العقارات التي تزيد عن 5.85 مليون دولار 30% من المعاملات على الريفييرا الفرنسية في 2024، محققة مبيعات تتجاوز 10.5 مليار دولار.
Douglas Elliman (NYSE: DOUG)宣布于2025年10月28日向法国、摩纳哥和圣巴泰勒米进军国际市场,并与 Philippe Curutchet、Fredrik Lilloe 和 Edward de Mallet Morgan 建立联盟。
该计划最初将在法国南部支持14个办公室和24名以上的经纪人,计划扩展到巴黎和法国阿尔卑斯山。此举将 Elliman 的美国客户网络与法国和摩纳哥的顶级房源连接,引用区域市场的强劲,其中2024年里维埃拉地区超过5.85百万美元的房产占交易的30%,推动销售额超过105亿美元。
- Immediate presence: 14 offices and >24 agents planned in southern France
- Senior alliance with industry leaders Philippe Curutchet, Fredrik Lilloe, Edward de Mallet Morgan
- Direct access for U.S. clients to French and Monaco luxury listings
- Cites strong market: properties >$5.85M were 30% of Riviera transactions in 2024
- Initial rollout limited to south of France; Paris and Alps expansion timing unspecified
- Potential integration costs and execution risk from cross-border rollout
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Elliman's direct entry into France and Monaco broadens its global luxury footprint and links high‑net‑worth flows between Europe and the U.S.
Douglas Elliman forms an alliance to open about 14 offices and more than two dozen agents across southern France, plus activity in Monaco and St. Barths, creating a direct channel for cross‑border luxury listings and buyers. The move leverages named local principals with deep regional track records and specific high‑value listings such as
Execution risks include integration of brand standards across jurisdictions, regulatory and tax differences, and the timing of planned rollouts into Paris and the French Alps; these factors will affect how quickly revenue and referral flows materialize. Watch near‑term indicators: office openings, agent onboarding counts, and any announced cross‑border referral volumes over the next 6–12 months.
The alliance creates tangible supply and client access in super‑prime French markets, enhancing Elliman's proposition to U.S. clients seeking French properties.
By partnering with established local teams led by Philippe Curutchet, Fredrik Lilloe, and Edward de Mallet Morgan, Elliman gains immediate listings and on‑the‑ground expertise in locations where >30% of transactions exceed
Primary dependencies are measured and short‑term: successful client handoffs between U.S. and French teams, adherence to Elliman's service standards, and clear commercial terms for referrals. Monitor announced office counts, agent roster growth, and any public metrics on transatlantic transactions in the coming
Meeting American Demand for French properties, the
- Douglas Elliman expected to have 14 offices and more than two dozen agents across the south of
France . - In 2024, properties valued over
represented$5.85 million USD30% of total transactions on the French Riviera, generating more than in real estate sales.$10.5 billion USD - Since 2022, American tourism in
France has increased, surpassing British and German visitors in 2024 and translating into greater American demand for real estate. - More and more Americans are drawn to the area's culture, cuisine, and way of life.
The announcement was made today in
Led by industry veterans Philippe Curutchet, Fredrik Lilloe, and Edward de Mallet Morgan—who are in
"This announcement represents the realization of our vision for a truly global network that exemplifies our commitment to excellence," said Michael S. Liebowitz, President and CEO of Douglas Elliman Inc. "Philippe, Fredrik, and Edward have built an exceptional reputation in the French luxury real estate market, with a track record that speaks for itself. They embody the entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to client service that define Douglas Elliman, and we are thrilled to welcome them to our team."
Philippe Curutchet, a prominent figure in high-end real estate, founded the holding company Globality in 2009 to specialize in luxury property operations across
With over 25 years of experience in the luxury property market, Fredrik Lilloe has established himself as a leading figure in French Riviera real estate. His team has transacted over
Edward de Mallet Morgan brings more than 20 years of experience transacting on behalf of high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients across more than 15 countries and four continents. As Group Head of The Private Office, de Mallet Morgan specializes in selling properties, including many sourced off-market, in key high-value locations from
"We are incredibly proud to be the first to join the new Elliman International," said Philippe Curutchet and Fredrik Lilloe. "Douglas Elliman's reputation for excellence and innovation in luxury real estate aligns perfectly with our values and vision. This opportunity allows us to offer our clients an elevated level of service and access to a truly global portfolio of extraordinary properties."
"This endeavor represents a natural evolution for our business," added Edward de Mallet Morgan. "Our clients increasingly view real estate as a global portfolio, and this collaboration enables us to provide seamless service across continents while maintaining the personal touch and market expertise they expect from us."
The team's recent notable sales include Manoir de Pigranel, in Mougins, for
The collaboration enables Douglas Elliman's extensive client base to access premier properties throughout
The expansion into
Unlike traditional franchise models, Douglas Elliman's approach emphasizes substance over scale, carefully selecting real estate professionals whose work ethic and client service standards reflect Elliman's entrepreneurial culture. The initiative enables the company to directly serve the growing international real estate needs of its agents, clients, and development partners without relying on third-party intermediaries.
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