In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for ⁠⁠@FifthWrist⁠⁠⁠ Radio podcast, host Adam (@mediumwatch) brings together two esteemed guests, Oliver Müller (@the_ignorant_frenchman) of LuxeConsult and Hamza Masood (@watchcharts), to delve into the intricate landscape of the luxury watch industry. The discussion begins with personal insights into their favorite watches and transitions into a comprehensive analysis of market trends, both historical and current. Oliver, with over two decades of experience in luxury watch consultancy and manufacturing, and Hamza, an expert from WatchCharts, offer their perspectives on the evolution of consumer behavior, the impacts of economic fluctuations, and the future trajectory of watch brands. The conversation touches on the challenges faced by the Swiss watch industry amidst fluctuating FX rates and economic downturns, while also shedding light on the strategic moves by major brands to address these issues. Both guests provide valuable predictions for the next five years, highlighting increased market polarization and the potential for fewer, more dominant brands. Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@FifthWrist⁠⁠⁠  #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast ⁠⁠⁠@FifthWrist ⁠⁠⁠ Independent Thinking Show is a place dedicated to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology.  Theme Music for 2024: ⁠⁠⁠The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)⁠⁠⁠  To join our crew group chat then please email us at [email protected] and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast. We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it!  Stay On Time