JohnD writes:

All I am saying, Einstein, is that this is
inconsistent.

Only from your perspective. From LV's - it's profitable both ways.
As Tom says, it's business.

Perhaps LV is doing this because most of their business comes from the
US, and if they have to show "favorites," they pick the one that gives
them the most profit.

Now if you have a suggestion that will allow LV to do the "right
thing," and remain at least as profitable, please enlighten us..