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Tough Times On the M&A Dealmaking Scene
Dealmaking's been mixed up by Brexit, the raging digital revolution and an uninterested consumer, but there…
Differential Brands Group Acquires Swims AS Brand
Swims is Differential's first deal since merging the Robert Graham and Hudson Clothing businesses under the…
L Capital Asia, Bain Capital Acquiring Stakes in Korean Beauty Firms
The LVMH-backed L Capital will invest in Clio Cosmetics, while Bain Capital and Goldman Sachs acquired…
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Hermès Takes Minority Stake in Pierre Hardy
The French shoe designer has worked for the luxury brand since 1990 and creates its shoe and jewelry lines.
Chanel Acquires French Lambskin Tannery
The facility employs 40 people and is prized for its specialty leathers.
21 Investimenti Acquires Philippe Model
The goal is to internationalize the sneaker label.
Australia’s RCG Buys Hype DC for $79 Million
With the deal, RCG's footprint expands to 350 stores across Australia and New Zealand, making it Australia's…
Coin Reportedly to Sell Excelsior Milano to Guangzhou Canudilo
The acquisition is valued at $21.3 million euros.
Isabel Marant in Advanced Talks to Sell Majority Stake to Montefiore
The remaining 49 percent will remain in the hands of Marant, Sophie Duruflé and Nathalie Chemouny, partners…
Charles James Heirs Seek Brand Revival With New Partner
The Weinstein Cos. walked away from a planned resurrection project.
Balmain CEO Confirms Acquisition by Qatar’s Mayhoola
The fast-growing company plans to push into accessories and expand its store network.
Mayhoola Said Poised to Acquire Balmain
The Qatari investment vehicle also controls Valentino, Pal Zileri and has a stake in Anya Hindmarch.
Fosun Near Deal to Take Stake in French Fashion Brand Iro
"The transaction is in progress," a spokeswoman for Fosun told WWD, without divulging any further details.
Experienced Capital Partners Takes a 45% Stake in Maison Standards
The investment firm was created by former Sandro, Maje and Claudie Pierlot executives.