M&A
Dexelance DEX Sees M&A Activity by End of 2024 Following Mixed H1
The first Italian design firm to list its shares on the Milan Stock Exchange said investments in the U.S. are…
EXCLUSIVE: JAB Sells Bally to Regent Affiliate
The owner of the Club Monaco and Escada brands is taking over the Swiss women's and men's apparel and…
Heavily Indebted Retailer Coin Opening Up to New Investors
The Italian retailer is said to have hired consultancy Kpgm to explore M&A options.
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Roche Bobois Readies to Take on China With Majority in Local Franchisee
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Givaudan Broadens Its Reach in Makeup by Acquiring B.kolor
Givaudan had taken a 25 percent stake in B.kolor three years ago.
Italian Textile, Fashion Supply Chain Has Found Its Sweet Spot in M&A and Aggregation
The wave of acquisitions and other deals in the supply chain are being driven by industrial poles, fashion…
LVMH Has Gobbled Up Legendary Paris Bistrot L’Ami Louis
The tiny restaurant with huge portions — and prices — has fed the likes of Marlene Dietrich, Bill Clinton…
Poltrona Frau Corners Bespoke Auto Market With First Foreign Acquisition
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LVMH Is Investing in Orient Express Trains, Ships and Hotels
The luxury giant has teamed with French hotel operator Accor to accelerate the development of ultra-luxury…
Chiara Boni Exits Namesake Brand Amid Ownership Reshuffle
The Germanetti family, a longstanding business partner and investor, has bought out the brand and plans to…
Amid Falling Q1 Sales, Safilo Says Portfolio Is Solid
The Italian eyewear maker's sales in the first quarter were dragged down by the loss of its Jimmy Choo…