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Seeking Growth, Natural Beauty Brands Hunt for Investors
Andalou Naturals, Derma E, Kiss My Face and other natural beauty brands are said to be on the market.
Nest Fragrances Said to Hire Moelis for Sale Process
The business has been backed by Tengram Capital since 2012.
Stage Stores Stock Drops Despite Dubious Takeover Proposal
A mystery entity proposed buying Stage Stores at a better than 100 percent premium, $4.60 per share.
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Boohoo confirmed it had finalized the purchase of the bankrupt online retailer.
Jaclyn Inc. to Merge With Golden Touch Affiliate
Sleepwear, children's wear and accessories manufacturer, Jaclyn, Inc. to merge with Jaclyn Holdings Parent…
A Kraft Heinz Offer for Unilever Spurs Speculation
Financial sources expect that for Unilever to consider a deal, Kraft would have to raise its price.
Bain Capital Completes Acquisition of Online Jeweler Blue Nile
The private equity firm is joined in the $500 million purchase by Bow Street and Adama Partners.
Kraft Heinz Makes Offer for Unilever
Unilever has been building up its beauty portfolio through acquisitions.
L Catterton Teams With Celebrities for Kopari Beauty Investment
Ashton Kutcher, Mila Kunis, Karlie Kloss, Hilary Duff and Shay Mitchell have also invested in the coconut…
Revlon Reorganizes to Focus on Its Brands as Stars
Under ceo Fabian Garcia, Revlon plans to grow into a $5 billion company in five years.
Coty Buys Into Social Selling Beauty Company Younique
Coty will pay $600 million for a 60 percent stake in social-selling business Younique.
Main Post Partners Invests in Milk Makeup, Plans Expansion
The brand will branch into Canada as well as add to its Sunshine Oil and Cooling Water product lines.
Armònia SGR Acquires Aspesi
The Italian private equity fund acquired a majority stake in the fashion company founded by Alberto Aspesi.
Berkshire Partners Takes Kendra Scott Stake
Kendra Scott, who founded the hot Austin-based accessories brand, retains majority control of the business.
Walgreens and Rite Aid Divest Stores to Fred’s Pharmacy
As part of their planned merger, the companies are selling 865 Rite Aid stores.