mergers and acquisitions
Credit Crunch: Tightening Markets Could Spell Trouble
Lending standards are getting tougher which could lead to financial pressures for fashion firms and retailers…
Authentic Brands to Acquire Quiksilver and Billabong Parent
The deal would add Boardriders brands including Quiksilver, Roxy and Billabong to the brand manager's growing…
Next’s Cath Kidston Deal Drives Up UK Retail Job Drain
Job cuts, takeovers, and wheeling and dealing are shifting Britain's retail landscape.
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Carlos Alberini Talks Growth Strategies at Guess
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Hunter Boot Isn’t the Only Brand Authentic Wants to Get its Hands on
The Reebok and Juicy owner is looking at different ways to grow its portfolio.
Japanese Logistics Firm Gains US Port Stronghold with 3PL Acquisition
Yusen Logistics acquired N.J.-based Taylored Services, which operates most of its 11 distribution centers…
Expert Says Dick’s Moosejaw Deal a ‘Win/Win’ for Outdoor Industry
Dick's Sporting Goods acquires Moosejaw.com from Walmart to grow its outdoor business, as the discounter…
Frasers Backs Off From Hip-Hop Hat Brand
Frasers sells stake in streetwear firm Kangol, Yours Clothing parent buys M&Co, Nicholas Kirkwood closes…
Lenders Gain Control of Homewares, Fashion Chain Matalan
When lenders take over Matalan, founder John Hargreaves loses equity in the retailer and 68 million pounds in…
‘Expect High Street Casualties’ in UK Retail
Flagging footfall and fading holiday sales didn't stop a luxury reseller from nabbing a rival while Frasers…
Victoria’s Secret Officially Owns Adore Me
It's the latest leap forward in the company's ongoing makeover.
What Contemporary Retailer Is Prepping for a Sale?
Fashion brand Vince, which sold its Rebecca Taylor IP assets last week, is said to be exploring options…
Strikes Railroad Retail Footfall
Also across the pond, Skechers opened an Irish flagship store and Matalan has attracted four bidders.
From VF to Lanvin to L Catterton, What’s Happening in Retail Right Now
The three companies are making moves—or thinking about it, at least.