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Report: Walmart Likely to Announce Flipkart Deal Before End of Week

Walmart and Google parent Alphabet Inc will buy up to 75 percent of Flipkart, say sources.

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Report: Walmart Likely to Announce Flipkart Deal Before End of Week

Walmart and Google parent Alphabet Inc will buy up to 75 percent of Flipkart, say sources.


News & Analysis

Report: Flipkart Board Said to Approve $15 Billion Deal With Walmart

That deal would seal a Walmart triumph over Amazon.com, which has been trying to take control of Flipkart with a competing offer.

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Report: Flipkart Board Said to Approve $15 Billion Deal With Walmart

That deal would seal a Walmart triumph over Amazon.com, which has been trying to take control of Flipkart with a competing offer.


News & Analysis

L'Oréal Acquires South Korean Cosmetics Firm Nanda

The giant's first Korean beauty brand purchase comes as foreign cosmetic industry leaders jostle for a slice of one of the world's most innovative beauty markets.

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L'Oréal Acquires South Korean Cosmetics Firm Nanda

The giant's first Korean beauty brand purchase comes as foreign cosmetic industry leaders jostle for a slice of one of the world's most innovative beauty markets.


News & Analysis

Macy’s Acquires Story

BoF can exclusively reveal that Macy’s, Inc is buying concept store Story. Founder Rachel Shechtman will join the American department store chain as its first brand experience officer.

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Macy’s Acquires Story

BoF can exclusively reveal that Macy’s, Inc is buying concept store Story. Founder Rachel Shechtman will join the American department store chain as its first brand experience officer.


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Report: Amazon Offers to Buy 60 Percent Stake in Flipkart

The bid is likely to be on par with Walmart Inc's bid for the Indian e-commerce company, CNBC-TV18 reported, citing sources.

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Report: Amazon Offers to Buy 60 Percent Stake in Flipkart

The bid is likely to be on par with Walmart Inc's bid for the Indian e-commerce company, CNBC-TV18 reported, citing sources.


News & Analysis

Birchbox Has Sold Majority Ownership to One of Its Hedge Fund Investors After Sale Talks With QVC Fell Through

"Viking Global has acquired a majority stake in the beauty startup after agreeing to invest around $15 million of new cash into the business."

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Birchbox Has Sold Majority Ownership to One of Its Hedge Fund Investors After Sale Talks With QVC Fell Through

"Viking Global has acquired a majority stake in the beauty startup after agreeing to invest around $15 million of new cash into the business."


Financial Markets

The Top 10 M&A Targets in Activewear

Emerging activewear brands are on the rise as consumers look beyond ubiquitous sportswear giants. BoF identifies the top acquisition targets in the space.

Financial Markets

The Top 10 M&A Targets in Activewear

Emerging activewear brands are on the rise as consumers look beyond ubiquitous sportswear giants. BoF identifies the top acquisition targets in the space.


News & Analysis

Walmart Is Close to $12 Billion-Plus Deal for Flipkart

The deal, if completed, will give Walmart a substantial foothold in an emerging market of 1.3 billion people.

News & Analysis

Walmart Is Close to $12 Billion-Plus Deal for Flipkart

The deal, if completed, will give Walmart a substantial foothold in an emerging market of 1.3 billion people.


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Report: L'Oréal Preferred Bidder for Stake in K-Beauty Firm Nanda

The French cosmetics group has been picked as the preferred bidder to buy 70 percent of South Korean fashion and cosmetics firm Nanda, in a deal estimated at $375 million, according to sources.

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Report: L'Oréal Preferred Bidder for Stake in K-Beauty Firm Nanda

The French cosmetics group has been picked as the preferred bidder to buy 70 percent of South Korean fashion and cosmetics firm Nanda, in a deal estimated at $375 million, according to sources.


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Ssense Shuts Down Polyvore, Sparking Outrage Among Fans

Members of Polyvore’s online community say they’re distraught after new owner Ssense shut down the site and its fashion 'mood boards' with little notice.

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Ssense Shuts Down Polyvore, Sparking Outrage Among Fans

Members of Polyvore’s online community say they’re distraught after new owner Ssense shut down the site and its fashion 'mood boards' with little notice.


Luxury

Dolce and Gabbana Speak on Succession Plan

Founders Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana have rejected all acquisition offers for their label, instead creating a trust to safeguard the future of the brand.

Luxury

Dolce and Gabbana Speak on Succession Plan

Founders Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana have rejected all acquisition offers for their label, instead creating a trust to safeguard the future of the brand.


News & Analysis

Amazon May Rival Walmart Effort for Flipkart Control

Amazon has held early exploratory discussions to buy Flipkart, but sources said a deal with Walmart is more likely to go through.

News & Analysis

Amazon May Rival Walmart Effort for Flipkart Control

Amazon has held early exploratory discussions to buy Flipkart, but sources said a deal with Walmart is more likely to go through.