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News & Analysis

Potential Buyers Circle Matchesfashion

A number of prominent investment funds are preparing bids that could value the luxury fashion retailer at more than £600 million, according to a new report.

News & Analysis

Potential Buyers Circle Matchesfashion

A number of prominent investment funds are preparing bids that could value the luxury fashion retailer at more than £600 million, according to a new report.


China

Shenzhen Ellassay Fashion Acquires Vivienne Tam’s Brand Rights in China

The Chinese fashion and apparel company, which acquired French brand Iro in March, is aiming to become a high-end fashion group.

China

Shenzhen Ellassay Fashion Acquires Vivienne Tam’s Brand Rights in China

The Chinese fashion and apparel company, which acquired French brand Iro in March, is aiming to become a high-end fashion group.


News & Analysis

Stone Island Sells 30% Stake to Temasek

The investment from Singapore-based Temasek, for an undisclosed sum, will support the Stone Island brand's global expansion.

News & Analysis

Stone Island Sells 30% Stake to Temasek

The investment from Singapore-based Temasek, for an undisclosed sum, will support the Stone Island brand's global expansion.


News & Analysis

Marquee Brands Acquires BCBG Max Azria for $108 Million

The acquisition of the BCBGMAXAZRIA, BCBGeneration and Herve Leger brands — for an undisclosed sum — comes after the group filed for bankruptcy in March.

News & Analysis

Marquee Brands Acquires BCBG Max Azria for $108 Million

The acquisition of the BCBGMAXAZRIA, BCBGeneration and Herve Leger brands — for an undisclosed sum — comes after the group filed for bankruptcy in March.


News & Analysis

Snapdeal Rejects Flipkart Takeover Offer

The e-commerce firm said it was ending all talks regarding a sale Flipkart and would remain independent, ending months of negotiations around the deal valued at up to $950 million.

News & Analysis

Snapdeal Rejects Flipkart Takeover Offer

The e-commerce firm said it was ending all talks regarding a sale Flipkart and would remain independent, ending months of negotiations around the deal valued at up to $950 million.


Luxury

Can Anyone Really Build an American LVMH?

Both Coach Inc. and Michael Kors have signalled their ambitions to build a homegrown version of the European luxury conglomerate. Can they succeed where others have failed?

Luxury

Can Anyone Really Build an American LVMH?

Both Coach Inc. and Michael Kors have signalled their ambitions to build a homegrown version of the European luxury conglomerate. Can they succeed where others have failed?


Retail

Report: Nordstrom Family Offers Preferential Terms to Clinch Buyout Partner

The family's decision to offer concessions underscores the apprehension of investors over leveraged buyouts of department store chains like peer Neiman Marcus Group.

Retail

Report: Nordstrom Family Offers Preferential Terms to Clinch Buyout Partner

The family's decision to offer concessions underscores the apprehension of investors over leveraged buyouts of department store chains like peer Neiman Marcus Group.


News & Analysis

Is Matchesfashion Readying for a Sale?

The luxury fashion retailer, which reported revenue of £204 million in 2016, is seeking advisors to manage a sale, BoF has learned.

News & Analysis

Is Matchesfashion Readying for a Sale?

The luxury fashion retailer, which reported revenue of £204 million in 2016, is seeking advisors to manage a sale, BoF has learned.


Luxury

Dissecting the Jimmy Choo Michael Kors Deal

What does Michael Kors’ $1.2 billion acquisition of Jimmy Choo mean for the high-end shoemaker and the accessible luxury giant?

Luxury

Dissecting the Jimmy Choo Michael Kors Deal

What does Michael Kors’ $1.2 billion acquisition of Jimmy Choo mean for the high-end shoemaker and the accessible luxury giant?


News & Analysis

Michael Kors to Buy Jimmy Choo for $1.2 Billion

Michael Kors was among several companies in the running to acquire the luxury accessories brand from JAB Luxury, including Interparfums and CVC Capital Partners.

News & Analysis

Michael Kors to Buy Jimmy Choo for $1.2 Billion

Michael Kors was among several companies in the running to acquire the luxury accessories brand from JAB Luxury, including Interparfums and CVC Capital Partners.


Luxury

Report: South Africa's Taste Holdings Halts Sale of Hard Luxury Arm

The company has suspended the auction of its jewellery and high-end watches business after failing to find a buyer willing to pay their $31 million asking price.

Luxury

Report: South Africa's Taste Holdings Halts Sale of Hard Luxury Arm

The company has suspended the auction of its jewellery and high-end watches business after failing to find a buyer willing to pay their $31 million asking price.


Retail

Why Fashion M&A Is Hard to Pull Off

Abercrombie & Fitch became the latest to demonstrate this on Monday, ending talks about a potential sale after failing to agree terms with potential suitors.

Retail

Why Fashion M&A Is Hard to Pull Off

Abercrombie & Fitch became the latest to demonstrate this on Monday, ending talks about a potential sale after failing to agree terms with potential suitors.