All M&A articles
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News briefsOlin, Huntsman clear SEC merger milestone
The SEC has declared effective Olin’s registration statement for its planned merger with Huntsman, with shareholder votes scheduled for Aug. 25.
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News briefsSpanish regulator clears Decathlon’s Intersport asset deal
Spain’s competition authority has conditionally approved Decathlon’s acquisition of 18 Intersport assets, subject to measures aimed at preserving competition in Tenerife.
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News briefsGerman regulator clears Dutech’s Accell takeover
Germany’s competition authority has approved the Singapore-based industrial group’s planned takeover of the Dutch bicycle manufacturer.
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ArticleRevolutionRace acquires majority stake in ICANIWILL
The Swedish outdoor DTC brand has made its first acquisition, adding training apparel specialist ICIW to broaden its portfolio and M&A strategy.
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News briefsHeritage Outdoor Group acquires Badlands
The US-based holding company has acquired hunting brand Badlands from W. C. Bradley Co., adding another established outdoor label to its growing portfolio.
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ArticleDecathlon Pulse, BA Capital invest in Brompton
The folding bike brand has welcomed Decathlon’s investment and innovation subsidiary and a Chinese venture capital firm as minority shareholders, aiming to accelerate international growth while maintaining its independence and brand identity.
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ArticleOlin and Huntsman agree merger of equals
Two major US chemical producers plan to combine in an all-stock deal valued at more than $12 billion in annual revenue.
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ArticleKontoor sells Lee to Authentic in portfolio reset
Kontoor Brands is selling Lee to Authentic Brands Group in a deal worth up to $1bn, sharpening its focus on Wrangler and Helly Hansen as the company shifts toward higher-growth outdoor, workwear and lifestyle categories.
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ArticleGSI Outdoors returns to founder ownership
More than four years after selling the company to Pelican International, GSI Outdoors’ original founders have taken back ownership of the cookware and camp kitchen specialist.
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ArticleWeSports deepens control in winter sports and bike leasing
The Nordic sports retail and brand group increased its stakes in SkiCom and Bikelease while reporting record first-quarter growth.
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ArticleOutdoor Retailer owner set for Apollo takeover ahead of Minneapolis relaunch
Just months before OR’s high-stakes move to Minneapolis, owner Emerald is set to be acquired by Apollo and merged with Questex in a major trade show industry deal.
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ArticlePidigi acquires Sympatex assets
Italian supplier Pidigi will continue the Sympatex business following the membrane specialist’s insolvency proceedings.
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News briefsThule acquires Curli to expand dog category
The Swedish outdoor company is expanding its dog transportation category through the acquisition of a premium harness brand active in around 60 countries.
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News briefsWorldly acquires Bendi for AI traceability
The sustainability data platform has acquired a UK-based specialist to strengthen deep-tier supplier visibility and compliance capabilities.
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News briefsGiant UK rescues Cycle Revolution
Giant UK has acquired the three-store Thomas’s Cycle Revolution chain out of administration, preserving jobs and expanding its retail footprint in eastern England.
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News briefsSafilo in talks to acquire Spy+ and Serengeti from Bollé Brands
Safilo is in exclusive negotiations to acquire Spy+ and Serengeti, a move that would strengthen its sport and premium eyewear positioning while accelerating its shift toward owned brands.
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ArticleChinese travel platform takes minority stake in Haglöfs
A new partnership links Haglöfs with one of China’s leading travel platforms to accelerate growth in a key outdoor market.
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ArticleBackcountry launches brand incubator with first acquisition
The US outdoor retailer has launched its Garage innovation platform and acquired Coalatree as its first partner brand to support emerging outdoor companies.
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ArticleNorwegian Sports Group expands with two acquisitions
Norwegian Sports Group strengthens its outdoor portfolio with two acquisitions focused on heritage brands and growth.
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News briefsIntersport Austria completes Slovenia acquisition
Intersport Austria completes takeover of the Slovenian group, expanding its reach across Southeast Europe.
