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Marcolin acquired by California-based Vsp Vision

Vsp Vision has signed a definitive agreement for the acquisition of Marcolin from private equity firm Pai Partners and other minority shareholders. The acquisition of Marcolin represents a significant investment in the sector by the California-based Vsp Vision. The company stated that this will allow it to offer even more value to its...

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PAI Partners acquires haircare platform Beautynova

Beautynova, the professional haircare platform, has been acquired by private equity firm PAI Partners from Bluegem Capital Partners for an undisclosed amount. In a statement, PAI Partners said the acquisition would be through its fund dedicated to mid-market opportunities and that upon competition, PAI would be the majority shareholder owning a...

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Carlyle to buy Dutch lingerie brand Hunkemöller

Carlyle has confirmed that it is buying Dutch lingerie brand Hunkemöller from its private equity owners, PAI Partners, following up its fashion investment in luxury brands Moncler and Italian retailer Twin Set. The European-focused upper-mid market buyout fund didn’t disclose the terms of the transaction, but a source has been quoted across the...

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The race for Hunkemöller continues with 3 new contestants

The race to take over Dutch lingerie giant Hunkemöller continues, in spite of industry speculation earlier last month claiming US private equity firm Sycamore Partners was close to sealing the deal. Three candidates are said to be interested in acquiring the lingerie brand, and Sycamore is not among them according to an interview with Hunkemö...