Inside Retail

JUNE 22, 2023

However, most discretionary categories have dropped significantly compared to 2022. Regarding his own businesses, Brookes is reducing profitability expectations over the next 12 months, and focusing on investments in acquisitions and new stores, as well as pricing and marketing strategies.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Big changes all around The retail playing field also underwent major changes in 2023, with multiple acquisitions and mergers. In August, global private equity firm Advent International acquired a majority stake in designer dress label Zimmermann, reportedly for well over $1 billion. Other sectors were also busy.

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Inside Retail

JULY 29, 2021

We spoke with LK Group’s Larry Kestelman about his recent acquisition of Brand Collective and what kinds of retail brands he’s looking to acquire next. IR: So when it comes to future acquisitions, are you more interested in brands and business with portfolios of brands, rather than a multi-brand retail business?

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