Mergers & Acquisitions

Capital drives fashion, and corporate transactions reshape its global map. Investment funds, international groups and regional operators are constantly engaged in acquisitions, mergers and alliances that redefine the business season after season. Mergers & Acquisitions tracks and analyzes the most relevant deals across the global fashion industry, highlighting trends, key players and the most active regions in the sector’s ongoing consolidation.

Saks Global Plans $1 Billion Stake Sale in Bergdorf Goodman

In a bid to ease its debt burden, the luxury retailer is on the lookout for an investor to acquire 49% of Bergdorf Goodman, valued at $1 billion, following its recent Neiman Marcus acquisition.

Adidas-Puma Merger: A Game-Changer for the Athletic World?

A potential merger could create the largest sneaker portfolio in the market, with the category having become a driving force in sports. Adidas would contribute icons like the Gazelle and Superstar, while Puma would bring the Suede and Speedcat to the table.

Maxum Joins Forces with Nextil in Guatemala, Aiming for $175 Million Business in Five Years

Spanish Group Secures Agreement with U.S. Company for Textile Production, Setting Sights on $175 Million in Five Years After Closing Nextil’s Production Plants in Portugal.

VF Corporation Sells Dickies to Bluestar Alliance for $600 Million

The American conglomerate is parting ways with one of its brands, acquired in 2017, as it aims to further reduce its debt. The deal is anticipated to secure regulatory approval by year-end.

The French children’s fashion brand has transitioned from Groupe Rocher to Regent, following an extensive period of restructuring and cost management. In 2024, it generated a revenue of 250 million euros.

British retail chain acquired by Gordon Brothers last June, preceding the announcement of 68 store closures in a UK High Court-approved restructuring plan.

Tom Allsworth, co-founder of Revolution Beauty, takes the helm of the cosmetics company as it continues to search for a buyer, following its announcement in May.

The American clothing rental company is set to hand over 86% of its equity to investors in a move to slash some of the debt burden lingering on its balance sheet since the pandemic hit.

The Danish company, keeping the specifics of the investment under wraps, is optimistic that the funds will drive the German company’s aim to launch a small-scale plant by 2026.

The Canadian firm has completed the acquisition of Hanesbrands, a U.S. distributor, in a transaction valued at $4.4 billion, inclusive of the company’s debt obligations.

The American conglomerate is set to finalize the sale of its footwear brand Stuart Weitzman to a fellow shoe group, in a deal announced in February and valued at $105 million.

Amid financial woes, maternity fashion brand Seraphine finds a lifeline as a British fashion distributor steps in. The company has appointed two new administrators and temporarily halted online activities ahead of its relaunch.

The Italian company specialized in men’s fashion will receive $126.4 million in exchange for the sale of 14.1 million shares to the Temasek investment group, following the fall in results since 2024.

The cosmetics and accessories brand is set to expand its retail footprint in the United States and boost its digital presence on platforms like TikTok Shop. In Mexico, the brand will increase its reach by entering Ulta Beauty.

Securing 67.91% of the company, the Emirati fund takes the helm. The group’s strategy to double EBITDA includes guiding Tendam through new mergers and acquisitions for brand and category expansion.

The powerhouse behind Ray-Ban and Oakley expands its reach with the acquisition of an R&D unit, a materials production facility, and a sales office in South Korea, aiming to enhance formulations and manufacturing.

The specialized spinning group wants to boost its footwear business over the next few years, a strategy that includes the purchase of the high-tech soles supplier. The transaction is still pending completion.

Merchandising continues to set the pace for the global fashion industry. To continue growing, to finance its expansion or to save itself from the red numbers are the main reasons that the sector wields.

Mark Zuckerberg’s company had been considering taking this step since last year, shortly after the launch of a second edition of Ray-Ban Meta glasses, smart wearables that broke sales records.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Saks Global Plans $1 Billion Stake Sale in Bergdorf Goodman

By Modaes

22 sep 2025 - 07:13

Adidas-Puma Merger: A Game-Changer for the Athletic World?

By Pilar Riaño

18 sep 2025 - 05:00

Maxum Joins Forces with Nextil in Guatemala, Aiming for $175 Million Business in Five Years

By Modaes

16 sep 2025 - 07:39

VF Corp. Sells Dickies to Bluestar Alliance for $600M

By Modaes

15 sep 2025 - 13:52

Regent Takes Ownership of Petit Bateau

By Modaes

4 sep 2025 - 07:55

Poundland to Shutter 68 Stores Amid Restructuring Post-Gordon Brothers Acquisition

By Modaes

27 ago 2025 - 07:10

Revolution Beauty Plots $15 Million Capital Boost and Cofounder’s Comeback

By Modaes

22 ago 2025 - 17:00

Rent The Runway Offloads $240M Debt by Ceding Majority Ownership

By Modaes

21 ago 2025 - 13:33

Bestseller Takes Stake in Germany’s Matterr, a Recycled Polyester Innovator

By Modaes

21 ago 2025 - 13:09

Gildan Activewear Closes $2.2 Billion Acquisition of Hanesbrands

By Modaes

13 ago 2025 - 14:31

Tapestry Closes Deal: Stuart Weitzman Sold to Caleres

By Modaes

5 ago 2025 - 06:01

Next Acquires Seraphine for £600,000: A New Chapter in Maternity Fashion

By Modaes

4 ago 2025 - 07:33

Ermenegildo Zegna Transfers 10% Ownership to Temasek

By Modaes

29 jul 2025 - 15:06

Mexican Brand Sarelly Sarelly Secures $3 Million for Expansion

By Modaes

24 jul 2025 - 07:32

Multiply Group Bolsters Fashion Holdings With Acquisition of Spanish Tendam

By Modaes

23 jul 2025 - 15:24

EssilorLuxottica Expands Portfolio with Acquisition of Pucore’s Lens Materials Division

By Modaes

21 jul 2025 - 14:35

Coats Expands Footwear Division with $770 Million OrthoLite Acquisition

By Modaes

18 jul 2025 - 07:00

The Fashion Oasis: M&A Defies Trends with Unprecedented Q2 Performance

By Irene Juárez

11 jul 2025 - 05:00

Meta Acquires 3% Stake in Essilor Luxottica for €3 Billion

By Modaes

9 jul 2025 - 11:09