Latest Corporate and M&A – Page 4
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News briefsSpinnova ends joint venture, takes over Woodspin
The Finnish fiber innovator acquires full control of Woodspin and related assets from former joint venture partner Suzano.
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News briefsAnta and Musinsa form joint venture in China
Chinese sportswear giant Anta and Korean fashion platform Musinsa have agreed to launch a joint venture targeting Greater China.
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News briefsKlarna attempts another IPO, aiming for a valuation of up to $14bn
The Swedish payment service provider had put its IPO plans on hold in April due to Trump’s new tariffs, but sources indicate that it will now proceed.
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News briefsDick’s extends exchange offer deadline for notes
The sporting goods retailer has extended its exchange offer for Foot Locker’s senior notes ahead of the planned merger closing.
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News briefsDick’s-Foot Locker merger clears final hurdles
The US retailers move closer to finalizing their merger after receiving antitrust clearance and setting a shareholder election deadline.
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News briefs49ers running back McCaffrey joins While on earth
The NFL player has joined the young US-based performance brand as co-founder and investor to help shape its next growth phase.
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News briefsNovak Djokovic invests in Incrediwear
The company specializes in bioactive infrared fabric technology.
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ArticlePinault reportedly exploring Puma stake sale
Speculation mounts over a potential divestment of a significant stake in the German sportswear brand, but no official statement has been issued.
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ArticleFoot Locker shareholders approve merger with Dick’s Sporting Goods
The investors of the major US shoe retailer voted in favor of a takeover by Dick’s Sporting Goods at a special meeting on Aug. 22.
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News briefsNew Wave finalizes Cotton Classics acquisition
The Swedish brand group has completed its €47.6m purchase of the Austrian textile wholesaler, strengthening its position in European B2B markets.
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ArticleNBA approves record $6.1bn sale of Boston Celtics
The Boston Celtics will change hands in a record-breaking deal as Bill Chisholm’s consortium takes majority control, with full ownership expected by 2028.
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News briefsIntersport Spain liquidating
Banks and creditors having declined to approve its restructuring plan, Intersport Spain has been ordered by the court in Barcelona to enter liquidation, as Palco23 reports. The company – consisting of Intersport S.L., Intersport Retail One and Intersport CCS – filed for insolvency in February. Among the elements of the ...
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ArticleGildan, HanesBrands to merge, if shareholders approve
Gildan seeks to acquire HanesBrands and hopes to achieve cost synergies worth $200m three years out.
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ArticleAnta-Reebok: Strategic fit or speculation? What we know so far
Rumors of Reebok’s potential acquisition by China’s Anta Sports are gaining momentum. We have summarized the most important points.
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News briefsKatjes to acquire majority stake in Bogner
Katjes International has signed an agreement to acquire a 60% stake in German premium apparel brand Willy Bogner.
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News briefsMacron invests €15m in new HQ building
Construction is expected to be completed in 2026.
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ArticleHow to meet HR challenges during massive expansion
Running Conseil discusses how it overcomes HR barriers during a large-scale store expansion.
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News briefsAntitrust review period extended for Foot Locker - Dick’s partnership
Foot Locker and Dick’s Sporting Goods have agreed to voluntarily extend the waiting period to their proposed strategic partnership.
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News briefsRouvy acquires Bkool to expand indoor cycling business
Czech-based indoor cycling platform Rouvy announced the acquisition of Bkool for an undisclosed amount.