Consumer & Retail
M&A has always been a big part of a consumer and retail company’s growth strategy. However, as competition gets tighter and demand for more purpose-driven brands increases, companies come to us not just for scale, but also to reshape their portfolios for a more customer-focused strategy. Whether you’re selling or buying a business, our deep expertise in M&A, growth equity and ECM, debt advisory and corporate finance services as well as our established relationships in everything from e-commerce to innovative logistics will guide you toward success in closing the best deals.
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Piletilevi Group has acquired an equity interest in GoOut
The founders of GoOut have sold 80% of the company to Piletilevi Group.
Learn moreWOOD SPAC One has successfully executed a business combination with Footshop
WOOD SPAC One (WSO) has successfully executed a business combination with Footshop, a leading online retailer of premium streetwear in the CEE region.The business combination enables Footshop to accelerate its growth strategy with a total capital contribution of US$20 million. US$8 million was used to partially buy out the current shareholders. The transaction met all the investment criteria.
Learn moreFAST Group has been acquired by a consortium
The shareholders of FAST Group have sold the company to a consortium-backed by EC Investments, PPF and Rockaway Capital.
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Peter Hajduček
Founder, CEO and majority owner of Footshop
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Reshaping industries: M&A highlights and strategic vision
QUARTERLY M&A ACTIVITY: The second quarter of 2024 marked a dynamic period for Oaklins with 62 closed transactions. This activity underscores the adaptability of various industries to evolving market conditions and strategic imperatives.
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