Authentic Brands Group

Authentic Brands Stays Private With PE Deal
M&A

Authentic Brands Stays Private With PE Deal

The brand developer is selling "significant" stakes to two private-equity firms and shelving its plans for an IPO.
By Matthew Heller | November 22, 2021
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Adidas Sells Reebok to Authentic Brands
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Adidas Sells Reebok to Authentic Brands

Adidas restored Reebok to profitability but "was far less successful in building a brand that was able to capture the hearts and minds of consumers."
By Matthew Heller | August 12, 2021
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Aeropostale, Forever 21 Owner Authentic Brands Exploring IPO
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Aeropostale, Forever 21 Owner Authentic Brands Exploring IPO

Over the past several years, Authentic Brands has scooped up brands on the verge of bankruptcy.
By Vincent Ryan | May 25, 2021
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Authentic Brands Declares Victory In Barneys Auction; Rivals Don’t Concede
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Authentic Brands Declares Victory In Barneys Auction; Rivals Don’t Concede

“Barneys is continuing to work towards a value-maximizing going-concern transaction," said a spokesperson.
By Vincent Ryan | October 25, 2019
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BlackRock Buys 30% Stake in Owner of Sports Illustrated, Nautica
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BlackRock Buys 30% Stake in Owner of Sports Illustrated, Nautica

The deal values the brand management company at about $4 billion.
By Lauren Muskett | August 12, 2019
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Frederick’s Stripping Down to E-Commerce
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Frederick’s Stripping Down to E-Commerce

The lingerie retail chain files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy for the second time since 2000.
By Matthew Heller | April 22, 2015
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