With supply chains overwhelmed and inclement weather across the Country, delivery delays have some waiting on gifts. Carol VencilDecember 24, 20202020
With the last holiday shopping weekend, shippers are behind and are placing shipping restrictions, meaning returns may increase and retail’s winners and losers will take time to gauge. Carol VencilDecember 18, 20202020
With "back to business" strategies developing for a post vaccine world, M&A led the way as retailers and brands jockey for a new normal. Carol VencilDecember 4, 20202020
The holidays are approaching...deal activity and earnings remain robust. Carol VencilNovember 20, 20202020
Supreme found a new home and it only cost VF Corporation $2.3 billion. This buzz-worthy transaction signals strength and confidence for future M&A deals. Carol VencilNovember 13, 20202020
In a landmark deal, FARFETCH announced a $1.15 billion raise, which includes a joint venture with Alibaba Group and Richemont with additional investment from Artemis (Kering’s owner). Carol VencilNovember 6, 20202020
All it took was a $400 million re-trade for Tiffany & Co. and LVMH to make up and make a deal. Everyone will win in this one – the consumer included. Carol VencilOctober 30, 20202020
The M&A market is warming up, as buyers alongside capital providers, seek growth, stability and new capabilities. Carol VencilOctober 23, 20202020
The first theme of this week is capital continues to support new beginnings. Carol VencilOctober 16, 20202020
Rapidly evolving consumer preferences continue to drive deals in the space. Capital is available to support companies that meet and anticipate change. Carol VencilOctober 9, 20202020
As we enter Q4, the focus is on getting through 2020 and setting the agenda for the future. Despite US consumer confidence levels up significantly in September, there is still a lot of uncertainty. Carol VencilOctober 2, 20202020
As the seasons change, capital continues to go to resilient businesses or those salvageable companies at risk. Carol VencilSeptember 18, 20202020
It’s all about having a resilient business plan these days for deals to get done. Capital is being invested in businesses that can thrive during, and after, the pandemic. Carol VencilSeptember 4, 20202020
It was a busy end to August! Tiffany & Co. and LVMH announced a three-month pause on finalizing its acquisition...a global pandemic can do that to a deal. Carol VencilAugust 28, 20202020
Kicking off the week, General Atlantic made a stellar investment in Gymshark, acquiring a 21% interest at a $1.3 billion valuation. Carol VencilAugust 21, 20202020
We are going to start this week out with some positive news for a change...Zalando SE, REVOLVE and Farfetch (still losing money) all posted strong quarterly results. Carol VencilAugust 14, 20202020
