mergers-acquisitions

Hit hard by President Trump’s trade war and volatile markets, some publicly traded retailers are increasingly considering offers to sell to private equity.

Dick’s Sporting Goods’ acquisition of Foot Locker will have impacts on the rest of the industry, from brands such as Nike and Adidas to rival retailers like JD Sports.

Dick’s Sporting Goods’ surprise purchase of Foot Locker sets it up to be a major new player in the global sneaker market — if it can execute on its vision.

The German e-tailer’s ability to outperform a broader luxury slump was challenged by uncertainty in the US in its fiscal quarter that ended in March — a minor setback as it seeks to become a leader in online luxury.

The two digitally-native brands will sell their products across both sites as the combined company aims to reach $100 million in annual sales in the next three to five years.

The comfort sneaker brand’s $63-per-share acquisition by the Brazilian private equity firm 3G shocked both the fashion and financial worlds.

The deal marks Dame’s second acquisition in the last year as the $125 vibrator seller seeks to grow market share in the sexual wellness sector.

Employees at Boots are fearful of what Sycamore Partners’ takeover of Walgreens Boots Alliance means for the future of the UK-based chemist, The Guardian reports.