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Nestlé Rules Out Raising Stake in L'Oréal, Opening Door to Sale

Last week, the French cosmetics company's chief executive said that it’s ready to buy the stake and has the resources to do it.

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Nestlé Rules Out Raising Stake in L'Oréal, Opening Door to Sale

Last week, the French cosmetics company's chief executive said that it’s ready to buy the stake and has the resources to do it.


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Mayhoola, Fosun Vie for Control of French Fashion Label Lanvin

Lanvin said in early November that Shaw-Lan Wang would put more money into the business by the end of 2017, but the cash injection never materialised.

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Mayhoola, Fosun Vie for Control of French Fashion Label Lanvin

Lanvin said in early November that Shaw-Lan Wang would put more money into the business by the end of 2017, but the cash injection never materialised.


China

Shandong Ruyi Buys Swiss Luxury Brand Bally

The Chinese clothing and textile giant, which already controls Gieves & Hawkes, Sandro and Maje, has purchased a majority stake in the Swiss clothing and leather-goods brand.

China

Shandong Ruyi Buys Swiss Luxury Brand Bally

The Chinese clothing and textile giant, which already controls Gieves & Hawkes, Sandro and Maje, has purchased a majority stake in the Swiss clothing and leather-goods brand.


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Report: Walmart in Talks to Spend Billions for Flipkart Stake

The world’s biggest retailer would invest in Flipkart as part of a proposed deal that would increase the startup’s valuation as high as $20 billion, according to a person familiar with the matter.

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Report: Walmart in Talks to Spend Billions for Flipkart Stake

The world’s biggest retailer would invest in Flipkart as part of a proposed deal that would increase the startup’s valuation as high as $20 billion, according to a person familiar with the matter.


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Op-Ed | Why Michael Kors and Tapestry Should Hold Fire on M&A

The two companies want to turn themselves into luxury powerhouses, but they shouldn't let impatience steer them.

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Op-Ed | Why Michael Kors and Tapestry Should Hold Fire on M&A

The two companies want to turn themselves into luxury powerhouses, but they shouldn't let impatience steer them.


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Carrefour Shares Rise After Investment in Showroomprive

Europe's largest supermarket retailer agreed to buy 17 percent of online fashion retailer Showroomprive.com for €79 million.

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Carrefour Shares Rise After Investment in Showroomprive

Europe's largest supermarket retailer agreed to buy 17 percent of online fashion retailer Showroomprive.com for €79 million.


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French Watchdog Clears Galeries Lafayette's Buy of La Redoute

It is hoped the deal will accelerate the department store chain's digital expansion as it looks to better compete with online retail giants such as Amazon.

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French Watchdog Clears Galeries Lafayette's Buy of La Redoute

It is hoped the deal will accelerate the department store chain's digital expansion as it looks to better compete with online retail giants such as Amazon.


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China's Ruyi Is Said to Be Leading Bidder for Bally

The Chinese textile producer has a controlling stake in the owner of British bespoke suit maker Gieves & Hawkes and has already acquired SMCP and British trenchcoat maker Aquascutum.

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China's Ruyi Is Said to Be Leading Bidder for Bally

The Chinese textile producer has a controlling stake in the owner of British bespoke suit maker Gieves & Hawkes and has already acquired SMCP and British trenchcoat maker Aquascutum.


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China's Fosun in Exclusive Talks to Buy La Perla

The luxury lingerie group posted sales of 140 million euros ($166 million) this year.

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China's Fosun in Exclusive Talks to Buy La Perla

The luxury lingerie group posted sales of 140 million euros ($166 million) this year.


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Unilever Acquires Sundial Brands

The acquisition of Sundial Brands — which makes brands such as SheaMoisture and Nyakio — will see the consumer-goods company expand its offering of hair and skincare products aimed at black women.

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Unilever Acquires Sundial Brands

The acquisition of Sundial Brands — which makes brands such as SheaMoisture and Nyakio — will see the consumer-goods company expand its offering of hair and skincare products aimed at black women.


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LVMH Buys Majority Stake in Napa Valley's Colgin Vineyard

Founded in 1992, Colgin Cellars specialises in red wines, many of which have achieved top marks from well-regarded critics such as Robert Parker.

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LVMH Buys Majority Stake in Napa Valley's Colgin Vineyard

Founded in 1992, Colgin Cellars specialises in red wines, many of which have achieved top marks from well-regarded critics such as Robert Parker.


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Retailer Auchan Says It Has Not Been Approached by Amazon in Europe

The French retailer said it had not been approached by the e-commerce giant about deals or partnerships in Europe, with speculation still rife that Amazon may be eyeing European transactions.

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Retailer Auchan Says It Has Not Been Approached by Amazon in Europe

The French retailer said it had not been approached by the e-commerce giant about deals or partnerships in Europe, with speculation still rife that Amazon may be eyeing European transactions.