MARCHON EYEWEAR acquired by VSP VISION

LVMH acquired an 80% controlling majority stake in Rimowa from Dieter Morszeck in a highly strategic, friendly transaction. The deal was structured via a definitive share purchase agreement under which the French luxury conglomerate took full control of the corporate equity, while the remaining 20% stake was retained by Dieter Morszeck, who stayed on as an equity partner and co-managing director. Upon finalization of the transaction, Alexandre Arnault was appointed co-managing director to lead the integration alongside the founding family. The transaction immediately integrated Rimowa into LVMH's institutional framework as its first German luxury house, combining the manufacturer's exceptional engineering heritage with LVMH's global marketing engine and downstream retail infrastructure, while positioning the brand to capture long-term international expansion under new generational leadership.

G-III Apparel Group acquired 100% of Donna Karan International from LVMH in a highly significant and transformational corporate transaction. The deal was structured via a definitive stock purchase agreement that combined cash, high-leverage institutional debt facilities, and vendor financing mechanisms. To execute the acquisition, G-III secured major financing commitments from Barclays and JPMorgan Chase. The purchase price was funded via a multifaceted capital structure consisting of senior bank debt, a $75 million seller’s note (vendor loan) extended by LVMH over a 6.5-year term, and $75 million in newly issued G-III common stock delivered directly to the French conglomerate. The transaction immediately transitioned the American fashion house into G-III's industrialized distribution matrix, allowing LVMH to successfully offload a non-core asset while granting G-III a critical, high-equity global "power brand" to achieve unmatched operational scale, diversify its product portfolio, and capture long-term retail volume expansion across the premium consumer market.

The acquisition of Roberto Cavalli by Clessidra SGR and its co-investors marks a significant transaction in the luxury fashion industry. The deal is driven by a strategic rationale to support the growth and development of Roberto Cavalli, leveraging the resources and expertise of the acquirers to expand the brand's global presence and improve its operational efficiency. The transaction is expected to have a positive impact on the market, as it will enable Roberto Cavalli to maintain its unique style and brand identity while benefiting from the financial and managerial support of its new owners. The deal also highlights the increasing interest of private equity funds in the 'made in Italy' sector, with a focus on supporting the growth and development of Italian luxury brands. With a strong management team in place, including Francesco Trapani as Chairman and Renato Semerari as CEO, Roberto Cavalli is well-positioned for future growth and expansion. The company's plans for international growth will be focused on preserving its brand identity and unique style, while exploring new opportunities for expansion into emerging markets. The transaction is subject to closing conditions and is expected to be completed in the upcoming weeks.

The investment by Blackstone in Versace represents a strategic partnership between the two companies, with the goal of driving growth and expansion in the global luxury market. The transaction involves Blackstone acquiring a 20% stake in Versace, with the option to increase its holding in the future. The investment is seen as a vote of confidence in Versace's management team and its strategy for growth, and is expected to provide the company with the necessary capital and resources to pursue its ambitions in the global market. The partnership with Blackstone is also seen as a key factor in Versace's plans to expand its presence in emerging markets, particularly in Asia, where the demand for luxury goods is growing rapidly. Through its investment, Blackstone will have a seat on Versace's board of directors, but will not have a controlling stake in the company. The transaction is seen as a key milestone in Versace's development, and is expected to have a positive impact on the company's future growth and profitability.

LVMH has acquired a majority stake in the Italian luxury house Loro Piana from the founding family. The transaction involves LVMH purchasing 80% of the share capital, while the brothers Sergio and Pier Luigi Loro Piana retain a 20% minority interest and continue to support the company. The deal secures LVMH's position in the ultra-luxury segment by integrating a brand with unique expertise in rare raw materials. Strategically, Loro Piana will leverage LVMH's global distribution network and experience to accelerate its expansion into emerging markets, while LVMH gains access to Loro Piana's unrivaled textile sourcing capabilities.

Pomellato has been acquired by he French luxury group PPR (now rebranded Kering). PPR emerged as the winning bidder, defeating a competing buyout attempt from the Damiani family and their private equity partner. For PPR, the acquisition serves a critical strategic mandate: strengthening its foothold in the high-growth hard luxury segment (jewelry and watches), where it historically held a small relative footprint compared to rivals, primarily anchored by the house of Boucheron. The transaction highlights a broader structural consolidation trend in European luxury, following LVMH's transformative €3.7 billion takeover of Bulgari.

PAI Partners entered into an agreement to acquire a majority stake (78,39%) in Marcolin from the founding Marcolin family, the Della Valle brothers, and Antonio Abete through a primary leveraged buyout transaction. The deal introduces a new controlling shareholder while maintaining strategic alignment with several historical shareholders, who will reinvest alongside PAI through the acquisition vehicle. The transaction is designed to support Marcolin’s next stage of international expansion and strengthen its position within the global licensed eyewear industry. The company benefits from a diversified portfolio of partnerships with leading luxury, fashion, and lifestyle brands, as well as an established commercial presence across key international markets. PAI intends to leverage this platform to accelerate geographic growth, deepen long-term relationships with major brand partners, and further expand the company’s licensing portfolio. Following completion of the acquisition, the investor plans to launch a tender offer for the remaining publicly traded shares as part of a process aimed at taking the company private.

Mayhoola for Investments has acquired full ownership of Valentino Fashion Group (VFG) from Red&Black Lux S.a.r.l., a holding company controlled by Permira Funds (80%) and the Marzotto family (20%). The transaction focuses specifically on the Valentino brand and the M Missoni license. The deal structure excludes the MCS-Marlboro Classics brand (which remains with Red&Black) and follows the earlier separation of Hugo Boss from the group. The acquisition was funded entirely through cash without recourse to bank financing, reflecting the financial strength of the Qatari investors. This exit marks the conclusion of Permira's ownership, during which the firm restructured the group's debt and revitalized the brand's creative direction.

Eurazeo acquired a 45% stake in Moncler from various shareholders, valuing the company at EUR1.2 billion. The equity investment by Eurazeo amounted to EUR418 million based on a total equity value of EUR930 million. Eurazeo joined founder and the private equity firm Carlyle in the capital. The objective of the investment was to support the "Global Down Jacket" strategy, professionalize the governance, and prepare the group for an international IPO (which eventually occurred in 2013).

LVMH acquired Bulgari in a significant, friendly, and strategic transaction. The deal was structured via a two-step acquisition process. In Step 1, the Bulgari family contributed its 50.4% controlling stake (152.5 million shares) to LVMH. In exchange, LVMH issued 16.5 million new shares, making the Bulgari family the second-largest family shareholder in LVMH with a 3.5% stake, and granting them two seats on the LVMH Board of Directors. In Step 2, as Bulgari was a listed entity in Milan, the transaction triggered a mandatory public buyout offer for the remaining 49.6% minority shares. LVMH launched an all-cash tender offer, financed equally through its available cash reserves and new debt. The transaction immediately doubled LVMH’s jewelry and watch revenues, scaling the division to represent 10% of group sales and creating a true global challenger to Richemont’s Cartier. In exchange, Bulgari gained immediate access to LVMH’s institutional global distribution reach, real estate leverage, and downstream supply chain efficiencies in raw material purchasing.