26North Partners Acquires Majority Stake in Middleby Residential Kitchen Business, Rebrands as Composition Brands
February 5, 2026
26North Partners completed the acquisition of a controlling interest (51% stake) in The Middleby Corporation’s Residential Kitchen business. The business was rebranded as Composition Brands and will operate as an independent platform for premium and ultra-luxury residential kitchen and outdoor living brands, while Middleby retains a significant non-controlling 49% interest through a joint venture structure.
- Buyers
- 26North Partners LP
- Targets
- Middleby's Residential Kitchen business, Composition Brands
- Sellers
- The Middleby Corporation
- Platforms
- 26North Partners LP
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- Location
- Illinois, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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