Marubeni Growth Capital US Acquires RG Barry Brands

MiddleGround Capital / Race Winning Brands Acquires TMG Performance Products

June 30, 2022

Automotive

MiddleGround Capital, via its platform Race Winning Brands (RWB), acquired TMG Performance Products, a designer, manufacturer and distributor of branded performance exhaust and air intake systems for automotive and marine enthusiasts. The transaction is RWB's fourth add-on since MiddleGround acquired the platform in December 2021 and expands RWB's portfolio in the premium aftermarket exhaust and air-flow category.

Marubeni Corporation Acquires Bubbies Ice Cream

June 30, 2025

Food & Beverage

Marubeni Corporation has acquired Bubbies Ice Cream, the leading mochi ice cream brand in the natural channel, making it part of Marubeni America Corporation while operations and manufacturing remain in Phoenix, Arizona. The acquisition aims to accelerate Bubbies' growth by leveraging Marubeni’s global supply-chain capabilities and distribution network to scale the brand nationally and internationally.

McCarthy Capital Leads Growth Investment in BUBS Naturals

March 8, 2022

Consumer Products

An affiliate of McCarthy Capital led a growth funding round in BUBS Naturals, a direct-to-consumer natural consumer-packaged goods brand specializing in nutritional supplements. The round included participation from individual investors and will be used to scale operations, hire additional team members and expand product offerings.

Princeton Equity Group Makes Strategic Investment in Barry's

January 14, 2025

Restaurants & Hospitality

Barry's, the global boutique fitness franchisor, has received a strategic investment from Princeton Equity Group to accelerate studio growth and support consolidation in the UK and Canadian markets. The funding will back expansion of Barry's studio pipeline, investment in product and operations, and continued development of its franchise and digital offerings.

Galaxy Universal Acquires Reebok's Global Product Creation, Sourcing and U.S. Footwear Operations; Forms JV with Batra Group for Europe

February 19, 2025

Consumer Products

Galaxy Universal, a Gainline Capital Partners portfolio company, has acquired Reebok's global product creation, sourcing and U.S. footwear operations and will lead Reebok's U.S. footwear wholesale, retail and e‑commerce channels. Galaxy and the Batra Group have also formed a joint venture, GB Brands Europe Limited, to oversee Reebok operations across Europe and the U.K.; Authentic Brands Group remains owner of Reebok's global IP.

Marquee Brands Acquires Laura Ashley from Gordon Brothers

January 4, 2025

Consumer Products

Marquee Brands, a global brand accelerator, has acquired Laura Ashley from Gordon Brothers and will retain the brand's UK-based team while opening its first European headquarters in London. The deal expands Marquee Brands' portfolio of lifestyle and fashion brands, increases its global retail value to over $4 billion, and positions Laura Ashley for broader international distribution through Marquee's licensing and retail networks.