Blackstreet Capital Affiliate Acquires Red Apple Stores Inc.
May 6, 2021
An affiliate of Blackstreet Capital Holdings, LLC has acquired Red Apple Stores Inc., the operator of 142 small‑town general merchandise stores under the Red Apple and The Bargain! Shop banners. Blackstreet said it will partner with Red Apple management to support growth, open new stores, and provide operational support through key hires.
- Buyers
- Blackstreet Capital Holdings, LLC (affiliate)
- Targets
- Red Apple Stores Inc. (Red Apple Stores ULC)
- Industry
- Retail
- Location
- Ontario, Canada
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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