Middle West Partners and Lugano Clients Acquire Lugano Jewelry
September 30, 2026
Middle West Partners acquired Lugano Jewelry in a management-backed sale alongside a group of longtime Lugano clients who invested in the transaction. The transaction became effective September 30, 2026, following Lugano’s reorganization, and the company will continue operating its Newport Beach workshop and boutiques under new ownership.
- Buyers
- Middle West Partners, Group of longtime Lugano clients
- Targets
- Lugano Jewelry, LLC
- Industry
- Consumer Products
- Location
- California, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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