Steve Madden Acquires Kurt Geiger from Cinven-Led Group

Steve Madden Acquires Almost Famous

October 23, 2023

Consumer Products

Steven Madden, Ltd. (Steve Madden) completed the acquisition of privately held Almost Famous, a designer and marketer of women's apparel, for $52 million in cash plus an earn-out. Almost Famous reported approximately $163 million of revenue for the 12 months ended September 30, 2023 and sells through wholesale channels (mass merchants, department stores, off-price retailers and chain stores) in the United States.

3G Capital Acquires Skechers

September 12, 2025

Consumer Products

Skechers U.S.A., Inc. agreed to be acquired by 3G Capital in a cash deal valued at $63.00 per share, with an option for some shareholders to receive a mixed consideration alternative. The transaction has been completed, and Skechers will no longer trade on the NYSE under ticker SKX.

G-III Apparel Group Completes Acquisition of Remaining 81% Stake in Karl Lagerfeld

June 2, 2022

Consumer Products

G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. completed its previously announced purchase of the remaining 81% interest in the Karl Lagerfeld fashion brand for €200 million (approximately $214 million), subject to adjustments. The deal, funded with cash on hand, makes the Karl Lagerfeld brand wholly owned by subsidiaries of G-III.

L Catterton and Financière Agache Acquire Majority Stake in BIRKENSTOCK

April 30, 2021

Consumer Products

L Catterton, alongside Financière Agache (with representation from GIC), completed the previously announced acquisition of global footwear brand BIRKENSTOCK. Financial terms were not disclosed; the company said it will invest to accelerate growth and expand its market leadership in Europe and North America while increasing its presence in China and other Asian markets.

Credit Suisse Acquires The Klein Group (MK&C) for $175M

February 9, 2023

Financial Services

Credit Suisse Group AG has acquired The Klein Group LLC (MK&C), the investment banking business of M. Klein & Company LLC, for USD 175 million. The seller will receive equity exposure in CS First Boston via a convertible note and warrant, and Michael Klein will be appointed CEO of Banking, CEO Americas and designated CEO of CS First Boston. The deal is intended to strengthen and accelerate the carveout and build-out of CS First Boston as an independent capital markets and advisory-led business.

Established Incorporated & ACI Licensing JV Acquires Badgley Mischka, C&C California, Kay Unger and RACHEL Rachel Roy

April 16, 2025

Consumer Products

Established Incorporated and ACI Licensing formed a newly created joint venture to acquire ownership stakes in four women's lifestyle brands — Badgley Mischka, C&C California, Kay Unger and RACHEL Rachel Roy — with Established holding 51% and ACI 49%. The transaction is supported by equity partners Crosstimbers Capital Group, Ares Management and Morgan Stanley Investment Management and financed with debt from Huntington Bank; additional transaction terms were not disclosed.