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M&A has always been a big part of a consumer and retail company’s growth strategy. However, as competition gets tighter and demand for more purpose-driven brands increases, companies come to us not just for scale, but also to reshape their portfolios for a more customer-focused strategy. Whether you’re selling or buying a business, our deep expertise in M&A, growth equity and ECM, debt advisory and corporate finance services as well as our established relationships in everything from e-commerce to innovative logistics will guide you toward success in closing the best deals.

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Cotting Group has been acquired by Duroc AB
Consumer & Retail

Cotting Group has been acquired by Duroc AB

Mecaseat has sold Cotting Group to Duroc AB. Financial details have not been disclosed.

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Yanva & Disava Capital partners with French Retail to enter the fashion industry
Private Equity | Consumer & Retail | Financial Services

Yanva & Disava Capital partners with French Retail to enter the fashion industry

Yanva & Disava Capital partners with French Retail to enter the fashion industry by acquiring an 80% stake in the company. Yanva & DIsava Capital will support the business on its growth journey of opening new retail shops, further expanding its digital presence and developing even more the brands Celio and Etam on the local market.

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Trend Glass has acquired GALA Group from Equistone
Private Equity | Consumer & Retail

Trend Glass has acquired GALA Group from Equistone

The acquisition of GALA Group GmbH, a portfolio company of the German private equity firm Equistone Partners Europe, has been successfully completed by Trend Glass Sp. z o.o. As a long-term, financially strong strategic investor, Trend Glass will leverage its industry expertise to build on GALA Group’s established position in scented candles and home fragrances, while enhancing its global partnerships with leading consumer goods brands.

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“This transaction is part of the group’s strategic direction in order to achieve a significant reduction in leverage and to strengthen its financial position. Oaklins had a significant role in attracting the successful investor through its international network and in contributing to the successful completion of the transaction through its professional associates.”

Demetris Demetriou

Chairman, Cyprus Trading Corporation plc

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New chapters, global ambitions: mid-market M&A in Q4

QUARTERLY M&A ACTIVITY: In Q4 2025, Oaklins' clients completed 93 transactions across sectors and regions, highlighting how business leaders are using M&A to drive growth, succession and strategic change.

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