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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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Kika/Leiner Group has been acquired by Steinhoff Europe AG
Consumer & Retail

Kika/Leiner Group has been acquired by Steinhoff Europe AG

The private owners of Kika/Leiner Group have sold the company to Steinhoff Group AG. Financial details have not been disclosed.

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Van Straaten Family Trust has acquired Verimark Holdings Limited
Consumer & Retail

Van Straaten Family Trust has acquired Verimark Holdings Limited

The Van Straaten Family Trust has acquired Verimark Holdings Limited from minority shareholders for US$3.3 million.

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Grain Farmers Group Limited has been acquired by Overberg Agri for US$30 million
Agriculture | Consumer & Retail | Food & Beverage

Grain Farmers Group Limited has been acquired by Overberg Agri for US$30 million

The private shareholders of Grain Farmers Group Limited (GFG) have completed a fairness opinion regarding Overberg Agri's offer to acquire the company.

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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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Realigning, raising, reinventing: mid-market M&A in motion

QUARTERLY M&A ACTIVITY: In Q2 2025, we facilitated 47 transactions, driving mid-market transactions in TMT, energy and more. Explore trends in cross-border and hear from our clients.

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