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Bain Capital to acquire Gong cha tea brand

PRIVATEAug 05, 2026•4 days ago

Acquiring Company

Bain Capital Private Equity

Acquired Company

Gong cha

LondonProfessional ServicesFood And Beverage

Description

Bain Capital Private Equity has entered into an agreement to acquire Gong cha, a leading global tea brand. The acquisition will further enhance Gong cha's growth and market presence. TA Associates, the current investor, has supported Gong cha's journey since 2019. This deal underscores Bain Capital's commitment to investing in high-quality consumer brands.

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Company

Bain Capital Private Equity

About

Bain Capital Private Equity has partnered closely with management teams to provide the strategic resources that build great companies and help them thrive since its founding in 1984. Bain Capital Private Equity's global team of more than 250 investment professionals creates value for its portfolio companies through its global platform and depth of expertise in key vertical industries including healthcare, consumer/retail, financial and business services, industrials, and technology, media and telecommunications. Bain Capital has 22 offices on four continents. Since its inception, the firm has made primary or add-on investments in more than 1,000 companies. In addition to private equity, Bain Capital invests across asset classes including credit, public equity, venture capital, and real estate, managing approximately $160 billion in total and leveraging the firm's shared platform to capture opportunities in strategic areas of focus. For more information, visit http://www.baincapital.com.

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