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Marquee Brands completes acquisition of Laura Ashley to expand its global portfolio

PRIVATEJan 02, 2025

Acquiring Company

Marquee Brands

Acquired Company

Laura Ashley

United KingdomE CommerceFashionRetailLifestyle

Description

Marquee Brands has strategically acquired Laura Ashley, the legacy home, fashion and lifestyle brand, to strengthen its global portfolio. The acquisition retains Laura Ashley's UK-based team and expands Marquee Brands' global footprint with the opening of its first European headquarters in London, increasing the retail value of Marquee Brands' global portfolio to $4+ billion.

Quick answer

Marquee Brands is acquiring Laura Ashley, announced January 2, 2025.

How much did Marquee Brands pay for Laura Ashley?
The deal value was not disclosed.
What does Marquee Brands do?
Marquee Brands manages a portfolio of luxury retail brands, helps grow business, creates partnerships, and sustains brand equity and freedom.
Where are Marquee Brands and Laura Ashley based?
Laura Ashley is based in United Kingdom.
Who are the decision-makers at Marquee Brands?
Fundz holds 4 contacts at Marquee Brands. Names and contact details are shown to Fundz members.

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Marquee Brands

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Marquee Brands manages a portfolio of luxury retail brands, helps grow business, creates partnerships, and sustains brand equity and freedom.

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Frequently asked

Who acquired Laura Ashley?

Laura Ashley was acquired by Marquee Brands. The deal was reported on January 2, 2025. Marquee Brands manages a portfolio of luxury retail brands, helps grow business, creates partnerships, and sustains brand equity and freedom. Marquee Brands is privately held.

When did Marquee Brands acquire Laura Ashley?

Marquee Brands's acquisition of Laura Ashley was reported on January 2, 2025. Marquee Brands has strategically acquired Laura Ashley, the legacy home, fashion and lifestyle brand, to strengthen its global portfolio. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.

What does Laura Ashley do?

Laura Ashley is a legacy home, fashion and lifestyle brand celebrated for its romantic English aesthetic, blending delicate florals, vintage-inspired motifs and exceptional craftsmanship across hundreds of products and categories. It is privately held, operating in E Commerce, and is based in United Kingdom.

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