Retail M&A & Ownership
Major acquisitions, ownership changes, and strategic transactions reshaping retail and consumer-facing businesses including department stores and pharmacy chains.
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Latest in Retail M&A & Ownership· Oct 22
Pepsi retained its fountain drink supply contract with Taco Bell while KFC, both owned by Restaurant Brands International, switched to Coca-Cola products in U.S. locations. The divergent moves within the same parent company reflect beverage suppliers' competition for high-margin fountain contracts that anchor restaurant economics and drive volume commitments across major quick-service chains.
- Single sourceabout 8 hours ago
Taco Bell extends Pepsi deal as KFC pivots to Coca-Cola
Pepsi renews Taco Bell contract as KFC shifts to Coca-Cola, reshuffling beverage partnerships within Restaurant Brands International.
CNBC
- Single source9 days ago
Northern Ireland firm emerges as top candidate to rescue Poundland
Northern Ireland company in talks to acquire Poundland and prevent its administration.
BBC News
- Single source13 days ago
Canadian billionaire family acquires British pharmacy chain Boots
Boots changes ownership; potential shifts in pricing, store footprint, and service model for UK consumers.
BBC News
- Single source15 days ago
Martin Group acquires NCP to become major UK parking operator
Derry-based firm acquires NCP, becoming one of UK's largest car park operators.
BBC News
- Single source15 days ago
Bergdorf Goodman seeks revival through return to luxury service roots
New York Times examines whether luxury retailer Bergdorf Goodman can recapture past prominence amid retail sector challenges.
The New York Times
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Walgreens Boots Alliance nears handover to wealthy Canadian dynasty
Private equity firm Sycamore Partners is moving toward divesting the pharmacy chain to members of the Weston family for approximately $9 billion.
The Guardian