Authentic Brands Group
This coverage examines Authentic Brands Group’s role and strategy within the UK retail landscape. Reporting highlights brand acquisitions and licensing deals, retail partnerships, product relaunches, marketing initiatives, and leadership updates — all analysed for their influence on brand portfolios, wholesale and retail operations, and market positioning. The content is designed for retail brand managers, licensing executives, and professionals overseeing multi-brand growth strategies.
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Jun- 2022 -7 JuneClothing & Shoes
Ted Baker’s preferred bidder backs out of deal
The proposed sale of Ted Baker has been thrown into doubt after it confirmed the board’s preferred bidder has backed away from a deal. The company, which has not named its bidder, was “informed by the preferred counterparty last night that it did not intend to proceed with an offer…
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May- 2022 -30 MayHigh Street
Reebok owner in talks to seal £300m Ted Baker takeover
Reebok’s owner, the Authentic Brands Group (ABG), is reportedly racing to finalise a £300m takeover of Ted Baker, according to Sky News. ABG has reportedly become the preferred bidder for the London-listed fashion retailer, and has indicated that it is willing to pay more than 150p-a-share for the company. According…
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Apr- 2022 -25 AprilHigh Street
Reebok owner enters race to buy Ted Baker
Authentic Brands Group (ABG), The US-based brand licensing empire which includes Reebok and a controlling stake in David Beckham’s consumer goods stable, is reportedly considering a takeover bid for Ted Baker, according to Sky News. The company, valued at almost £10.1bn, was among several parties exploring the possibility of a…
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Mar- 2022 -4 MarchClothing & Shoes
Authentic Brands completes Reebok acquisition
Authentic Brands Group (ABG) has announced that it has completed the acquisition of Reebok from Adidas in a £1.75bn deal. As it ushers in its “largest acquisition to date”, the global brand development, marketing and entertainment company said it is charting a new path for Reebok. With Reebok, ABG said…
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Dec- 2021 -21 DecemberClothing & Shoes
ABG signs partnership with JD to expand Reebok presence
Authentic Brands Group (ABG) has announced a new strategic partnership with the JD Group (JD) that will see it carry Reebok apparel and footwear in more than 2,850 of its company owned stores and complementary e-commerce websites. The group said the agreement covers all the banners in the JD Group…
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Aug- 2021 -13 AugustSport & Leisure
Adidas sells Reebok to ABG for £1.75bn
Adidas has agreed a deal to sell Reebok for up to €2.1bn (£1.75bn) to American clothing brand Authentic Brands Group (ABG). Adidas first purchased the rival sports brand in 2006, in a £2.7bn deal, which also included the Rockport, CCM Hockey and Greg Norman brands. However, these brands were later…
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May- 2021 -18 MayClothing & Shoes
ABG approaches Adidas with £700m Reebok bid
Adidas has reportedly been approached by Authentic Brands Group with a $1bn (£704m) offer to buy global footwear brand Reebok. According to the New York Post, Jamie Salter’s brand management group partnered with Wolverine Worldwide, a footwear manufacturer, to table the bid. Having bought the group for $3.8bn (£2.7bn) in…
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Jan- 2021 -26 JanuaryClothing & Shoes
JD Sports mulls £400m share placing
JD Sports Fashion is reportedly eyeing up an equity sale of around £400m as it “eyes further opportunities” to expand across the globe. According to Sky News, the group’s board is considering launching the placing as early as this week, with insiders stating that the amount will be “in the…
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Feb- 2020 -26 FebruaryPeople Moves
Former H&M US president joins Forever 21 as its new CEO
Authentic Brands Group (ABG) has appointed former H&M US president Daniel Kulle as the new CEO of Forever 21. ABG called Kulle a “visionary, dynamic, and inspirational executive” with over 20 years of experience coaching top teams and driving growth in the highly competitive fashion industry. He was most recently…
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