Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus to merge in $2.65B blockbuster deal — Amazon to acquire stake https://lnkd.in/edEWY_Tt
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That Saks Fifth Avenue has reached a deal to acquire Neiman Marcus comes as no surprise. However, the plot twist is that Amazon will take a share in the new entity – something that adds a bit of spice to an otherwise predictable deal. Bringing Saks and Neiman Marcus together is something of a marriage of convenience. Both chains have struggled with growth, and both have concerns about their prospects. The rationale is that, together, they will have more financial firepower to negotiate with luxury brands and to cut out duplicative costs. However, a merger will not resolve all issues, especially those of the relevance of the chains in a market where more luxury players are pushing direct to consumer sales. As a larger entity, negotiating power will be better with the brands, but even a combined chain will not match the heft and power of some global luxury conglomerates, which will still hold most of the cards. Moreover, as many past acquisitions have shown, cost savings do not always materialize. As such, there is a risk that the deal might end up creating an even bigger headache for Saks. Amazon taking a stake in the business makes sense, as it has ambitions to play more heavily in the luxury space and this would give it some kind of toehold. However, the real win here would be the ability of Amazon to streamline logistics and ecommerce, giving the new entity an advantage in a market where remote shopping has become more important to shoppers – especially younger ones, which both chains need to do more to attract. However, details of the role Amazon will play are still very opaque. The big but in all of this is that before any deal can go ahead it will need to jump the hurdle of the FTC. While, rationally speaking, there is no substantial competitive concern with the two companies coming together, the FTC may well take a different position given its recent aggressive stance on mergers. #retail #retailnews #luxury #fashion #mergers #corporatedeals
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The luxury market is the fastest growing segment in retail with estimated growth rate over next 5 years at 40%. If it’s going to happen the store nameplate’s should have 2 distinct strategies. Perhaps one store focuses on the young consumer and puts in the best technology shops in the world. Puts in cool younger brands and do collaborations with brands for elevated product from Champion, Nike & Addidas. Walk into Kith specialty store - thats what’s needed. Make 30% of the store sustainable product including an incredible pet shop store with only organic food and sustainable toys. Same for kids only sustainable clothes and toys. This would re-invent one of the stores completely and make relevant for younger consumers to get off their phones and get into their cars. And, the other more traditionally luxury more like Begdorf. I would put Linda Fargo over brand/.-assortment strategy. The North America Luxury Goods Market size is estimated at USD 103.10 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 145.08 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 7.07% during the forecast period (20242029). Source: www.mordorintelligence.com I think Neil Saunders makes some good points in terms of what Amazon can bring to the table in terms of back of house support but luxury brands are not going to sell on Amazon. When you search the brands you literally find a style with the quantity of 1. And, luxury good companies would want to push customers and their date to anywhere but their own stores. If I were them I would of gotten Armault in on this. He is the master of luxury. Another good point is that luxury stores want to sell their products In their own stores. And, if they are another store they are concession deals. So a long term strategy needs to be worked. Sit down with Arnault and cut a deal. No big picture growth strategy without Arnault brands is a big problem. Get Arnault brands and others will follow. Under the above scenario I approve. Otherwise I think bad idea. Best Neiman Marcus Group SaksFirst KITH Apple Gucci LVMH Dior Tiffany & Co. #sustainability #organic Amazon #technology
That Saks Fifth Avenue has reached a deal to acquire Neiman Marcus comes as no surprise. However, the plot twist is that Amazon will take a share in the new entity – something that adds a bit of spice to an otherwise predictable deal. Bringing Saks and Neiman Marcus together is something of a marriage of convenience. Both chains have struggled with growth, and both have concerns about their prospects. The rationale is that, together, they will have more financial firepower to negotiate with luxury brands and to cut out duplicative costs. However, a merger will not resolve all issues, especially those of the relevance of the chains in a market where more luxury players are pushing direct to consumer sales. As a larger entity, negotiating power will be better with the brands, but even a combined chain will not match the heft and power of some global luxury conglomerates, which will still hold most of the cards. Moreover, as many past acquisitions have shown, cost savings do not always materialize. As such, there is a risk that the deal might end up creating an even bigger headache for Saks. Amazon taking a stake in the business makes sense, as it has ambitions to play more heavily in the luxury space and this would give it some kind of toehold. However, the real win here would be the ability of Amazon to streamline logistics and ecommerce, giving the new entity an advantage in a market where remote shopping has become more important to shoppers – especially younger ones, which both chains need to do more to attract. However, details of the role Amazon will play are still very opaque. The big but in all of this is that before any deal can go ahead it will need to jump the hurdle of the FTC. While, rationally speaking, there is no substantial competitive concern with the two companies coming together, the FTC may well take a different position given its recent aggressive stance on mergers. #retail #retailnews #luxury #fashion #mergers #corporatedeals
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https://lnkd.in/eF2gPWmQ BREAKING Luxury Retailers Neiman Marcus And Saks Fifth Avenue Merging In $2.65 Billion Deal Backed By Amazon, Report Says Antonio Pequeño IV Forbes Staff Pequeño is a breaking news reporter who covers tech and more. Jul 3, 2024,06:23pm EDT TOPLINE Saks Fifth Avenue’s owner, Hudson’s Bay Co. closed a $2.65 billion acquisition of luxury retailer Neiman Marcus, according to The Wall Street Journal, which will merge Saks and Neiman with the help of Amazon and Salesforce amid a stagnating personal luxury market. Neiman and Hudson’s Bay’s boards approved the acquisition and may announce the blockbuster deal as soon as this evening, The Wall Street Journal reported. Amazon and Salesforce stepped in to help facilitate the merger and will take minority stakes in Saks Global—the name of the new company, according to Bloomberg, citing an unnamed person familiar with the matter. The deal will be financed with $2 billion that Hudson’s Bay raised from investors and bring 39 Saks Fifth Avenue stores and 36 Neiman Marcus stores under the merged company, Bloomberg reported. The acquisition of Neiman Marcus seeks to reduce costs and increase profitability, according to Bloomberg, as the personal luxury goods market continues to experience a slowdown in spending. Neiman Marcus and Hudson’s Bay did not immediately respond to Forbes’ request for comment. Get Forbes Breaking News Text Alerts: We’re launching text message alerts so you'll always know the biggest stories shaping the day’s headlines. Text “Alerts” to (201) 335-0739 or sign up here. TANGENT Amazon’s stock closed down more than 1% on Wednesday at $197.59 following news that its billionaire founder Jeff Bezos plans to sell $5 billion worth of Amazon shares. FORBES VALUATION We estimate Bezos’ net worth at $214.3 billion, making him the second-wealthiest person in the world behind Tesla chief Elon Musk ($248.7 billion). KEY BACKGROUND Neiman’s acquisition by Hudson’s Bay comes four years after the luxury retailer filed for bankruptcy following debt struggles and temporary store closures brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Meanwhile, Saks has dealt with liquidity issues and running behind on bills, according to CNBC. The companies have been in and out of merger negotiations for years, with Neiman most recently turning down a nearly $3 billion offer from Hudson’s in December.
Luxury Retailers Neiman Marcus And Saks Fifth Avenue Merging In $2.65 Billion Deal Backed By Amazon, Report Says
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Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus Group have announced a $2.65 billion deal, merging to form a new brand, "Saks Global". This merger will give the combined company leverage to negotiate with luxury brands for better pricing. Amazon is also planning to invest in this merger, aiming to "innovate on behalf of customers and brand partners following the close of the transaction." This move could mark Amazon's return to physical retail spaces after previous closures, and also leading new innovations within the technology and logistics space. However, challenges may lie ahead. The retail industry has been declining, with the rise of eCommerce and department stores struggling with some, like Neiman Marcus, filing for bankruptcy in 2020. Additionally, the FTC may intervene, given their recent actions to block Tapestry's merger with Capri Holdings Limited, citing competition concerns. Much of the 'enterprise' value in recent department store deals lies in the real estate. Store operations tend to be breakeven. Saks parent company is the Hudson's Bay Company whose leading expertise is in real estate. #RetailNews #MergerAndAcquisition #Innovation #SaksGlobal #AmazonInvestments https://lnkd.in/gTzcDTz6
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Neiman Marcus CEO Denies Business Sale Amid Saks Takeover Rumors https://lnkd.in/gCgaS58f Neiman Marcus CEO, Geoffroy van Raemdonck, denies any plans for the company's sale amidst rumors of a takeover by Saks. The company remains focused on transforming the business and enhancing the customer experience. #neimanmarcus #luxuryretail #businessnews Global Retail Outlook Magazine
Neiman Marcus CEO Denies Business Sale Amid Saks Takeover Rumors
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Neiman Marcus CEO says there’s ‘no need’ to sell the business as Saks takeover rumors swirl. Neiman Marcus CEO Geoffroy van Raemdonck said there’s “no need” to sell the business as rumors swirl that rival Saks Fifth Avenue is eager to take it over. “Our shareholders don’t have the need to sell the business because we have a billion of available liquidity, we’re profitable and we’re reporting results that are in a good place and can only be better,” van Raemdonck told CNBC. Over the recent holiday, comparable sales trends at Neiman were down low single digits compared to last year, while store comparable sales trends were flat compared to the prior period. $ https://lnkd.in/eGffTadw #tradeguard #receivableputoptions #arputs #receivableputs #tradereceivables #accountsreceivables
Neiman Marcus CEO says there's ‘no need’ to sell the business as Saks takeover rumors swirl
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The New York Post is reporting that Neiman Marcus Group Marcus is in talks to be acquired by Saks Fifth Avenue. Although this rumor does the rounds periodically, apparently there is now more alignment from investors – with majority party, Pacific Investment Management being inclined to a sale. It is no secret that despite a brief period of solid trading after emerging from bankruptcy, business at Neiman Marcus has now slowed right down. Wider economic issues are unhelpful, especially now that they have also started to cool the luxury market. However, Neiman Marcus hasn’t still widened its audience enough, especially among younger consumers. The business remains very reliant on its older, more traditional customer base to drive most of its trade (40% of sales come from just 2% of consumers). Another issue is dealing with the rise of direct-to-consumer sales by big luxury brands. This has undermined many department stores and although it is a little more insulated because of its loyal clientele, Neiman Marcus is not immune. All of this leaves the business squeezed, especially physically where – despise some closings – it still has many large, expensive-to-operate stores. A merger with Saks may help to produce savings, reduce store overlaps, and improve efficiency. But it doesn’t necessarily solve all of the underlying issues.
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How does one struggling brand buy another? Saks, whose parent HBC needed to sell real estate assets to pay vendors, is able to raise money to buy a competitor. That is fascinating! It is a fascinating story that anyone would even finance this. It is a fascinating story on how to control more so that you can create supposed cost and buying synergies. It is fascinating that the WSJ spins this in the same way Luxury brands acquire other luxury brands...newsflash those luxury brands make money! It is a fascinating story that the owners of these brands are not in retail. It is a fascinating story that these brands have survived. There is nothing fascinating about this deal but high finance and powerplays. Neiman Marcus is a struggling brand that filed for Bankruptcy/restructuring of debt in 2020, shedding $4.0 Billion. Banks funding businesses/suppliers wrote off a lot of debt, and some businesses may have even failed. What will happen to Neiman Marcus? It will become commoditized, looking just like its other adopted stable of sibling brands. #retailing #strategy #ceo #technology #departmentstores #ecommerce
WSJ News Exclusive | Neiman Marcus Rejects $3 Billion Takeover Bid by Saks
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Two titans of luxury department store retail are set to merge unless the FTC spoil the party. Saks Fifth Avenue Group has a 3 billion dollar on the table to acquire Neiman Marcus Group . Rumours have abound about this merger for months especially with Saks Fifth Avenue struggling to pay vendors and taking out loans to stay afloat. Which makes this deal somewhat fantastical when you think about the debt SaksFifthAvenue would have to take on to finalize this merger. It is also rumoured that Zalando would provide the funds for the deal What is the benefit of this merger? Perhaps some back office consolidation of buying, finance and operations but then I question what is the point as these two retailers co-existing in some markets like Miami are anchors in malls. Do they truly service difference customers? In Canada we have ended up with on luxury retailer which is Holt Renfrew. Saks Fifth Avenue with Canadian owner Hudson's Bay tried entering Canada with tepid results. With more and more luxury brands having their own stand alone retail and online presence is it as necessary to have multiple department stores? #luxuryretail #departmentstores #merger #acquistions #retail #retailing https://lnkd.in/gZ9nSs7N
Weekend Briefing: Megamergers like Tapestry-Capri and Saks-Neiman face the FTC
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