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Prada gets EU approval for Versace acquisition

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Posted on September 30, 2025

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Prada gets EU approval for Versace acquisition
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MILAN (Reuters) -The European Commission said on Tuesday it has given its green light to the acquisition of fashion group Versace by Italy's Prada. Earlier this year Prada struck a $1.38 billion deal

Prada gets EU approval for Versace acquisition

MILAN (Reuters) -The European Commission said on Tuesday it has given its green light to the acquisition of fashion group Versace by Italy's Prada.

Earlier this year Prada struck a $1.38 billion deal to buy smaller rival Versace from Capri Holdings.

The European Commission said the deal poses no competition concerns.

(Reporting by Elisa Anzolin, editing by Giulia Segreti)

Key Takeaways

  • Prada acquires Versace for $1.38 billion.
  • The European Commission approves the deal.
  • No competition concerns were identified.
  • Versace was acquired from Capri Holdings.
  • The acquisition strengthens Prada's market position.

Frequently Asked Questions

What approval did Prada receive?
Prada received approval from the European Commission for its acquisition of Versace.
How much did Prada pay for Versace?
Prada struck a deal worth $1.38 billion to acquire Versace from Capri Holdings.
Did the acquisition raise any competition concerns?
The European Commission stated that the deal poses no competition concerns.

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