Consumer goods

After covid restrictions eased, Sky Zone's gross margin expanded and as such, it could be appealing to a large-cap focused PE sponsor.

Taylor Swift’s Eras tour, which has topped $1bn in revenues, uses Audiotonix equipment and Ardian expects further growth in ‘experiential consumption.’

While Blackstone was confident in its contractual position and interests, it made the bid 'because it is the right thing for shareholders and a very fair price for the asset,' said a source close to the situation.

The former L Catteron dealmaker's new PE firm acquired Firehook Bakery earlier in April.

The Jackson, Wyoming-based firm recently bought family entertainment membership company Pogo Pass.

Rimmer Bros is a replacement parts supplier for UK marque vehicles.