Retail

Sandberg, ARX Equity acquire Croatian traveltech biz; Permira shifts Asia focus to India, closing Hong Kong and Shanghai offices

Phobs was founded in 2004 and is based in Dubrovnik.

Garnett Station-backed Flagstop acquires two car washes and opens new site

Based in Richmond, Virginia, Flagstop Car Wash is an express car wash brand.

O2 Investment-backed Azureon acquires Northern Pool & Spa

Azureon is a Lakehurst, New Jersey-based provider of pool care services.

Bain Capital and BlueWater Marinas scoop up Boathouse Marine Center

Bain Capital and BlueWater formed a strategic joint venture in 2024 to acquire and operate marina properties in boating markets along the East Coast.

Argand Partners snaps up dancewear brand Capezio

Founded in 1887, Capezio designs and manufactures footwear, apparel, and accessories that support dancers and athletes.

Northleaf Capital and Ares Management back GoldState Music

The company was founded in 2022 by Charles Goldstuck.

Seawall Capital-backed Sports Endeavors and WorldSoccerShop picks up retailer Soccer Master

Sports Endeavors is the parent company of American soccer specialty retailers, and Soccer.com.

Kingswood Capital and Performance Investment Partners to acquire retailer The Vitamin Shoppe

The seller was Franchise Group, Inc.