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Sports Technology Industry Report Q3 2025

The sports technology market is expanding at an exceptional pace, driven by breakthroughs in digitalization, immersive fan experiences and performance-enhancing tools.

Consumer Health Quarterly Report Q3 2025

Q3 2025 has maintained the cautious-but-strategic tone in the consumer health mergers and acquisitions (M&A) landscape but with signs of selective acceleration and evolving dynamics.

Will Collins

Will Collins

Will provides mergers and acquisitions (M&A) advisory services to clients in the consumer industry, with a focus on the food & beverage, travel & hospitality, restaurant and pet sectors. He… Read More

Online Retail Market Update Q3 2025

The online retail sector continued its gradual recovery through Q3 2025, supported by a steady improvement in consumer activity and disciplined margin management.

Fashion & Apparel Market Update Q3 2025

In the third quarter of 2025, the fashion and apparel mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market showed early signs of recovery but remained tempered by persistent macroeconomic uncertainty. Although overall global… Read More

Nordic Private Debt: Key Takeaways from Lincoln’s Breakfast

In October 2025, Lincoln International and Snellman Attorneys co-hosted the Annual Nordic Private Debt Breakfast, which gathered industry leaders, clients and colleagues for a morning of in-depth discussions and valuable… Read More

mobilezone has sold its German operations to freenet

mobilezone Germany mobilezone Germany comprises the German operations of mobilezone holding ag, the leading independent telecommunications specialist listed on the Swiss Exchange. In Germany, mobilezone achieved revenue of €774 million… Read More

Walker Edison has sold substantially all of its assets pursuant to section 363 of the Bankruptcy Code to Twin-Star International, Inc.

Client: Walker Edison Client Location: United States Target: Walker Edison Target Location: United States Acquirer: Twin-Star International, Inc. Acquirer Location: United States Target Description: Walker Edison is a manufacturer of… Read More

NACD | The 2025 M&A Landscape: Recalibrating Expectations

Originally published by the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) on September 30, 2025 Despite strong tailwinds heading into 2025, including high levels of dry powder in private equity and… Read More

Five Key Takeaways from Kind+Jugend 2025

Lincoln International recently attended Kind+Jugend 2025 in Cologne, a leading trade event showcasing the latest product and innovation trends in the kids, toys and juvenile space. During the two-day event,… Read More

Sustained Growth in PPE and OHS

As the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic receded in 2021, so did the demand for personal protective equipment (PPE). A global surge in demand for masks, gloves and shoe covers… Read More

Over-the-Counter Drug Trends and M&A in 2025

Navigating Growth in Over-the-Counter (OTC) Remedies and Acute Self-Care The consumer health market sits at the intersection of healthcare and consumer goods, encompassing a wide range of non-prescription products that… Read More

Q3 2025 Consumer Subscription Software Market Report

Scope acquires Stone Fashion Group with premium active wear brand Goldbergh

Stone Fashion Group The premium consumer brand investor Scope Capital has partnered with management of the Dutch outerwear specialist Stone Fashion Group, acquiring 60% of the group. The founders are… Read More

Women’s Wear Daily | Will Beauty M&A Continue to Gain Momentum?

Originally posted by Women’s Wear Daily on September 2, 2025. Beauty industry leaders are optimistic about mergers and acquisitions through the end of 2025 and beyond. Director Ashleigh Barker recently… Read More

Main Street Auto has raised growth capital from Turning Rock Partners

Main Street Auto Main Street Auto (MSA) is a leading provider of critical automotive maintenance and repair services in the Southeast United States, with a growing base of locations driven… Read More

Online Retail Market Update Q2 2025

The online retail sector is undergoing a margin-led recovery, with EBITDA margins improving in Q2 despite softer revenue growth across both public and private companies.

August 2025 Vehicle Aftermarket Intelligence Report

Despite challenges to the broader trucking industry, including tariff uncertainty, depressed freight rates and record levels of overcapacity, demand for aftermarket repair products and services has persisted with growth underpinned… Read More

Food & Beverage Market Update Q2 2025

Lincoln International is pleased to release its Q2 2025 Food and Beverage Quarterly Review. As we reflect on the second quarter, early signs of renewed optimism emerged in the mergers… Read More

Consumer Health Quarterly Report Q2 2025

Q2 2025 has seen the consumer health mergers and acquisitions (M&A) landscape continue its cautious but strategic trajectory, shaped heavily by the reciprocal tariff policy introduced by the U.S. administration… Read More

Fashion & Apparel Market Update Q2 2025

In the second quarter of 2025, the fashion and apparel mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market remained subdued by the same macroeconomic headwinds that weighed on activity in Q1. Trade tariffs… Read More

KaraFun has been sold to Vendis Capital and Verlinvest

KaraFun Founded in 2005, KaraFun is a leading global player in interactive music entertainment, created by music lover for music lovers. The France-based company serves users in more than 50… Read More

Egeria has acquired Junge Die Bäckerei

Junge Die Bäckerei Junge Die Bäckerei, founded in 1897, is a leading bakery and quick-service food provider in northern Germany, operating 210 stores and three production facilities. Headquartered in Lübeck,… Read More

Nordian has sold MYLAPS to Garmin

MYLAPS MYLAPS Sports Technology (MYLAPS) is a leading Dutch provider of integrated timing, live tracking and performance analysis tools that helps create the ultimate sports experience for millions of athletes… Read More

Welle Holding has entered a strategic partnership with Conzima for himolla

himolla Polstermöbel GmbH Established in 1948 and headquartered in Taufkirchen, Germany, himolla employs approximately 3,500 individuals. The company offers an extensive portfolio of premium sofas, armchairs and dining furniture, serving… Read More