Polo Ralph Lauren acquires footwear licensee
18/07/2005
Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation has completed the acquisition of Ralph Lauren Footwear Co., Inc., its global licensee for footwear for men, women and children. The purchase from Reebok International Ltd is a cash transaction of approximately $110 million.
The transaction is expected to be marginally dilutive to Polo Ralph Lauren's earnings in Fiscal 2006, taking into consideration purchase price allocation and the elimination of licensing royalties.
The transaction is expected to be marginally dilutive to Polo Ralph Lauren's earnings in Fiscal 2006, taking into consideration purchase price allocation and the elimination of licensing royalties.
Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation designs, markets and distributes premium lifestyle products in four categories: apparel, home, accessories and fragrances.