Estee Lauder Makes Tom Ford Beauty Entirely Its Own In Deal Valued At $2.8Bn
Executive Summary
Estee Lauder’s agreement values Tom Ford Beauty and its trademarks at $2.8bn. Acquisition will “fortify" growth plans for the brand and help to fuel long-term luxury beauty momentum, says CEO Fabrizio Freda.
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