Platform·Consumer/Consumer Products·June 30, 2026
Authentic Brands Group to acquire Care Bears
The platform investment centers on children's entertainment and consumer brand franchise, with transaction terms undisclosed in the announcement.
Takeaways
- Care Bears is a children's franchise and brand licensing.
- Authentic Brands Group is acquiring Care Bears.
- The business serves consumer/retail.
BuyerAuthentic Brands Group
TargetCare Bears
SellerIVEST and Cloverlay
TypePlatform
IndustryConsumer
Sub-sectorConsumer Products
Authentic Brands Group acquired Care Bears, the popular children's franchise.
Sellers IVEST and Cloverlay had owned the brand since 2023, acquiring it from the Weiss family, who held it for over 40 years.
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