In search of cash, Natura & Co may sell its Aesop nugget

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An article by Sophie Baqué

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2 February 2023 à 12h59

Updated on 3 February 2023 à 17h05

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Under the leadership of new C.E.O. Fabio Barbosa, appointed last June after the resignation of Roberto Marques, the international beauty group Natura & Co is considering selling all or part of the Aesop brand. Valued at US$2 billion, this disposal would bail out the group's finances.

An article by Sophie Baqué

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2 February 2023 à 12h59

Updated on 3 February 2023 à 17h05

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Publication: 2 February 2023 à 12h59, Updated on 3 February 2023 à 17h05

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Engaged in a tight control of profitability and debt, Natura & Co (owner of Natura, Avon, The Body Shop and Aesop brands) started discussions for a total or partial sale of the Aesop brand, according to the Valor International website. LVMH, L’Oréal, Shiseido, L’Occitane and the fund CVC Partners are among the potential buyers.

According to Citi, the valuation of Aesop could reach US$2 billion. This is based on a multiple of 16.5 times EBITDA. In Q3 2022, Aesop’s sales reached US$119...

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