International Media Investments has participated in a $158 million debt financing for The Very Group, a leading UK online retailer with a significant market presence.
Information on the Target
The Very Group is a prominent online retailer based in Liverpool, UK, with a rich history that dates back to its inception as a mail-order catalog business in 1861. Today, the company generates impressive annual revenues of £2.15 billion and serves approximately 4.4 million customers through its digital retail brands, Very and Littlewoods.
Industry Overview in the UK
The UK retail industry has seen significant transformations over recent years, propelled by the rapid growth of e-commerce. The shift towards online shopping has accelerated, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in a surge in demand for digital retail solutions. Retailers that successfully adapt to this landscape are poised for considerable growth.
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As of 2023, the e-commerce sector in the UK accounts for a substantial proportion of total retail sales, reflecting increasing consumer preference for conve
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Disclosed details
Transaction Size: $158M
Revenue: $2,700M