Aspring Capital facilitated the sale of leading Russian jewelry brand SOKOLOV to private investor Anton Pak, marking one of the largest retail transactions in recent years.

Target Company Overview

Aspring Capital has acted as the exclusive financial advisor to the owner of SOKOLOV, a leading jewelry brand in Russia, during its sale to private investor Anton Pak. This transaction marks one of the largest retail deals in recent years, encompassing all of SOKOLOV's assets, which include the jewelry and refining factories, wholesale and retail operations, franchise network, as well as the brands SOKOLOV, SKLV, and Diamant.

SOKOLOV is the undisputed leader in the Russian jewelry market, boasting a brand recognition rate of 96% according to NielsenIQ. The company ranks first in terms of production volumes and second in retail sales within the jewelry sector, placing it among the top 100 largest Russian retailers and online stores.

Industry Overview

The jewelry industry in Russia has shown resilience and a steady growth trajectory over the past few years. With a rising middle class and increasing disposable income, the demand for luxury g