16 Oct 2025

"ARKLYZ AG Expands Footwear Portfolio with Acquisition of Gabor Shoes GmbH, Supported by Baker Tilly"

"Baker Tilly has provided extensive support to ARKLYZ AG in its acquisition of Gabor Shoes GmbH, assisting with financial and tax due diligence, transaction documentation, and negotiations. This acquisition is part of ARKLYZ's strategy to strengthen its brand and product portfolio in the European premium footwear market, following previous investments in other footwear brands. Gabor Shoes, established in 1919, is known for its high-quality women's footwear and will continue to operate under its existing brand post-acquisition, pending antitrust approval."

**Press Release Summary** **Participating Law Firms and Parties Assisted:** The law firms Baker Tilly provided legal support to ARKLYZ AG in its acquisition of Gabor Shoes GmbH. **Transaction Description:** ARKLYZ AG, a rapidly growing company in the sports and lifestyle sector, has successfully acquired Gabor Shoes GmbH, a renowned brand in high-quality women's footwear. This acquisition is part of ARKLYZ's international buy-and-build strategy, aimed at strengthening its brand and product portfolio in the European market. The transaction is currently subject to antitrust approval, and Gabor will continue to operate under its existing brand and management structure to ensure continuity of business operations. **Lawyers Involved:** The following lawyers from Baker Tilly participated in the transaction: - **Michael Mehler** (Attorney-at-Law) - **Dr. Hendrik Theismann** (Attorney-at-Law) - **Hale von Metzler** (Attorney-at-Law) Additionally, the financial and tax advisory team included: - **Frank Stahl** (CPA, Tax Advisor) - **Uwe Roth** (Tax Advisor) - **Felix Burghart** (Tax Advisor) - **Tim Schwarzmeier** (Tax Advisor) - **Stefan Lehner** (Tax Advisor) - **Melina Heindl** (Tax Advisor) This comprehensive team provided support in financial and tax due diligence, transaction documentation, purchase price negotiations, and specific legal aspects of the acquisition.
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