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Roots Corporation Agrees to Go Private in Transaction Led by Marquee Brands, in Partnership with Canadian Retail Leaders Joseph Mimran and Frank Rocchetti, to Position Roots for Next Chapter of Global Growth

Roots agrees to be acquired for C$4.10 per share in cash, in transaction that is unanimously recommended by Roots Board of Directors TORONTO — Canadian heritage outdoor and lifestyle brand Roots Corporation (“Roots” or the “Company”) (TSX: ROOT) and Marquee Brands, the premier global brand management company and leading brand accelerator, today announced they have […]

Roots Corporation Agrees to Go Private in Transaction Led by Marquee Brands, in Partnership with Canadian Retail Leaders Joseph Mimran and Frank Rocchetti, to Position Roots for Next Chapter of Global Growth

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