Core Viewpoint - Versace has been sold to Prada for 1.375billion,approximately332.15 billion paid by Capri Holdings seven years ago [1][2] Group 1: Acquisition Details - Prada announced on April 10 that it plans to acquire Versace for 1.375billion(approximately€1.25billion)[2]−Followingtheacquisition,VersacewillbecomeasubsidiaryofPrada,whichaimstoleverageVersace′sdistinctaesthetictocomplementitsbrandportfolio[2]−TheacquisitionpricevaluesVersaceat1.33timesitsprojectedrevenueforthefiscalyear2024[6]Group2:FinancialPerformance−CapriHoldings,Versace′sparentcompany,hasfaceddecliningrevenues,withareportedthird−quarterrevenueof1.26 billion for the fiscal year ending December 28, 2024, down 11.6% year-over-year [4] - Versace's performance has been the weakest among Capri's brands, with a 28.2% year-over-year revenue drop to $201 million in the second quarter of fiscal 2025 [4] - In contrast, Prada reported a revenue of €5.432 billion for 2024, a 17% increase year-over-year, and a net profit of €839 million, marking a 25% increase [5] Group 3: Market Context and Challenges - The global luxury goods market is experiencing a downturn, with forecasts predicting annual growth of only 2% to 5% from 2025 to 2027 [7] - Analysts express mixed opinions on whether Prada's acquisition of Versace will be beneficial or pose financial risks, given the differing styles and consumer positioning of the two brands [6][7] - Prada's previous acquisition attempts have not been successful, raising concerns about its ability to enhance Versace's profitability [6]