Edinburgh Woollen Mill
Entry
2001
Hold
2yr
Exit
2003
Who owns Edinburgh Woollen Mill?
Edinburgh Woollen Mill is a British Consumer company, formerly owned by Rutland Partners, exited in 2003 (exit via MBO). No current private equity owner is on file.
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Key takeaways
- ·Fully exited in 2003 to Philip Day.
- ·Best return: 2.0x MOIC by Rutland Partners (2003 exit).
Exit Type
MBO
Buyer
Philip Day
MOIC
2.0x
Exit Year
2003
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Questions
Who owns Edinburgh Woollen Mill?
Edinburgh Woollen Mill was formerly owned by Rutland Partners, exited in 2003. No current private equity owner is on file.
Who did Edinburgh Woollen Mill sell to?
Rutland Partners sold Edinburgh Woollen Mill to Philip Day in 2003 (MBO), 2.0x return.
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