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Thread

Consumer·UK·Exited 2022·Held 7yr
Entry
2015
Hold
7yr
Exit
2022

Who owns Thread?

Thread is a British Consumer company, now owned by Marks & Spencer, which acquired it in 2022 from Balderton Capital.

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Balderton Capital
Investor
Balderton Capital
Balderton Capital V · 2014 · VC

Key facts

HQUK
SectorConsumer
Exit Type
Trade Sale
Buyer
Marks & Spencer
Exit Year
2022

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Questions

Who owns Thread?

Thread is now owned by Marks & Spencer, which acquired it in 2022 from Balderton Capital.

When did Marks & Spencer acquire Thread?

Marks & Spencer acquired Thread in 2022, buying from Balderton Capital.

Who did Thread sell to?

Balderton Capital sold Thread to Marks & Spencer in 2022 (Trade Sale).

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