**Carlyle-Led Consortium Extends Private Loan for Zimmermann Buyout**.
**Sydney, Australia – February 23, 2023** – A consortium led by global investment firm The Carlyle Group has provided a private loan to support the buyout of Australian fashion brand Zimmermann. The transaction, which values Zimmermann at approximately $500 million, will see the company’s founders, Nicky and Simone Zimmermann, retain a significant minority stake in the business..
The Carlyle-led consortium, which also includes Australian private equity firm Qualitas, has extended the loan to support the acquisition of Zimmermann by a group of investors led by company co-founder Nicky Zimmermann and investment firm Alceon Group..
Zimmermann was founded in 1991 by sisters Nicky and Simone Zimmermann. The brand is known for its feminine and bohemian aesthetic, with a focus on high-quality fabrics, intricate detailing, and flattering silhouettes. Zimmermann has a global presence with over 50 stores in Australia, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe..
The buyout will provide Zimmermann with the capital and resources to accelerate its growth both domestically and internationally. The company plans to expand its retail footprint, invest in new product lines, and strengthen its e-commerce presence..
**Nicky Zimmermann, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Zimmermann, said:**.
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