German Authority Approves Acquisition of Closed Group by capital-Home GmbH
The German competition authority, Bundeskartellamt, has approved the acquisition of the insolvent Closed Group by capital-Home GmbH, which also holds a majority stake in Marc O’Polo.
10.10.2025 | German competition authority
The Bundeskartellamt has granted clearance for the acquisition of the Hamburg-based Closed Group, currently in insolvency proceedings, by capital-Home GmbH located in Stephanskirchen. Capital-Home GmbH is also the majority shareholder of the Marc O’Polo Group.
Both companies operate in the fashion industry, specifically in the production of men's and women's clothing, with Closed Group focusing on premium denim. They also sell their products directly through retail channels.
Andreas Mundt, President of the Bundeskartellamt, stated that while there are overlaps in the product portfolios of the involved parties, the merger does not lead to market shares that would hinder effective competition in any affected markets. Consequently, the Bundeskartellamt was able to approve the merger within a week of its notification.