Today, Prada announces that it has agreed to acquire 100% of Versace from Capri Holdings. The cash consideration, based on an Enterprise Value of €1.25 bn, is subject to adjustments at closing.
Founded in 1978 in Milan, Versace is one of the leading international fashion design houses and the epitome of Italian luxury worldwide. Building on a remarkable brand awareness, Versace is a distinctive asset in the luxury landscape. Deeply rooted in fashion history, the brand displays strong potential to read contemporaneity and marked sensibility in capturing and anticipating the spirit of today’s and future society.
With its highly recognisable aesthetic, the brand constitutes a strongly complementary addition to the Prada Group’s portfolio and displays significant untapped growth potential, leveraging multiple value creation levers.
Within the Prada Group, Versace will maintain its creative DNA and cultural authenticity while benefiting from the full strength of the Group’s consolidated platform, including industrial capabilities, retail execution, and operational expertise.
Patrizio Bertelli, Prada Group Chairman and Executive Director, commented:
“We are delighted to welcome Versace to the Prada Group and to build a new chapter for a brand with which we share a strong commitment to creativity, craftsmanship and heritage. We aim to continue Versace’s legacy, celebrating and re-interpreting its bold and timeless aesthetic; at the same time, we will provide it with a strong platform, reinforced by years of ongoing investments and rooted in longstanding relationships. Our organisation is ready and well positioned to write a new page in Versace’s history, drawing on the Group’s values while continuing to execute with confidence and rigorous focus.”
Andrea Guerra, Group Chief Executive Officer, added:
“The acquisition of Versace marks another step in the evolutionary journey of our group, adding a new dimension that is different and complementary. The Group’s infrastructure is strong, we have verticalised our brands’ organisations and reinforced our routines and processes. We feel ready to open this new chapter. Versace has huge potential. The journey will be long and will require disciplined execution and patience. The evolution of a brand always needs time and constant focus. Thank Capri Holdings for preserving and enhancing this wonderful brand’s heritage. Notwithstanding the sector uncertainties, we look at the future confidently, focused on a long-term strategic vision.”
Transaction Details
Under the terms of the agreement, the Prada Group will acquire 100% of Versace for a total Enterprise Value of €1.25 bn ($1.375 b2) on a debt and cash free basis.
The final cash consideration will be determined at closing and is subject to adjustments based on the Net Working Capital and Net Financial Position. The consideration includes significant Tax Losses carry forward; additionally, Capri Holdings will fund certain transaction expenses.
The transaction will be funded by €1.5 bn of new debt composed of €1.0 bn term loan and €0.5 bn bridge facility. The Group retains significant balance sheet flexibility, considering the cash balance and undrawn committed facilities.
The transaction has been approved by both Prada S.p.A. and Capri Holdings’ Boards of Directors and is expected to close in the second half of 2025, subject to customary closing conditions, including the receipt of required regulatory approvals.