**Carlyle Group Offers Private Loan for Buyout of Australian Fashion Brand Zimmermann**.
**Sydney, Australia** – The Carlyle Group, a global investment firm, has offered a private loan to support the buyout of Australian fashion brand Zimmermann. The loan will be used to finance the acquisition of the brand by a consortium led by Sydney-based investment firm Qualitas..
Zimmermann is a leading Australian fashion label known for its feminine and bohemian-inspired designs. The brand was founded in 1991 by sisters Nicky and Simone Zimmermann. It has since grown into a global enterprise with over 50 stores worldwide and an online presence in more than 100 countries..
The buyout of Zimmermann is expected to be completed in the coming weeks. Qualitas will become the majority shareholder in the brand, while Carlyle and other investors will provide minority financing. The current management team, led by Nicky and Simone Zimmermann, will continue to lead the business..
The buyout is a significant development for Zimmermann, which has been seeking new investment to support its continued growth. The brand has beenperforming well in recent years, driven by strong demand for its products in both Australia and international markets..
The Carlyle Group is a leading global investment firm with a history of investing in the fashion industry. The firm has previously invested in brands such as Tory Burch, Golden Goose, and Moncler..
The private loan offered by Carlyle will provide Zimmermann with the financial flexibility it needs to continue its growth trajectory. The brand is expected to benefit from Carlyle’s global reach and experience in the fashion sector..
**About Zimmermann**.
Zimmermann is an Australian fashion brand founded in 1991 by sisters Nicky and Simone Zimmermann. The brand is known for its feminine and bohemian-inspired designs. Zimmermann has over 50 stores worldwide and an online presence in more than 100 countries..
**About The Carlyle Group**.
The Carlyle Group is a global investment firm with a history of investing in the fashion industry. The firm has previously invested in brands such as Tory Burch, Golden Goose, and Moncler. Carlyle has over $293 billion of assets under management across 345 investment vehicles..
**About Qualitas**.
Qualitas is a Sydney-based investment firm focused on acquiring and growing high-potential businesses in Australia and New Zealand. Qualitas has a successful track record of investing in the consumer sector, including investments in brands such as RM Williams, Coco Republic, and Mecca Cosmetica..
