Can the Pandemic Darlings Sustain Their Growth?
Home improvement businesses, private-label food makers and fashion resellers have had a good run in the pandemic, but was it just a blip or a launchpad for lasting growth?
Consumer Products
MMG Growth Engine Award Finalist: Solo Stove
In spite of the pandemic, outdoor accessory maker Solo Stove saw its growth reach a new level as consumers stayed at home and spent time outside.
CBD Makers Make Their Case to Consumers
The gold rush for CBD may be over, but plenty of opportunity remains for companies and investors—if they can convince consumers first.
Rebalancing the Retail Landscape with REV
These talented e-commerce entrepreneurs are on a mission to save beloved retail brands from oblivion, creating a second life for them online.
It’s the Small Things: Trends in Consumer Products
Read about how coronavirus is turning the home into a grocery store and gym, and other trends shaping consumer products.
A Signature Move
Writing instrument maker A.T. Cross counts U.S. presidents among its loyal following, but it, too, has had to adapt to changes in the market.
A Qualified Opinion: Robert von Furth
Robert von Furth, a managing director at Stout, corresponded with MMG about M&A and investment trends in the consumer product space.
Adventure Ready Brands Keeps Campers Happy
After its outdoor enthusiast customers spent months inside, Adventure Ready Brands has seen a spike in demand for its products as retailers and parks reopened.
As Consumer Preferences Evolve, So Does M&A
Branded goods and the companies that make them are changing at a rapid pace—and so are M&A deals and trends.
Private Equity Perspectives on Animal Care in the Pandemic
Kimberly T. Smith, a partner at law firm Katten, joins the podcast to discuss survey findings about private equity activity in the animal care sector.