Kester Capital Eyes £100m Sale of Jollyes

The private equity owner of pet specialist retailer Jollyes is understood to be considering a sale of the business for more than £100m.

City sources told The Times that the retailer’s private equity owner, Kester Capital, is working with financial advisors at Houlihan Lokey on “strategic options” for the business.

Jollyes, which sells pet food, dog leads and toys, has over 70 stores across the UK and has recently expanded into into providing grooming and veterinary services in its branches.

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Last week, the business revealed it had delivered its strongest ever first half trading performance in the six months to 27 November.

Like-for-like sales for the retailer surged 19% over the period, while total sales rocketed 31% to £70m.

Jollyes continued with its expansion plans, opened eight new stores in the six months in Swindon, Belfast, Merthyr Tydfil, Harrogate, Widnes, Swadlincote, Reading and Hull.

Source: Retail Gazette

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