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Bonobos

Direct-to-consumer menswear, originally known for fit-focused pants.

Status: Avoid
Founded
2007
HQ
USA
Manufacturing
Various
Ownership type
Brand licensing (ABG-style)
Parent
WHP Global
Acquired
Post-Walmart (exact date TBD)

Ownership

Acquired by Walmart in 2017 for $310M. Sold to WHP Global after quality and brand dilution. WHP is a brand management firm similar to ABG in model.

Why Avoid

Brand management firm ownership after a Walmart acquisition. DTC fit reputation is not what the product delivers under current ownership.

Sister brands under WHP Global

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