Vince Acquires OVO, Raises Fiscal 2026 Vince Brand Sales Growth Outlook to 8%-10%

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Vince Holding Corp. acquired OVO's operating business to enter the global streetwear market, deepening its partnership with Authentic Brands Group through a 5% stake in OVO's intellectual property and a long-term license to manufacture and sell product. The company delivered 12% sales growth in the quarter, driven by full-price transactions in core categories like woven tops and seasonal knits, and raised its full-year fiscal 2026 sales growth outlook to 8%-10% for the Vince brand. Vince is targeting OVO revenue of $100 million+ by fiscal 2030, expanding OVO's retail footprint from 12 to approximately 20 doors and launching U.S. wholesale in the second half of next year; OVO is expected to be earnings neutral in fiscal 2026 and accretive in fiscal 2027. Second-quarter results included $10.4 million in tariff refunds, which significantly boosted gross margin and adjusted EBITDA, alongside $2.9 million in transaction costs related to the OVO acquisition, while guidance for the second half of fiscal 2026 assumes $2.6 million in remaining tariff refunds offset by incremental freight and product cost pressures. The acquisition structure involves a 44% IP stake held by Drake, who remains committed to the brand's creative direction, and management said the OVO deal serves as a blueprint for future multi-brand acquisitions in continued partnership with ABG.

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OVO (Indonesia)Private▲ Positive
Demandrelevance

Vince targets OVO revenue of $100 million+ by fiscal 2030, expanding OVO's retail footprint from 12 to about 20 doors and launching U.S. wholesale.

Authentic Brands GroupPrivate▲ Positive
Capitalrelevance

Vince deepened its partnership with Authentic Brands Group via a 5% OVO IP stake and long-term license, serving as a blueprint for future multi-brand acquisitions.