J&J Making Offer For J-Beauty Firm Ci:z Amid Throes Of Consumer Biz Revival
This article was originally published in The Rose Sheet
Executive Summary
Johnson & Johnson intends to buy out Japan-based Ci:z Holdings for north of $2bn, which would give it full ownership of the firm’s dermocosmetic brand portfolio, including Dr.Ci:Labo, a standout performer for J&J’s beauty and larger consumer business in 2018.
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