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Carlyle Group launches £2bn auction for The Very Group

The PE firm has reportedly begun a formal sale process for The Very Group, targeting £2bn. The retailer reported a £505.4m pre-tax loss in 2025, but revenue grew 0.3% to £1.6bn in 2026.

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