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Castore acquires 75% stake in heritage British shoemaker Grenson

The premium sportswear brand has acquired the controlling stake in the Northamptonshire-based business founded in 1866. The deal marks Castore’s second luxury acquisition following Belstaff as it diversifies beyond sportswear.

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