Birkenstock, a well-known German footwear brand with the backing of private-equity firm L Catterton, is preparing for its eagerly awaited initial public offering (IPO) in the United States.
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In its IPO, Birkenstock and its stockholder plan to sell at least 32 million shares.
These shares are expected to be priced between $44 and $49, with the aim of raising around $1.58 billion, according to a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Birkenstock’s IPO comes amidst a revival in IPO activity following a two-year lull.