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Nordstrom Family Leads $6.25 Billion Go Private Deal

Nordstrom is set to go private in a $6.25 billion deal led by the Nordstrom family and Mexican retail giant Liverpool. Shareholders will receive $24.25 per share, a 42% premium to pre-deal speculation. The move aligns with industry trends, as department stores adapt to online competition and shifting shopping habits. Going private could provide Nordstrom greater flexibility, supported by Liverpool’s expertise in e-commerce and logistics. The deal, expected to close in the first half of 2025, requires shareholder and regulatory approval. Nordstrom will retain its headquarters, management team, and iconic brand identity. [more]

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R/E Tech Company Voxtur Raises C$35M to Fuel Growth

Voxtur operated as iLOOKABOUT until earlier this year when it closed the C$87.6 million acquisition of Voxtur Technologies and renamed the company. Voxtur raised growth capital as it disrupts the residential property appraisals market in North America. Voxtur aims to add value for lenders and tax collectors through digital technologies and a synergistic software suite. [more]