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Olaplex draws takeover interest from Germany's Henkel, Bloomberg News reports
Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®
Posted on January 7, 2026
2 min readLast updated: January 20, 2026
Quick Summary
Olaplex Holdings attracts takeover interest from Henkel, causing a 20% rise in shares. Despite a 94% decline since its 2021 debut, a deal may be imminent.
Olaplex Gains Attention from Henkel for Potential Takeover
Jan 7 (Reuters) - Olaplex Holdings has drawn a takeover offer from Germany's consumer goods maker Henkel, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter.
Shares of the U.S. hair care products maker jumped 20% in afternoon trading. The stock has fallen about 94% since Olaplex's market debut in September 2021.
A deal could come together within weeks, Bloomberg reported, adding a final decision has not been made and talks could still collapse.
Olaplex and Henkel did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.
Founded in 2014, Olaplex sells shampoos, conditioners, treatments and oils aimed at repairing damaged hair. Bundles can cost as much as $172, its website shows.
Olaplex had a market value of about $901 million, according to LSEG data.
The company has tried to revive sales after demand weakened in recent years amid cautious consumer spending and intense competition in hair care. The slowdown pushed Olaplex to lean more heavily on marketing and promotions.
Private equity firm Advent is Olaplex's largest shareholder, with a nearly 75% stake, according to data compiled by LSEG.
Advent declined to comment on a Reuters query.
(Reporting by Savyata Mishra in Bengaluru; Editing by Tasim Zahid)
Key Takeaways
- •Olaplex receives takeover interest from Henkel.
- •Olaplex shares surge 20% following the news.
- •Olaplex's stock has fallen 94% since 2021 debut.
- •A deal could finalize in weeks, but talks may fail.
- •Advent holds a 75% stake in Olaplex.
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1What is a takeover?
A takeover occurs when one company acquires control of another company, typically by purchasing a majority of its shares. This can lead to significant changes in the acquired company's operations and management.
2What is market value?
Market value refers to the current price at which an asset or company can be bought or sold in the market. It reflects the collective valuation by investors and can fluctuate based on supply and demand.
3What are shares?
Shares represent ownership in a company. When individuals buy shares, they acquire a portion of the company and may benefit from its profits through dividends and capital appreciation.
4What is consumer goods?
Consumer goods are products that are purchased by individuals for personal use. These include items like food, clothing, and household products, which are essential for daily living.
