05:46 AM EST, 11/10/2025 (MT Newswires) -- Carlyle Group ( CG ) has acquired The Very Group, operator of digital retailers Very and Littlewoods, with international media group IMI continuing as a key stakeholder, the Very Group said Monday.

The company said the transaction strengthens its capital base and financial flexibility to support long-term growth plans.

It added that the deal also marks the end of the Barclay family's 20-year involvement in the business.