High-end private members' club Soho House has been purchased for approximately $2.7 billion, with actor Ashton Kutcher being one of the new owners.
Soho House, the exclusive members-only club chain, is set to go private in a deal worth approximately $2.7 billion. The consortium leading the acquisition is headed by MCR Hotels, with Ashton Kutcher joining the board as a member.
The deal, which values Soho House at $2.7 billion, will see MCR Hotels purchasing Soho House's outstanding shares for $9 each in cash. This move will mark Soho House's return to private ownership, a transition that Soho House CEO Andrew Carnie believes will allow the company to build on its momentum.
Despite concerns raised by GlassHouse Research about Soho House's "broken business model" and "terrible accounting," Carnie claims the company has delivered consistent, disciplined growth. He points to the doubling of Soho House's revenue over the past three years as evidence of this growth.
Soho House was founded by Nick Jones and started as a single club in central London. Since then, it has expanded to 46 houses worldwide, including coworking spaces, beach clubs, and farmhouses. The company is also planning to open a Barcelona Pool House and a new club in Manchester this year, and has houses in Tokyo, Milan, Madrid, Los Cabos, and Sydney on the horizon.
Ashton Kutcher, known for his acting career and tech investments, will join Soho House's board of directors once the company goes private. He will contribute his expertise to the strategic development of the brand alongside the consortium led by MCR Investors. MCR CEO Tyler Morse will be vice-chair of the board.
Soho House's Executive Chairman Ron Burkle and founder Nick Jones will retain control of the business. The transaction is expected to close by the end of 2025. Upon completion, Soho House will stop trading on the New York Stock Exchange.
With the acquisition, Soho House looks poised to continue its expansion and growth, bolstered by the expertise and resources of the consortium led by MCR Hotels and Ashton Kutcher.
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