Mergers & AcquisitionsMedium•15 November 2026•
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Brookfield and KKR Competing for $700M Acquisition of Eyewa
Key Facts
1Brookfield and KKR are in advanced talks to acquire a majority stake in Gulf eyewear retailer Eyewa.
2The potential deal is valued at approximately $700 million.
Brookfield and KKR are in advanced talks to acquire a majority stake in the Gulf-based eyewear retailer Eyewa. The Financial Times reported that the potential deal is valued at approximately $700 million, as the two private equity giants compete for a foothold in the regional retail sector.
This interest comes as Brookfield Corporation (BN) closed at $40.97 on November 13, 2026, while KKR & Co. Inc. (KKR) closed at $98.05 on the same date. The competition underscores a move by global private capital firms to seek opportunities in the Gulf market following a period of limited deal activity.