21 Investimenti said to be considering La Pittarello buyout

21 Investimenti is rumoured to be considering a buyout of Italian shoe chain La Pittarello.

The Pittarello family-owned company is said to be evaluating different financing options from a capital injection to a complete sale of the business.

Based in Padova, La Pittarello has a long history of shoemaking and operates via two main retail arms.

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