Here’s your weekly recap—the most viewed news stories on our site for the week ended Dec. 23, 2023.
 
Hello Bello, a leading brand of premium, accessible baby and family care products, announced that it has been acquired by Hildred Capital Management (“Hildred”), a healthcare-focused private equity firm that seeks opportunities to create value in middle-market companies. Hildred will transition Hello Bello into its portfolio under the stewardship of Hyland’s Naturals, a Hildred portfolio company, and a leading pediatric consumer health company.
 
In October, Hello Bello announced it had reached an agreement in principle to be acquired by Hildred. To facilitate the acquisition, Hello Bello and its affiliates filed voluntary petitions for relief under Chapter 11 in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. At the time, Buxton cited inflation and increased shipping costs as reasons for the filing.
 
In other news, Suominen has launched Biolace with cotton to the American market. Biolace with cotton is a 100% biodegradable and compostable cotton enhanced wipe. This specially designed cotton enhanced product has premium softness and opacity.  Its design helps prevent fluid migration, which results in appropriate wetness in every sheet and potentially less add-on needed.
 
Here are our top 3 most viewed stories from the past week:
 
1. Hello Bello Acquired by PE Firm Hildred Capital Management
 
2. Suominen Launches Biolace with Cotton to the American Market
 
3. Naturopera Acquires French Perfumist Brand