Billionaire Behind Uniqlo Just Made a $339M Power Play in Milan--Is This the Next Retail Gold Rush?
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: May 22 2025
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Source: Yahoo Finance
Uniqlo's Major Investment: Uniqlo's founder, Tadashi Yanai, has purchased the Cordusio 2.0 building in Milan for $339 million, aiming to strengthen the brand's presence in a prime retail location near Piazza Duomo.
Milan's Real Estate Landscape: The acquisition reflects a trend among luxury brands to invest in real estate rather than just leasing, as Milan transforms into a competitive market for high-profile retail spaces.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
