- Nippon Television agreed to acquire the remaining 80% stake in KANAMEL from Carlyle, taking its ownership to 100% following a minority purchase in April 2025.
- The deal is expected to close at the end of April 2026, subject to regulatory approvals.
- Carlyle acquired KANAMEL, then known as AOI TYO Holdings, in 2021.
- During Carlyle’s ownership, KANAMEL expanded into customer experience consulting and acquired consulting firm Field Management Strategy.
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