Myer shareholders approve $900M deal to acquire Just Jeans and Dotti, expanding Myer’s retail presence.

Myer shareholders have approved the acquisition of several clothing brands, including Just Jeans and Dotti, from Premier Investments in a $900 million deal. This merger will expand Myer’s store count to 783 and bolster its annual sales to over $4 billion. Despite concerns about the brands' performance, CEO Olivia Wirth believes the move will strengthen Myer's retail position. The deal will see billionaire Solomon Lew, Premier's owner, gain a significant stake in Myer and a board seat.

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