Ontario-based , Bounce Padel Courts a North American manufacturer of super panoramic padel courts, has announced a strategic partnership with Mondo, a global leader in high-performance sports surfacing. The collaboration aims to enhance the quality, durability, and playability of padel courts across North America by integrating Mondo’s advanced turf technology into Bounce’s premium court offerings. Mondo’s specialized padel surfaces are designed to deliver consistent ball bounce, precise player movement, and improved safety, and are widely used on leading professional padel circuits worldwide. As demand for premium padel facilities continues to grow, the partnership combines Mondo’s turf expertise with Bounce Padel Courts’ Canadian-based manufacturing, engineering, installation, and long-term support services to provide a comprehensive, high-performance court solution for the expanding North American market. (Bounce Padel Courts – www.bouncepadelcourts.com) & (Mondo – www.mondoworldwide.com)…………
Zellers is building excitement for its recently announced Ontario expansion with a mix of nostalgic experiences and new attractions ahead of its June 18 opening of a 25,000 square foot Toronto store at 80 Orfus Rd. A standout feature is a 25-foot inflatable Zeddy Bear, designed as a playful symbol of the brand’s return and a photo attraction. Opening weekend will also include the launch of the ‘Zellers Diner on Wheels,’ a food truck serving classic comfort items like burgers, grilled cheese, and fries, echoing the retailer’s former in-store dining experience. Customers can also enjoy giveaways such as free Ice Pops, water bottles, and collectible Zeddy keychains for early visitors. Zellers is reintroducing its iconic kiddie rides, starting with a sports car ride in Toronto. This expansion follows a successful Edmonton launch in 2025, with a Windsor store planned next, as Zellers continues blending nostalgia with modern retail experiences. (Zellers – www.zellers.com)………
Yum! Brands, Inc. today announced that it has entered into definitive agreements to sell Pizza Hut for $2.7 billion(US), subject to certain purchase price adjustments. Pizza Hut, excluding Mainland China, will be acquired by LongRange Capital, a private equity firm with a customer-centric and operationally oriented approach, and Pizza Hut in Mainland China will be acquired by Yum China Holdings, Inc. Under the terms of the agreement with Stamford, Connecticut-based LongRange, Yum! will sell Pizza Hut Ex-China to LongRange for approximately $1.5 billion(US). Additionally, Yum! has the opportunity to receive an earn-out of $75 million by 2030. Under the terms of the agreement with Yum China, Yum! will sell Pizza Hut China to Yum China for approximately $1.2 billion(US). The transactions have been unanimously approved by Yum!’s Board of Directors. Yum! expects both transactions to close in the third quarter of 2026. (Yum! Brands Inc. – www.yum.com ), (LongRange Capital – www.longrangecapital.com) & (Yum China Holdings Inc. – www.yumchina.com)……….
Have a great week and don’t forget, Father’s Day is this weekend. Forget ties and socks. Spend big!!!!!