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Warpaint Acquires Barry M for £1.4 Million, 100 Jobs at Risk

2/10/2026

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Warpaint bought Barry M out of administration for £1.4 million.
The acquisition includes the Barry M brand and its intellectual property but excludes the factory and staff.
Barry M was founded in 1982 and is known for colorful, vegan, and cruelty-free products sold in over 1,300 stores.
For the year ending February 2024, Barry M reported turnover of £17.4 million and pre-tax profit of £172,000.
The deal puts 100 jobs at risk and Warpaint expects the purchase will boost its UK market presence.

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Warpaint bought Barry M out of administration for £1.4 million.
The acquisition includes the Barry M brand and its intellectual property but excludes the factory and staff.
Barry M was founded in 1982 and is known for colorful, vegan, and cruelty-free products sold in over 1,300 stores.
For the year ending February 2024, Barry M reported turnover of £17.4 million and pre-tax profit of £172,000.
The deal puts 100 jobs at risk and Warpaint expects the purchase will boost its UK market presence.