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US launches national security review into Shein's Everlane acquisition

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The Committee on Foreign Investment in the US (Cfius) has initiated a national security review into Shein's recent $80 million acquisition of American clothing retailer Everlane. This review, led by the Treasury Department, is specifically examining potential national security concerns related to Shein, a China-founded company, obtaining access to American personal data handled by Everlane. Shein voluntarily sought this review after the transaction was completed in May, a move that could lead to conditions or even unwinding of the deal if national security risks are identified. AI

RANK_REASON Significant regulatory action by a US government body concerning a major international company's acquisition. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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US launches national security review into Shein's Everlane acquisition

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Bloomberg ·

    Shein’s acquisition of Everlane faces US national security review

    US authorities are conducting a national security review of Shein Global Holdings’ purchase of American clothing retailer Everlane after Shein sought approval for the deal, people familiar with the matter said, adding to a growing list of regulatory hurdles for the China-founded …

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