Barington Capital Group
Barington Capital Group, L.P. is a fundamental, value-oriented activist investment firm established by James Mitarotonda in January 2000. Barington invests in undervalued publicly traded companies that Barington believes can appreciate significantly in value when substantive improvements are made to their operations, corporate strategy, capital allocation and corporate governance. Barington's investment team, advisors and network of industry experts draw upon their extensive strategic, operating and boardroom experience to assist companies in designing and implementing initiatives to improve long-term shareholder value.
Notable Campaigns
| Year | Ticker | Target | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | MATW | Matthews International Corp | Proxy fight |
| 2025 | MATW | Matthews International Corp | Proxy fight |
| 2023 | HBI | Hanesbrands Inc | Cooperation agreement |
| 2022 | MATW | Matthews International Corp | Cooperation agreement |
| 2018 | AVP | Avon Products Inc | Cooperation agreement |
| 2016 | CHS | Chico's Fas Inc | Proxy fight |
| 2016 | AVP | Avon Products Inc | Cooperation agreement |
| 2015 | EML | Eastern Co | Proxy fight |
| 2015 | OMN | Omnova Solutions Inc | Cooperation agreement |
| 2013 | JNY | Jones Group Inc | Cooperation agreement |
| 2011 | AMN1 | Ameron International Corp | Proxy fight |
| 2006 | PBY1 | Pep Boys Manny Moe & Jack | Cooperation agreement |
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Top Holdings
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Recent SEC Filings
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