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American Capital and UBS Underwrite $710 Million in Committed Financing for Appleseed's Brands

Bethesda, MD – July 27, 2007 – American Capital Strategies Ltd. (Nasdaq:ACAS) announced today that it has arranged, together with UBS Securities LLC, a $710 million committed financing package for Appleseed’s Brands, the largest multi-channel marketer of private label apparel for men and women aged 55 and over.  The investment supports Appleseed’s Brands’ recent acquisitions and the refinancing of existing debt. More...

American Capital Invests $15 Million in Leading Direct Marketer of Women's Apparel

Bethesda, MD – April 6, 2006 – American Capital Strategies Ltd. (Nasdaq: ACAS) announced today it has invested $15 million in the debt refinancing of Appleseed's Inc., a leading specialty brand of private label apparel and coordinated accessories exclusively focused on serving the baby boomer female demographic. American Capital's investment takes the form of secured senior subordinated debt and will be used to refinance a bridge loan held by TD Banknorth Inc., as well as for general working capital purposes. Appleseed's management retains a significant equity interest and continues to manage the Company. Golden Gate Capital is the majority owner of Appleseed's. More...

Appleseed's – the Perfect Fit For Baby Boomer Women

Founded in 1946, Appleseed's, Inc. began as a catalog and general store that offered clothing and gifts to an affluent New England clientele. Over the years, the Beverly, MA-based company developed a highly successful niche in the apparel market catering to the baby boomer female demographic. Today Appleseed's is one of the leading merchandisers in the segment. It has continued to expand with the August 2005 acquisition of The Tog Shop catalog, a well-known brand serving a complementary customer base. More...