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JSE-listed pharmacy and beauty group Clicks Group Limited has expanded its presence in South Africa\u2019s high-end personal care market after taking majority control of specialist beauty retailer ARC Store for R507 million.<\/p>\n
In a Sens announcement published on Monday, Clicks confirmed it has agreed to acquire a further 35.3% interest from ARC\u2019s founding shareholders, raising its total equity stake from 25.7% to 61%.<\/p>\n
The transaction, which remains subject to approval by local competition authorities, marks a move into a prestige beauty segment valued at over R6 billion annually.<\/p>\n
Clicks first entered a relationship with ARC in 2021 by acquiring an initial minority stake, which it subsequently increased to 25.7% in 2025.<\/p>\n
Under the terms of the latest transaction, the existing founding shareholders will retain a 39% non-controlling interest, while ARC\u2019s executive management team has agreed to remain with the business until at least 2028.<\/p>\n
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Founded in 2020, ARC currently operates 12 retail locations across major shopping centres, including its flagship Sandton City outlet, the largest standalone beauty store on the African continent, alongside an e-commerce platform.<\/p>\n
The retailer curates international luxury brands across skincare, makeup, fragrance, haircare, and bath and body.<\/p>\n
The group plans to expand its physical footprint significantly over the medium term:<\/p>\n
Current footprint: 12 stores in major shopping malls nationwide.
\nMedium-term target: Expansion to between 20 and 30 stores.
\nEffective date: First day of the month following Competition Commission approval.<\/p>\n
Cross-selling and ecosystem integration<\/p>\n
The acquisition builds on an existing operational relationship between the two retail brands. ARC has participated as an affinity partner in the Clicks ClubCard loyalty ecosystem since 2021.<\/p>\n
Over the past year, retail spend at Clicks by registered ARC customers expanded by 16% to R836 million. Furthermore, Clicks retail outlets serve as physical pickup locations for ARC\u2019s online click-and-collect orders, driving foot traffic and logistical integration across both platforms.<\/p>\n
Framing the rationale behind securing majority control, Bertina Engelbrecht, CEO of Clicks Group, stated: \u201cThe acquisition of a controlling stake in ARC provides the group with increased exposure to the growing premium beauty market, which is currently valued at more than R6 billion annually.\u201d<\/p>\n
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Engelbrecht added regarding the partnership model: \u201cARC has established a differentiated position in the premium beauty market and we see potential to grow the business and to leverage the strengths of both ARC and Clicks.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur increased shareholding gives Clicks greater ability to participate in ARC\u2019s future growth while retaining the founders and management who built the business.\u201d<\/p>\n
Commenting on operational continuity and business culture during the expansion phase, Jamie Lane, CEO \u00a0of ARC, remarked: \u201cARC\u2019s shareholders and partners recognise that the unique ARC culture \u2013 entrepreneurial, customer-focused, innovative and brand-led is fundamental to achieving its ambitious goals. We have crafted a partnership where that culture will remain at the heart of the business as we enter this next phase of growth.\u201d<\/p>\n
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