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Les Schwab chain sold to California investors

 

October 7, 2020



Les Schwab Tire Centers announced last week it is being purchased by an investment firm based in California.

The tire company said Sept. 29 that an agreement has been made to sell Les Schwab to family-owned investment firm Meritage Group.

The company, owned by the Schwab family, announced last December that it was seeking new ownership. It was founded by Les Schwab in 1952, starting with a store in Prineville.

“The decision to sell has always been about securing the long-term success of the company,” CEO Jack Cuniff said. “Meritage Group has a history of preserving culture and value...



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