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Snowboard Maker Burton Seeks Sale That Could be Valued at $800 Million

  • Burton is working with an adviser on potential divestment
  • The family-run business is drawing interest from buyout firms
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The owners of snowboard gear manufacturer Burton are exploring a sale that could value the family-run business at as much as $800 million, people with knowledge of the matter said.

The Burlington, Vermont-based company is working with an adviser on the potential sale, the people said, asking not to be identified discussing confidential information. The asset is attracting interest from buyout firms, the people said.