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Peloton Shares Tumble as Demand Slump Hits Revenue Outlook

Peloton forecast third-quarter revenue below Wall Street estimates, citing weak demand for its fitness equipment, sending its shares down 23%.

Willie Nelson’s THC Beverage Brand Raises $15M To Enter the Wellness Aisle

Willie Nelson’s THC drink brand Willie’s Remedy+ has raised $15 million and is set to roll out nationwide in retail.

Midi Health Reaches Unicorn Status in $100M Funding Round

Midi Health surpassed a $1 billion valuation following a $100 million Series D, highlighting increased capital flowing into women’s health.

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Apollo To Invest in Canada’s Largest Fitness Club Operator The GoodLife Group

Investment firm Apollo is acquiring a minority stake in Canada’s largest fitness club operator The GoodLife Group in a deal valued at around $1.46 billion.

Climatic co-founders Allie Melnick and Eric Kau

Climatic Raises $10M To Bring Lung Health to the Forefront

As longevity and air quality concerns rise, Climatic has emerged from stealth mode with new funding and a soon-to-launch lung health product.

VR Movement Brand Virtuix Lists on Nasdaq, Secures $11M Investment

Virtuix has gone public on the Nasdaq Global Market, lining up new capital for its treadmill-like virtual reality (VR) movement platform.

Jenny Liu

After Dogpound, Jenny Liu’s Next Act Is a $5M Venture Fund for Wellness Founders

Former Dogpound CEO Jenny Liu has launched a $5 million fund to back early-stage wellness, fitness and health brands.

Fitness Together member

Drybar, Fitness Together Parent WellBiz Acquired by Transom Capital

Transom Capital Group has acquired WellBiz Brands, the franchisor behind brands like Drybar and Fitness Together.

Ultra Lands $11M To Make Nicotine-Free Pouches Mainstream

Already selling one million cans in six months, Ultra offers a healthier alternative to nicotine-containing pouches like Zyn and Velo.

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Peloton CEO: Strength Training, Wellness Will Be Key to Brand’s Growth

Peter Stern identified strength training, wellness content and AI as key priorities as Peloton evolves its post-pandemic strategy.