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01/2026

123 ELEC acquired by SIPAREX

FRANCE Media & Internet / E-commerce & Marketplaces / Specialized E-commerce EV 100M - 350M EUR

Context

Siparex Midcap acquired a majority stake in 123 Elec from B&Capital. This transaction marks the exit of B&Capital after a five-year holding period during which the group doubled its revenue from EUR43m to over EUR90m and realized a 2.5x return on investment. The management team reinvested significantly alongside Siparex and a pool of financial partners including BNP Paribas Developpement. The deal, supported by acquisition debt arranged by Caisse d'Epargne, aims to accelerate 123 Elec's digital lead and diversify its product offering into energy transition equipment.

It is worth noting that the fund B & Capital took control of 123 Elec through an LBO in 2020.

123 ELEC, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2025, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , a level to compare with the average currently observed in the TMT (Tech, Media, Telecom) sector (14.5x).

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Target

Founded in 2008, 123 Elec (operating under the corporate name Phase Neutre) is a leading French online distributor of electrical equipment for both professional electricians and DIY individuals. The group offers a vast catalog ranging from core electrical components (cabling, panels) to high-growth segments such as home automation, lighting, security, and photovoltaic systems. Managing nearly 400,000 orders annually with 115 employees.

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Other operations with 123 ELEC

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DateAcquirerTargetCountrySector
10/2020B & CAPITAL123 ELECFRANCESpecialized E-commerce

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Valuation range: EV 100M - 350M EUR

Revenue range: 50M - 100M EUR

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Target: 123 elec

Acquirer: siparex