At what enterprise value was ACRELEC acquired in 2020?

During the acquisition of ACRELEC by GLORY GLOBAL SOLUTIONS in 2020, the company was valued at an estimated revenue multiple of below 5x. The transaction's Enterprise Value is estimated to be in the range of 300M - 700M EUR. By registering for free, you get access to complete and exact transaction details including enterprise value, revenue, and EBITDA. Additionally, our database shows that the TMT (Tech, Media, Telecom) industry currently tracks an average EBITDA multiple of 14.5x, providing a valuable benchmark for this transaction.

What was the EV/EBITDA of ACRELEC when it was acquired by GLORY GLOBAL SOLUTIONS?

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When was ACRELEC acquired by GLORY GLOBAL SOLUTIONS?

ACRELEC was acquired by GLORY GLOBAL SOLUTIONS in 2020.

What was the revenue of ACRELEC at the time of the deal?

The revenue of ACRELEC at the time of the deal is estimated to be in the range of 100M - 200M EUR. Register for free to access the full transaction report and exact valuation multiples.

What is Enterprise Value (EV)?

Enterprise Value (EV) is a measure of a company's total value, often used as a more comprehensive alternative to equity market capitalization. EV includes in its calculation the market capitalization of a company but also short-term and long-term debt as well as any cash on the company's balance sheet.

What is the EV/EBITDA multiple and why is it used?

The EV/EBITDA multiple is a financial ratio that compares a company's Enterprise Value (EV) to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA). It is widely used in M&A and valuation because it allows for comparisons between companies with different capital structures and provides a clear view of operational profitability.

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02/2020

ACRELEC acquired by GLORY GLOBAL SOLUTIONS

FRANCE Hardware & Electronics / IT Equipment EV 300M - 700M EUR

Context

Glory acquired 80% of Acrelec's capital for an investment of approximately EUR200 million (on a cash-free, debt-free basis). The deal provides a full exit for the financial investors (Credit Agricole's entities: Idia, Socadif, Brie Picardie Expansion) who had entered in 2016 to fund the acquisition of US-based Hyperactive Technologies. The founders sold a large portion of their shares but reinvested to retain a 20% minority stake and continue leading the company.

ACRELEC, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2019, 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 2004 by former McDonald's employees, Acrelec has become the global reference for the digitalization of points of sale, specifically in the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) and retail sectors. The company designs, manufactures, and develops software for self-ordering kiosks, "Click & Collect" counters, and drive-thru optimization systems. Acrelec is best known for being the primary supplier of the iconic ordering touchscreens found in McDonald's, Burger King, and KFC worldwide.

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Valuation range: EV 300M - 700M EUR

Revenue range: 100M - 200M EUR

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Acquirer: glory global solutions