At what enterprise value was ADVENS acquired in 2021?

During the acquisition of ADVENS by PARQUEST CAPITAL / CAPZA in 2021, 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 100M - 350M 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 14.3x, providing a valuable benchmark for this transaction.

What was the EV/EBITDA of ADVENS when it was acquired by PARQUEST CAPITAL / CAPZA?

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When was ADVENS acquired by PARQUEST CAPITAL / CAPZA?

ADVENS was acquired by PARQUEST CAPITAL / CAPZA in 2021.

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

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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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09/2021

ADVENS acquired by PARQUEST CAPITAL & CAPZA

FRANCE IT Services / Consulting & Integration / Cybersecurity Services EV 100M - 350M EUR

Context

Capza and Parquest Capital entered the capital of Advens as minority shareholders, alongside founder Alexandre Fayeulle and the management team, who retain majority control. This operation is notable for its integrated philanthropic structure: a significant portion of the company’s capital gains and dividends are directed toward a large-scale endowment fund. The primary objective of the partnership is to fuel Advens’ technological R&D and international expansion, aiming to establish the firm as the premier Security-as-a-Service provider in Europe. The deal also involved a significant employee secondary component, allowing 33% of the staff to become shareholders.

ADVENS, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2021, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN, a level to compare with the average currently observed in the TMT (Tech, Media, Telecom) sector (14.3x).

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Target

Advens is the leading French independent "pure player" in cybersecurity. The company specializes in Security-as-a-Service (SaaS), operating a unique 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC) that integrates artificial intelligence with human expertise to protect over 300 clients globally. Advens’ value proposition centers on high-end cyber consulting combined with scalable, subscription-based protection models. Strategically, the firm distinguishes itself through a "societal impact" model, committing up to 40% of its financial value to an endowment fund dedicated to youth inclusion and education. As of 2021, the group achieved over 20% growth in services and an accelerated 70% annual growth in its Security-as-a-Service business.

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Valuation range: EV 100M - 350M EUR

Revenue range: 25M - 50M EUR

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Acquirer: capza / parquest capital