At what enterprise value was AMF GROUP acquired in 2019?

During the acquisition of AMF GROUP by ALPHA PRIVATE EQUITY in 2019, the transaction's Enterprise Value is estimated to be in the range of 100M - 350M EUR.

What was the EV/EBITDA of AMF GROUP when it was acquired by ALPHA PRIVATE EQUITY?

The estimated EV/EBITDA multiple for AMF GROUP is in the range of 10x - 18x.

When was AMF GROUP acquired by ALPHA PRIVATE EQUITY?

AMF GROUP was acquired by ALPHA PRIVATE EQUITY in 2019.

What was the revenue of AMF GROUP at the time of the deal?

The revenue of AMF GROUP at the time of the deal is estimated to be in the range of 50M - 100M EUR.

What was the EBITDA of AMF GROUP during the acquisition?

AMF GROUP's EBITDA is estimated to be in the range of 5M - 25M EUR.

How is the data for the AMF GROUP acquisition sourced and is it reliable?

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What is the average EV/EBITDA multiple for the Retail & Consumer sector in 2026?

The average EV/EBITDA multiple for the Retail & Consumer sector in 2026 is 11.2x.

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07/2019

AMF GROUP acquired by ALPHA PRIVATE EQUITY

ITALY Luxury Goods / Luxury Supply Chain EV 100M - 350M EUR

Context

The transaction involves the acquisition of a 65% majority stake in AMF Snaps by Alpha Private Equity, marking a significant entry into the luxury fashion supply chain. The deal structure includes a substantial reinvestment of 25% by the founding Faerber family, specifically Nicole Faerber and Carmen Toffanello, ensuring continuity in leadership and alignment of interests. Additionally, a 10% stake is being held by a consortium of investors including Italglobal Partners. The primary rationale for Alpha is to utilize AMF Snaps as a foundational platform for a consolidation strategy within the fragmented luxury accessories market. By leveraging the company's existing relationships with top-tier clients like Burberry, Louis Vuitton, and Moncler, Alpha intends to scale the business through organic growth and bolt-on acquisitions. This deal reflects the broader private equity trend of professionalizing "Made in Italy" manufacturing entities to better serve global luxury conglomerates that demand scale, reliability, and high production standards.

AMF GROUP, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2019, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , representing a to the average currently observed in the Retail & Consumer sector (11.2x).

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Target

AMF Group is a leading Italian manufacturer of metal accessories for the global luxury fashion market, operating under the majority ownership of Alpha Private Equity. The group's strategy is centered on building a fully integrated "one stop shop" platform for luxury brands, offering a comprehensive portfolio of metallic components including buttons, buckles, and ornaments. By consolidating specialized niche players, the group aims to provide its clients with a streamlined supply chain characterized by artisanal quality, technological innovation, and sustainable manufacturing practices. The investment strategy focuses on acquiring "Made in Italy" excellence to foster commercial synergies and cross selling opportunities among major fashion houses. Under its current leadership, the group emphasizes the preservation of the entrepreneurial spirit of its subsidiaries while professionalizing management and expanding global distribution capabilities.

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10/2025	AMF GROUP	BENELLI ADEMARO	ITALY	Luxury Supply Chain
07/2022	AMF GROUP	CHAINES ET CIE	FRANCE	Luxury Supply Chain
06/2022	AMF GROUP	ITALCATENE	ITALY	Luxury Supply Chain

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Valuation range: EV 100M - 350M EUR

Revenue range: 50M - 100M EUR

EBITDA range: 5M - 25M EUR

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Acquirer: alpha private equity