At what enterprise value was APRIL acquired in 2019?

During the acquisition of APRIL by CVC in 2019, 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 500M - 1.5b 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 Financial Services industry currently tracks an average EBITDA multiple of 13.9x, providing a valuable benchmark for this transaction.

What was the EV/EBITDA of APRIL when it was acquired by CVC?

The exact EV/EBITDA multiple for APRIL is available on mynth capital. For comparison, the Financial Services sector currently shows an average EBITDA multiple of 13.9x. Join our community for free to access full valuation data and industry trends.

When was APRIL acquired by CVC?

APRIL was acquired by CVC in 2019.

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

The revenue of APRIL at the time of the deal is estimated to be in the range of 750M - 1.3b 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.

How is the data for the APRIL acquisition sourced and is it reliable?

Mynth data is contributed by a professional community of M&A and Private Equity experts. Each transaction, including the APRIL deal, is systematically cross-verified by our team using private deal documents and official sources. You can also find the official press release for this transaction here: https://www.cfnews.net/Les-alertes-de-CFNEWS/April-s-assure-un-LBO-bis-a-bon-prix-422790

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01/2019

APRIL acquired by CVC

FRANCE Brokerage EV 500M - 1.5b EUR

Context

CVC Capital Partners acquired a 65.13% controlling stake in APRIL from its founder via Evolem. The transaction was followed by a Mandatory Simplified Tender Offer (OPAS) for the remaining shares, leading to the group's delisting. This strategic move allowed the group to exit the stock market and embark on a massive restructuring plan.

APRIL, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2018, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN, a level to compare with the average currently observed in the Financial Services sector (13.9x).

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A leading international insurance brokerage group and the pioneer of wholesale brokerage in France. April designs, manages, and distributes insurance solutions (Health, Personal Protection, P&C) through a network of 15,000 partner brokers and its own digital platforms.

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List of similar M&A transactions (Date, Acquirer, Target, Country, Sector, Deal Context)
Date	Acquirer	Target	Country	Sector	Deal Context
12/2022	KKR	APRIL	FRANCE	Brokerage	KKR is acquiring insurance broker April from CVC Capital Partners for EUR2.3 to EUR2.4 billion, representing 15 times its projected 2022 EBITDA. The deal is highly profitable for CVC, which valued April at EUR900 million three years ago, representing a 2.5-fold increase in value.

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Valuation range: EV 500M - 1.5b EUR

Revenue range: 750M - 1.3b EUR

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Acquirer: cvc