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10/2025

CYRUS acquired by PAI PARTNERS

FRANCE Wealth & Asset Management EV 1b - 4b EUR

Context

The strategic entry of PAI Partners into the capital structure of Cyrus Group signifies a major advancement for the independent wealth management sector in Europe. The strategic logic of this transaction hinges on a "platform-acceleration" maneuver, merging the target’s technical operational depth in wealth advisory with the sponsor’s extensive expertise in scaling global business services. This alignment equips the organization with the institutional backing and capital necessary to address the increasing demand for sophisticated, integrated support among high-net-worth clients facing the complexities of internationalization.

CYRUS, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2024, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , representing a to the average currently observed in the Financial Services sector (12.4x).

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Target

Cyrus Group operates as the leading independent wealth management platform in France, specializing in a tailored, client-centric approach for high-net-worth individuals and families. The organization functions as a multi-disciplinary technical center, integrating specialized expertise in asset management, real estate investment, and private equity. Rather than following a restrictive traditional banking model, the firm utilizes an open-architecture framework that ensures access to a diverse range of global financial products and strategies. Its value proposition resides in its ability to provide comprehensive, scientific support for complex wealth structures, merging personalized advisory with the technical operational depth of its specialized subsidiaries. The entity secures its market position through a strategy of "non-banking" excellence, positioning itself as a primary alternative to conventional private banks.

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Valuation range: EV 1b - 4b EUR

Revenue range: 100M - 200M EUR

EBITDA range: 50M - 100M EUR

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Acquirer: pai partners