At what enterprise value was DIAM acquired in 2016?

During the acquisition of DIAM by ARDIAN in 2016, the transaction's Enterprise Value is estimated to be in the range of 100M - 350M EUR.

When was DIAM acquired by ARDIAN?

DIAM was acquired by ARDIAN in 2016.

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

The revenue of DIAM at the time of the deal is estimated to be in the range of 150M - 250M EUR.

How is the data for the DIAM 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 DIAM 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.ardian.com/fr/communiques-de-presse/ardian-entre-en-negociation-exclusive-en-vue-de-lacquisition-du-group-diam

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06/2016

DIAM acquired by ARDIAN

FRANCE Professional Services / Marketing & Events EV 100M - 350M EUR

Context

Ardian entered into exclusive negotiations to acquire majority control of the DIAM Group from exiting historical sponsors, led by LBO France, in a tertiary leveraged buyout. This transaction marked a key milestone for the group, following a period of substantial top-line growth where revenues jumped from €65 million in 2012 to over €200 million in 2015, fueled by an active "build-up" strategy including the 2016 acquisition of Maison Prugent. The deal featured a highly strategic reinvestment from both the existing executive management team and a historical minority institutional investor, ensuring operational continuity. This capital reorganization aimed to provide the fresh liquidity and renewed strategic momentum required to support the group's next major phase of international expansion.

DIAM, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2015, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , a level to compare with the average currently observed in the Business Services sector (11.5x).

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Target

Diam is a global specialist in point-of-sale merchandising, catering exclusively to the high-end beauty and luxury sectors. The enterprise seamlessly integrates the design, manufacturing, installation, and ongoing maintenance of sophisticated retail displays. While its historical core competency lies in premium visual merchandising, the firm has strategically expanded into elite shopfitting for prestigious boutiques and travel retail environments. The organization distinguishes itself by perfectly combining automated, high-efficiency manufacturing processes with meticulous artisanal finishing. Operating through localized production facilities across multiple continents, it effectively meets the rigorous demands of luxury brands. Driven by an ambitious leadership team, the company actively seeks to accelerate its external growth, specifically targeting the highly lucrative luxury packaging segment and the continuous expansion of its comprehensive in-store service offerings, encompassing installation, digital marketing, and sustainable recycling programs.

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Valuation range: EV 100M - 350M EUR

Revenue range: 150M - 250M EUR

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Acquirer: ardian