FILIPPO DE LAURENTIIS
Acquired by
QUADRIVIO GROUP
FILIPPO DE LAURENTIIS acquired by QUADRIVIO GROUP
Context
Quadrivio Group, through its Lifestyle Fund II, has acquired a majority stake in Filippo De Laurentiis (Fili S.r.l.) from the founding Ferrante family. This marks the second investment for the Lifestyle Fund II and the sixth overall within the broader Lifestyle segment for Quadrivio. The Ferrante family will remain significantly invested and continue to manage the company. The strategic rationale for the deal is to accelerate the brand's global expansion, particularly in the United States and Asia, while launching a dedicated e-commerce channel and expanding into the retail market. Additionally, the partnership aims to diversify the product range by introducing a dedicated women's collection. The acquisition highlights the continued consolidation of high-end Italian textile manufacturers by specialized private equity funds seeking to scale artisanal excellence.
FILIPPO DE LAURENTIIS, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2023, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN, a level to compare with the average currently observed in the Retail & Consumer sector (11.0x).
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Target
Founded in 2011 by the Ferrante family, Filippo De Laurentiis is a specialized Italian knitwear brand positioned in the "Affordable Luxury" and premium segments. The business model is deeply rooted in the "Made in Italy" heritage, focusing on the research, production, and marketing of high-quality knitwear primarily for men. The company's value proposition centers on the use of noble fibers such as cashmere, wool, yak, alpaca, silk, and linen, combined with contemporary styling. Strategically, the company operates a wholesale-heavy model, generating over 40% of its revenue internationally, specifically in Japan, Germany, and the UK. It is recognized for its operational agility and its ability to blend artisanal Italian craftsmanship with modern industrial efficiency.
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Revenue range: 5M - 25M EUR
EBITDA range: 0M - 5M EUR
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Acquirer: quadrivio group