GALILEO GLOBAL EDUCATION acquired by TETHYS INVEST
Context
Tethys Invest acquired a minority stake of approximately 20% in Galileo Global Education. The shares were sold by the majority owner, Providence Equity Partners, who retains control of the group alongside existing minority investors CDC International Capital and Mubadala. The transaction was executed without a mandated investment bank. This move aligns with Galileo's strategy to diversify its shareholder base with long-term partners capable of supporting international expansion, particularly in Africa and in the EdTech/Health sectors.
GALILEO GLOBAL EDUCATION, which reported an EBITDA margin of [members only] in 2017, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of 10x–18x, representing a premium to the average currently observed in the Retail & Consumer sector (11.9x).
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Target
Galileo Global Education is a world leader in private higher education. It operates a network of 42 schools (including Paris School of Business, Cours Florent, Strate, Atelier de Sèvres) across 15 countries. The group serves 100,000 students, offering courses ranging from Digital and Design to Art and Management.
Ent. Value
€1–10bn
Equity Value
[members only]
Multiples
EV / Revenue
2x–6x
EV / EBITDA
10x–18x
EV / EBIT
[members only]
Historical Financials (EUR)
Other operations with GALILEO GLOBAL EDUCATION
Other operations with GALILEO GLOBAL EDUCATION
| Date | Acquirer | Target | Country | Sector |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/2022 | GALILEO GLOBAL EDUCATION | EMLYON | FRANCE | Education Providers |
| 03/2020 | TETHYS INVEST / CPPIB (CANADA PENSION PLAN INVESTMENT BOARD) / MONTAGU PRIVATE EQUITY | GALILEO GLOBAL EDUCATION | FRANCE | Education Providers |
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| Date | Acquirer | Target | Country | Sector |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/2020 | TETHYS INVEST / CPPIB (CANADA PENSION PLAN INVESTMENT BOARD) / MONTAGU PRIVATE EQUITY | GALILEO GLOBAL EDUCATION | FRANCE | Education Providers |
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Valuation range: EV €1–10bn
Revenue range: €250–500M
EBITDA range: €50–100M
EV/Revenue range: 2x - 6x
EV/EBITDA range: 10x - 18x
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Target: galileo global education
Acquirer: tethys invest