At what enterprise value was GIOVANNI BOZZETTO acquired in 2023?

During the acquisition of GIOVANNI BOZZETTO by AIMIA / PALADIN PRIVATE EQUITY in 2023, 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 300M - 700M CAD. 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 Industry & Manufacturing industry currently tracks an average EBITDA multiple of 10.8x, providing a valuable benchmark for this transaction.

What was the EV/EBITDA of GIOVANNI BOZZETTO when it was acquired by AIMIA / PALADIN PRIVATE EQUITY?

The estimated EV/EBITDA multiple for GIOVANNI BOZZETTO is in the range of 5x - 12x. For comparison, the Industry & Manufacturing sector currently shows an average EBITDA multiple of 10.8x. Join our community for free to access full valuation data and industry trends.

What was the revenue of GIOVANNI BOZZETTO at the time of the deal?

The revenue of GIOVANNI BOZZETTO at the time of the deal is estimated to be in the range of 250M - 500M CAD. Register for free to access the full transaction report and exact valuation multiples.

What was the EBITDA of GIOVANNI BOZZETTO during the acquisition?

GIOVANNI BOZZETTO's EBITDA is estimated to be in the range of 25M - 50M CAD. Join our community for free to access complete and exact deal data.

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.

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03/2023

GIOVANNI BOZZETTO acquired by AIMIA & PALADIN PRIVATE EQUITY

ITALY Chemicals & Materials / Specialty Chemicals EV 300M - 700M CAD

Context

Aimia Inc. acquired a majority stake (~94%) in Giovanni Bozzetto S.p.A. from Chequers Capital and other minority shareholders. The transaction was a partnership with Paladin Private Equity, which received an option to acquire up to 19.9% of the equity. The strategic goal was to leverage Bozzetto’s ESG leadership to expand into the Americas and Asia through organic growth and accretive M&A.

GIOVANNI BOZZETTO, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2022, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN, representing a LOGIN to the average currently observed in the Industry & Manufacturing sector (10.8x).

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Founded in 1919, Bozzetto is a global ESG-focused provider of specialty chemicals. It serves a diverse range of end-markets including textiles (softeners, dyes), construction (plasterboard additives), water treatment, and personal care. The group operates 6 manufacturing facilities worldwide, employs over 500 people, and has a vast portfolio of over 2,000 products.

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List of similar M&A transactions (Date, Acquirer, Target, Country, Sector, Deal Context)
Date	Acquirer	Target	Country	Sector	Deal Context
02/2026	ONE EQUITY PARTNERS	GIOVANNI BOZZETTO	ITALY	Chemicals & Materials	One Equity Partners acquired a majority stake in Giovanni Bozzetto from the Canadian diversified holding company Aimia Inc. and Paladin Private Equity. The transaction followed Aimia's brief ownership period (since May 2023), during which the group expanded into Central America via the acquisition of StarChem. OEP plans to leverage its industrial expertise to accelerate Bozzetto's international expansion, particularly in the Americas and Asia, while doubling down on "Green Chemistry" innovations.

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Valuation range: EV 300M - 700M CAD

Revenue range: 250M - 500M CAD

EBITDA range: 25M - 50M CAD

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Acquirer: paladin private equity / aimia