GRANDIR acquired by INFRAVIA CAPITAL
Context
InfraVia Capital Partners has entered the capital of Grandir, a major international player in early childhood education. This partnership supports the founding family and existing minority investors in their long-term growth strategy. The transaction aims to accelerate the group's international development, particularly in Europe and North America, while supporting its buy-and-build strategy and enhancing its educational offerings across its global network.
GRANDIR, which reported an EBITDA margin of [members only] in 2021, 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
A leading international operator of private nurseries and preschools. Grandir operates over 650 facilities through its brand "Les Petits Chaperons Rouges" in France and several other countries (Germany, UK, USA), providing childcare services for both corporate clients and local authorities.
Ent. Value
€500M–1.5bn
Equity Value
[members only]
Multiples
EV / Revenue
1x–3x
EV / EBITDA
10x–18x
EV / EBIT
[members only]
Historical Financials (EUR)
Other operations with GRANDIR
Other operations with GRANDIR
| Date | Acquirer | Target | Country | Sector |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/2021 | GRANDIR | SODEXO CHILDCARE | FRANCE | Education Providers |
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Valuation range: EV €500M–1.5bn
Revenue range: €250–500M
EBITDA range: €50–100M
EV/Revenue range: 1x - 3x
EV/EBITDA range: 10x - 18x
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Acquirer: infravia capital