At what enterprise value was GROUPE GRIS acquired in 2018?

During the acquisition of GROUPE GRIS by SOCIETE GENERALE CAPITAL PARTENAIRES / BNP PARIBAS DEVELOPPEMENT in 2018, 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 20M - 50M EUR. 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 10.9x, providing a valuable benchmark for this transaction.

What was the EV/EBITDA of GROUPE GRIS when it was acquired by SOCIETE GENERALE CAPITAL PARTENAIRES / BNP PARIBAS DEVELOPPEMENT?

The estimated EV/EBITDA multiple for GROUPE GRIS is in the range of 5x - 12x. For comparison, the Industry & Manufacturing sector currently shows an average EBITDA multiple of 10.9x. Join our community for free to access full valuation data and industry trends.

What was the revenue of GROUPE GRIS at the time of the deal?

The revenue of GROUPE GRIS at the time of the deal is estimated to be in the range of 25M - 50M EUR. Register for free to access the full transaction report and exact valuation multiples.

What was the EBITDA of GROUPE GRIS during the acquisition?

GROUPE GRIS's EBITDA is estimated to be in the range of 5M - 25M EUR. 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.

How is the data for the GROUPE GRIS acquisition sourced and is it reliable?

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10/2018

GROUPE GRIS acquired by SOCIETE GENERALE CAPITAL PARTENAIRES & BNP PARIBAS DEVELOPPEMENT

FRANCE Automotive / Auto Parts & Suppliers EV 20M - 50M EUR

Context

Groupe GRIS successfully completed a capital reorganization through a Management Buy-Out (MBO). The entry of SGCP and BNP Paribas Developpement provided the financial stability to pursue the group's "GRIS 2022" strategic plan, which focused on modernizing production tools and expanding its market share in Germany.

GROUPE GRIS, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2017, 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 (10.9x).

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Groupe GRIS is a leading European manufacturer specialized in the engineering and production of high-precision mechanical components, specifically technical washers and die-cut parts. The group is a Tier 1 and Tier 2 supplier for the global automotive industry and the agricultural machinery sector. Known for its expertise in cold stamping and high-speed punching, Groupe GRIS operates two major production sites in France and Germany (Gris Umformtechnik), ensuring proximity to key European car manufacturers.

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Valuation range: EV 20M - 50M EUR

Revenue range: 25M - 50M EUR

EBITDA range: 5M - 25M EUR

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Acquirer: bnp paribas developpement / societe generale capital partenaires