At what enterprise value was GRUPPO ARAG acquired in 2023?

During the acquisition of GRUPPO ARAG by NORDSON CORPORATION in 2023, the transaction's Enterprise Value is estimated to be in the range of 500M - 1.5b EUR.

What was the EV/EBITDA of GRUPPO ARAG when it was acquired by NORDSON CORPORATION?

The estimated EV/EBITDA multiple for GRUPPO ARAG is in the range of 15x - 25x.

When was GRUPPO ARAG acquired by NORDSON CORPORATION?

GRUPPO ARAG was acquired by NORDSON CORPORATION in 2023.

What was the revenue of GRUPPO ARAG at the time of the deal?

The revenue of GRUPPO ARAG at the time of the deal is estimated to be in the range of 100M - 200M EUR.

What was the EBITDA of GRUPPO ARAG during the acquisition?

GRUPPO ARAG's EBITDA is estimated to be in the range of 50M - 100M EUR.

How is the data for the GRUPPO ARAG acquisition sourced and is it reliable?

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06/2023

GRUPPO ARAG acquired by NORDSON CORPORATION

ITALY Industrial Equipment / Components / Valves, Pumps & Taps EV 500M - 1.5b EUR

Context

Nordson Corporation acquired a 100% stake in Arag Group from the Swiss private equity firm Capvis and the founding family's minority holding. This strategic transaction marks Nordson's entry into the high-growth "precision agriculture" end-market, diversifying its portfolio beyond industrial fluid dispensing and medical technologies. The deal, structured as an all-cash transaction, allows the private equity sponsor to exit after a successful holding period aimed at professionalizing the company and expanding its international reach. For Nordson, the acquisition is highly synergistic: it plans to integrate Arag into its "Industrial Precision Solutions" segment.

By taking control of Gruppo Arag, Nordson Corporation continues its expansion strategy. Previously, the group had completed 3 acquisitions, including Cyberoptics in 2022.

GRUPPO ARAG, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2023, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , representing a to the average currently observed in the Industry & Manufacturing sector (11.6x).

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Target

Headquartered in the heart of Italy's Corporate manufacturing hub, Arag Group is a global leader recognized for its innovation in the field of precision agriculture. Since its establishment in 1976, the company has evolved from a component manufacturer into a provider of integrated systems for agricultural spraying and weeding. Its product portfolio encompasses a wide range of essential technologies, including smart valves, precision nozzles, spray guns, filters, and advanced electronic control units (ECUs) and software that regulate fluid flow with extreme accuracy. These solutions are critical for modern farming as they allow for the precise application of fertilizers and herbicides, significantly reducing chemical waste and environmental impact.

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Valuation range: EV 500M - 1.5b EUR

Revenue range: 100M - 200M EUR

EBITDA range: 50M - 100M EUR

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Acquirer: nordson corporation