Who owns I.D.C. HOLDING?

I.D.C. HOLDING has been 100% owned by VALEO FOODS GROUP since September 2024.

At what enterprise value was I.D.C. HOLDING acquired in 2024?

During the acquisition of I.D.C. HOLDING by VALEO FOODS GROUP in 2024, the transaction's Enterprise Value is estimated to be in the range of €300–700M.

What was the EV/Revenue multiple of I.D.C. HOLDING when it was acquired by VALEO FOODS GROUP?

The estimated EV/Revenue multiple for I.D.C. HOLDING is in the range of 1x - 3x.

When was I.D.C. HOLDING acquired by VALEO FOODS GROUP?

I.D.C. HOLDING was acquired by VALEO FOODS GROUP in 2024.

What was the revenue of I.D.C. HOLDING at the time of the deal?

The revenue of I.D.C. HOLDING at the time of the deal is estimated to be in the range of €150–250M.

How is the data for the I.D.C. HOLDING acquisition sourced and is it reliable?

Mynth data is contributed by a professional community of M&A and Private Equity experts. Each transaction, including the I.D.C. HOLDING deal, is systematically cross-verified by our team using private deal documents and official sources. You can also find the official press release for this transaction here: https://www.valeofoodsgroup.com/content/news/2024/acquisition-of-idc-holding

What is the average EV/EBITDA multiple for the AgriFood sector in 2026?

The average EV/EBITDA multiple for the AgriFood sector in 2026 is 11.0x.

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09/2024

I.D.C. HOLDING acquired by VALEO FOODS GROUP

SLOVAKIA Food Processing / Food Products EV €300–700M

Context

Valeo Foods Group has agreed to acquire I.D.C. Holding, a major Central European confectionery producer, from its owner Pavol Jakubec. This "transformative" acquisition establishes a strategic cornerstone for Valeo in Eastern Europe, complementing its existing CandyPlus operations in the Czech Republic and Balconi in Italy. The deal adds a portfolio of heritage brands with strong consumer loyalty in the region.

I.D.C. HOLDING, which reported an EBITDA margin of [members only] in 2023, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of [members only], to compare with the average currently observed in the AgriFood sector (11.0x).

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Target

Established over a century ago, I.D.C. Holding is the largest independent producer of confectionery and biscuits in Slovakia. It operates three production sites and employs approximately 1,150 people. The company is best known for its iconic wafer brands Horalky, Mila, and Lina, which hold dominant market positions in Slovakia and the Czech Republic. It also produces hard candies (Verbena) and seasonal chocolate products.

Ent. Value

€300–700M

Equity Value

[members only]

Multiples

EV / Revenue

1x–3x

EV / EBITDA

[members only]

EV / EBIT

[members only]

Historical Financials (EUR)

Year

Rev

EBITDA

EBIT

2023

2022

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Valuation range: EV €300–700M

Revenue range: €150–250M

EV/Revenue range: 1x - 3x

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Acquirer: valeo foods group

I.D.C. HOLDING acquired by VALEO FOODS GROUP

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