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07/2021

IKH acquired by GRAFTON GROUP

FINLAND Industrial Services / Industrial & Technical Distribution EV 100M - 350M EUR

Context

Grafton Group has successfully finalized the acquisition of 100% of the share capital of the target, marking its first entry into the Finnish market and establishing a significant presence in the Nordic region. This strategic transaction represents a pivotal step in the acquirer's international development strategy, specifically targeting high-growth technical wholesale sectors with resilient defensive characteristics. The strategic rationale for the move centers on the acquisition of a high-quality platform that broadens the group’s market position into specialized segments such as personal protective equipment and professional tools.

IKH, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2021, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , a level to compare with the average currently observed in the Business Services sector (11.4x).

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Target

IKH is a premier technical distribution organization specializing in the wholesale and retail of workwear, personal protective equipment, professional tools, and specialized spare parts. The entity’s business model is built on a high-density distribution framework, operating through a sophisticated network of independently-owned partner stores complemented by a selection of flagship owned sites. Its value proposition is anchored in the high-precision availability of a vast product catalog catering to the industrial, construction, and agricultural sectors. Strategically, the firm focuses on the Nordic and Baltic regions, utilizing a centralized logistics and distribution infrastructure to facilitate cross-border expansion into Sweden and Estonia. By maintaining structural operational depth in mission-critical safety and maintenance products, the organization ensures a mission-critical role in the productivity of professional trades and industrial enterprises. The entity prioritizes long-term technical reliability and standardized quality across its diverse partner-led retail presence.

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Valuation range: EV 100M - 350M EUR

Revenue range: 100M - 200M EUR

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