INFONET acquired by CYBER1
Context
CYBER1 has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of the share capital of Infonet. The acquisition aligns with CYBER1’s overarching strategy to scale its enterprise product offering within emerging high-growth territories. By integrating Infonet, CYBER1 gains a market-leading position in Turkey, access to a deep network of business development professionals, and a robust client base of over 2,000 customers. The deal offers significant revenue synergy potential through cross-selling of the combined group's broader security portfolio and leveraging the high level of technical expertise present within the Turkish IT market.
INFONET, which reported an EBITDA margin of [members only] in 2017, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of 5x–12x, representing a discount to the average currently observed in the TMT (Tech, Media, Telecom) sector (14.6x).
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Target
Founded in 1995, Infonet is a premier provider of cybersecurity products and solutions in the Turkish market. The firm delivers a comprehensive range of cyber resilience services to a diverse portfolio of enterprise clients across highly regulated industries, including Financial Services, Telecommunications, Manufacturing, and Energy. Operating from offices in Istanbul and Ankara, the company has established itself as a cornerstone of the Turkish IT security landscape, recognized for its long-standing technical expertise and excellence in delivery. The company's business model is centered on acting as a strategic value-added partner to world-class security vendors. By leveraging deep technical proficiency and a robust network of IT channel relationships, the firm provides end-to-end implementation and advisory services.
Ent. Value
$10–30M
Equity Value
[members only]
Multiples
EV / Revenue
below 1.5x
EV / EBITDA
5x–12x
EV / EBIT
[members only]
Historical Financials (USD)
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Valuation range: EV $10–30M
Revenue range: $10–30M
EBITDA range: $0–5M
EV/Revenue range: below 1.5x
EV/EBITDA range: 5x - 12x
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Target: infonet
Acquirer: cyber1