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When was KAPTEN & SO acquired by ARDIAN?

KAPTEN & SO was acquired by ARDIAN in 2021.

What was the revenue of KAPTEN & SO at the time of the deal?

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10/2021

KAPTEN & SO acquired by ARDIAN

GERMANY Consumer Products / Fashion & Apparel REV 50M - 100M EUR

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Ardian Growth acquired a minority stake in Kapten & Son to support the company's international expansion and operational scaling. The investment was made through the EUR320 million Ardian Growth Fund II. The founders retained a majority stake to remain incentivized as they collaborate with Ardian on a strategic roadmap. This partnership focuses on further penetrating the German market followed by a targeted entry into the French market and eventually global expansion. The growth strategy includes a potential buy-and-build approach in niche segments and the co-development of new product lines, leveraging Ardian's pan-European network and digital expertise to transition the brand from a regional leader to a global lifestyle player.

KAPTEN & SO, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2020, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN, a level to compare with the average currently observed in the Retail & Consumer sector (11.0x).

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Founded in 2014, Kapten & Son is a leading German e-commerce company that develops, produces, and distributes lifestyle and fashion accessories, including backpacks, sunglasses, and watches. The brand is known for its strong digital presence, particularly on Instagram, and its data-driven approach to customer behavior and sales analysis.

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Acquirer: ardian