KEREIS acquired by ADVENT INTERNATIONAL
Context
Advent International entered into exclusive negotiations to acquire Kereis from Bridgepoint. The transaction aimed to support the group's digital transformation and its expansion into new European markets and adjacent insurance products.
It is worth noting that the fund Bridgepoint took control of Kereis through an LBO in 2020.
KEREIS, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2024, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN, representing a LOGIN to the average currently observed in the Financial Services sector (13.1x).
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Target
A European leader in the brokerage of individual protection insurance (especially loan insurance). Kereis provides digital and innovative solutions for banks, insurers, and credit institutions through its specialized subsidiaries.
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Historical Financials (EUR)
Other operations with KEREIS
| Date | Acquirer | Target | Country | Sector | Deal Context |
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| 05/2026 | KEREIS | SANTIANE | FRANCE | Brokerage | The acquisition of Santiane by Kereis represents a strategic move, driven by the latter's intention to expand its market footprint and reinforce its position in the French insurance industry. Through this transaction, Kereis aims to leverage Santiane's expertise in the health and prevoir sector, while also diversifying its service offerings and strengthening its distribution network |
| 05/2020 | BRIDGEPOINT | KEREIS | FRANCE | Brokerage | Bridgepoint has acquired a majority stake in Financière CEP from the American private equity firm JC Flowers & Co and the group's founder, Hubert Guillard. This secondary LBO follows an unsuccessful sale process in 2017 |
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Valuation range: EV 1b - 4b EUR
Revenue range: 250M - 500M EUR
EBITDA range: 150M - 250M EUR
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Target: kereis
Acquirer: advent international