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LA VIE CLAIRE

Acquired by

CREDIT MUTUEL EQUITY

FRANCE Retail / Food Retail / Fine Food / Organic REV 100m EUR - 500m EUR 02/2026

Target

LA VIE CLAIRE

Acquirer

CREDIT MUTUEL EQUITY

Context

Crédit Mutuel Equity acquired a "significant" minority stake in La Vie Claire to support the company’s next phase of transformation. The strategic rationale centers on the second generation of the "Cap Clair" plan launched in 2025. This fresh capital injection will be used to accelerate the expansion of the store network, optimize the franchise model, and further strengthen the visibility of the "La Vie Claire" private label. The partnership aims to solidify the retailer's position in a competitive organic market by enhancing operational efficiency and customer loyalty programs.

LA VIE CLAIRE, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2025, 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 (10.9x).

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Target

La Vie Claire is one of France's historic leaders in organic food distribution. It operates a network of 315 points of sale (a mix of integrated stores and franchises) and employs over 1,000 people. The company distinguishes itself through its strong private label strategy, offering a wide range of exclusive organic products. Under the leadership of Management Board President Christelle Le Hir, the firm has undergone a transformation through the "Cap Clair" strategic plan, focusing on store modernization, digital loyalty initiatives, and operational excellence.

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Authors: mynth contributor (mynth data is contributed by M&A / PE professionals and systematically cross-verified with private deal documents and official press releases).

Acquirer: credit mutuel equity