At what enterprise value was PREZZO acquired in 2014?

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What was the EV/EBITDA of PREZZO when it was acquired by TPG?

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When was PREZZO acquired by TPG?

PREZZO was acquired by TPG in 2014.

What was the EBITDA of PREZZO during the acquisition?

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11/2014

PREZZO acquired by TPG

UNITED KINGDOM Hospitality & Leisure / Hospitality / Restaurants / Chains EV 300M - 700M GBP

Context

TPG Capital, a U.S.-based private equity firm, agreed to acquire Prezzo plc, a publicly-listed UK casual dining chain, in a take-private transaction. The deal was structured as a recommended cash acquisition through Papa Bidco, a newly-incorporated vehicle indirectly owned by TPG funds. The acquisition came after TPG reportedly outbid competitor Advent International, signaling strong private equity interest in the UK's casual dining sector. The board of Prezzo unanimously recommended the offer to its shareholders, concluding that the company required new skills, infrastructure, and investment to advance to its next stage of growth, which TPG was well-positioned to provide. The founding Kaye family, who controlled a majority stake in the company, provided irrevocable undertakings to vote in favor of the deal, ensuring its successful passage. TPG expressed its intention to leverage its extensive experience in the global food and service industry to support Prezzo's management, optimize the company's full potential, and continue its trajectory of consistent and robust growth. The transaction was viewed as a move by TPG to capitalize on a well-run business with a strong operational model and clear potential for further expansion under private ownership.

PREZZO, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2014, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN, representing a LOGIN to the average currently observed in the Retail & Consumer sector (11.0x).

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Target

Prezzo plc is a prominent UK-based operator in the casual dining sector, specializing in Italian cuisine. Founded in 2000 by the Kaye family, who also established the successful Ask and Zizzi restaurant chains, Prezzo rapidly expanded its footprint across the United Kingdom. The company's business model is centered on offering a contemporary Italian dining experience at accessible price points, catering to a broad demographic of consumers including families, couples, and groups. Its restaurants are typically located in a variety of settings, from high-street locations in major cities to smaller market towns, ensuring wide market penetration. The menu features a classic range of Italian dishes, including pizza, pasta, salads, and grilled items, often adapted to local tastes and seasonal availability. The company’s strategy has historically focused on consistent and robust organic growth through the rollout of new restaurant sites. By 2014, the chain had grown to encompass a significant portfolio of 249 restaurants, establishing itself as a key player in the competitive UK casual dining market through its standardized operational model and strong brand identity.

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Valuation range: EV 300M - 700M GBP

EBITDA range: 25M - 50M GBP

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Target: prezzo

Acquirer: tpg