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05/2015

PURE TRADE WORLDWIDE acquired by INITIATIVE & FINANCE / ISATIS CAPITAL

FRANCE Chemicals & Materials / Packaging & Containers REV 10M - 30M EUR

Context

Initiative & Finance supported the management team of Pure Trade Worldwide in gaining independence from its parent company, The Brand Nation. This transformative spin-off allowed the CEO and his partners to take majority control of the capital, with Initiative & Finance acting as a minority financial partner.

PURE TRADE WORLDWIDE, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2015, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , a level to compare with the average currently observed in the Industry & Manufacturing sector (11.6x).

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Target

Founded in 1996, Pure Trade is a prominent player in the market for high-end promotional products and packaging specifically tailored for luxury cosmetic and perfume brands. The group operates a "fabless" business model, leveraging an extensive international network of certified suppliers to offer flexible, eco-friendly, and innovative designs. Its client roster includes prestigious names such as Dior, Guerlain, YSL, and Armani. Headquartered in Paris, the company has a global presence with offices in New York, Hong Kong, London, and Barcelona.

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Other operations with PURE TRADE WORLDWIDE

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Revenue range: 10M - 30M EUR

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Target: pure trade worldwide

Acquirer: initiative & finance / isatis capital