At what enterprise value was SEBIA acquired in 2017?

You can find the full valuation details of SEBIA on mynth capital. The transaction's Enterprise Value is estimated to be in the range of 1b - 4b EUR. By registering for free, you get access to complete and exact transaction details including enterprise value, revenue, and EBITDA. Additionally, our database shows that the Healthcare & Pharma industry currently tracks an average EBITDA multiple of 14.4x, providing a valuable benchmark for this transaction.

What was the EV/EBITDA of SEBIA when it was acquired by CVC?

The estimated EV/EBITDA multiple for SEBIA is in the range of 15x - 25x. For comparison, the Healthcare & Pharma sector currently shows an average EBITDA multiple of 14.4x. Join our community for free to access full valuation data and industry trends.

When was SEBIA acquired by CVC?

SEBIA was acquired by CVC in 2017.

What was the EBITDA of SEBIA during the acquisition?

SEBIA's EBITDA is estimated to be in the range of 100M - 200M EUR. Join our community for free to access complete and exact deal data.

What is Enterprise Value (EV)?

Enterprise Value (EV) is a measure of a company's total value, often used as a more comprehensive alternative to equity market capitalization. EV includes in its calculation the market capitalization of a company but also short-term and long-term debt as well as any cash on the company's balance sheet.

What is the EV/EBITDA multiple and why is it used?

The EV/EBITDA multiple is a financial ratio that compares a company's Enterprise Value (EV) to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA). It is widely used in M&A and valuation because it allows for comparisons between companies with different capital structures and provides a clear view of operational profitability.

How is the data for the SEBIA acquisition sourced and is it reliable?

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10/2017

SEBIA acquired by CVC

FRANCE Life Sciences / Medical Devices / Diagnostic Equipment EV 1b - 4b EUR

Context

CVC and the Canadian company CDPQ are acquiring control of the medical diagnostics specialist Sebia. The company is valued at nearly EUR2 billion, according to multiple sources.

SEBIA, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2017, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN, representing a LOGIN to the average currently observed in the Healthcare & Pharma sector (14.4x).

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Target

A global leader in in-vitro diagnostics (IVD), specializing in clinical electrophoresis technology. Founded in 1967, Sebia provides automated equipment and reagents used by medical laboratories worldwide to screen and monitor diseases such as multiple myeloma, metabolic disorders (diabetes), and hemoglobinopathies. The company generates over 90% of its sales internationally and has a direct presence in 15 countries.

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List of similar M&A transactions (Date, Acquirer, Target, Country, Sector, Deal Context)
Date	Acquirer	Target	Country	Sector	Deal Context
08/2025	WARBURG PINCUS	SEBIA	FRANCE	Life Sciences	The French medical diagnostics giant Sebia welcomes a new heavyweight investor, Warburg Pincus, into its capital. This transaction, valuing the company at over EUR5 billion, sees the partial exit of minority shareholders CDPQ and ICG. The current majority owners, CVC Capital Partners and Tethys Invest (the Bettencourt-Meyers family office), retain a significant stake and will continue to back the company alongside Warburg Pincus. This new consortium aims to support Sebia's expansion in the US and Asian markets and fund potential acquisitions in the IVD space.

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Valuation range: EV 1b - 4b EUR

EBITDA range: 100M - 200M EUR

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Target: sebia

Acquirer: cvc