At what enterprise value was SKRILL GROUP acquired in 2013?

During the acquisition of SKRILL GROUP by CVC in 2013, the company was valued at an estimated revenue multiple of below 5x. The transaction's Enterprise Value is estimated to be in the range of 500M - 1.5b 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 Financial Services industry currently tracks an average EBITDA multiple of 12.6x, providing a valuable benchmark for this transaction.

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

The estimated EV/EBITDA multiple for SKRILL GROUP is in the range of 10x - 18x. For comparison, the Financial Services sector currently shows an average EBITDA multiple of 12.6x. Join our community for free to access full valuation data and industry trends.

When was SKRILL GROUP acquired by CVC?

SKRILL GROUP was acquired by CVC in 2013.

What was the revenue of SKRILL GROUP at the time of the deal?

The revenue of SKRILL GROUP at the time of the deal is estimated to be in the range of 150M - 250M EUR. Register for free to access the full transaction report and exact valuation multiples.

What was the EBITDA of SKRILL GROUP during the acquisition?

SKRILL GROUP's EBITDA is estimated to be in the range of 50M - 100M 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.

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09/2013

SKRILL GROUP acquired by CVC

UNITED KINGDOM Fintech & Payments EV 500M - 1.5b EUR

Context

CVC Capital Partners has agreed to acquire a controlling stake in Skrill Group from Investcorp. Investcorp, which had originally backed the company in 2007, will retain a substantial minority stake and a board seat, signaling continued conviction in the company's future. Under Investcorp's six-year ownership, Skrill transformed from a small startup into a major global player, increasing its revenue more than 25-fold. CVC aims to support the next phase of growth, focusing on expanding the digital wallet's footprint in emerging markets and diversifying its merchant base.

SKRILL GROUP, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2012, 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 (12.6x).

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Founded in 2001, Skrill is one of Europe s largest digital wallet providers and online payment systems. It enables customers to send and receive money globally with just an email address, serving as a popular alternative to traditional banking for cross-border transactions.

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Valuation range: EV 500M - 1.5b EUR

Revenue range: 150M - 250M EUR

EBITDA range: 50M - 100M EUR

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Acquirer: cvc