At what enterprise value was STELLA acquired in 2015?

During the acquisition of STELLA by ICG in 2015, 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 300M - 700M EUR. By registering for free, you get access to complete and exact transaction details including enterprise value, revenue, and EBITDA.

What was the EV/EBITDA of STELLA when it was acquired by ICG?

The estimated EV/EBITDA multiple for STELLA is in the range of 10x - 18x. Join our community for free to access full valuation data and industry trends.

When was STELLA acquired by ICG?

STELLA was acquired by ICG in 2015.

What was the revenue of STELLA at the time of the deal?

The revenue of STELLA at the time of the deal is estimated to be in the range of 100M - 200M EUR. Register for free to access the full transaction report and exact valuation multiples.

What was the EBITDA of STELLA during the acquisition?

STELLA's EBITDA is estimated to be in the range of 25M - 50M 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 STELLA acquisition sourced and is it reliable?

Mynth data is contributed by a professional community of M&A and Private Equity experts. Each transaction, including the STELLA deal, is systematically cross-verified by our team using private deal documents and official sources. You can also find the official press release for this transaction here: https://capitalfinance.lesechos.fr/deals/lbo/icg-preempte-la-prise-de-controle-de-groupe-stella-109950

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06/2015

STELLA acquired by ICG

FRANCE Construction / Finishing Works / External Joinery EV 300M - 700M EUR

Context

ICG has acquirer a majority stake in Groupe Stella from Equistone Partners Europe, which had been the lead investor since 2010. This quaternary LBO aimed to support the management team in professionalizing the group and initiating its first steps toward international expansion.

STELLA, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2014, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN.

Note that this data is based on contribution from our growing community, composed of M&A and Private Equity professionals, and has been verified by our team to ensure its accuracy.

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Founded in 1954 with the iconic "La Toulousaine" brand, Stella Group is a leading European manufacturer of shutters, grilles, and solar protection solutions for the residential, commercial, and Corporate markets. The group operates through a portfolio of strong brands (La Toulousaine, Profalux, Eveno) and offers a comprehensive range of products including roller shutters, garage doors, gates, and high-security grilles. With state-of-the-art Corporate facilities across France, Stella is distinguished by its indirect distribution model, serving a vast network of over 10,000 professional installers, and its growing leadership in smart home automation integration.

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List of similar M&A transactions (Date, Acquirer, Target, Country, Sector, Deal Context)
Date	Acquirer	Target	Country	Sector	Deal Context
11/2018	PAI PARTNERS	STELLA	FRANCE	Construction	PAI Partners acquired a majority stake in Stella Group, facilitating the exit of ICG, which had backed the company since 2015. The management team reinvested significantly alongside PAI. The strategic rationale for this new investment cycle is to accelerate the Group's internationalization through a targeted 'buy-and-build' strategy, focusing on market consolidation in Germany, Southern Europe, and the Benelux region.
11/2018	STELLA	FLIP	FRANCE	Construction	Stella Group acquired 100% of FLIP from its CEO and the investment firm Siparex. This acquisition was purely geographical, allowing StellaGroup to fill a gap in its national coverage by establishing a strong industrial base in Northern France. The deal brought the group's total headcount to 850 employees and pushed its pro-forma 2018 revenue above the EUR230M threshold.

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Valuation range: EV 300M - 700M EUR

Revenue range: 100M - 200M EUR

EBITDA range: 25M - 50M EUR

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Acquirer: icg