mynth
10/2023

VODAFONE SPAIN

Acquired by

ZEGONA COMMUNICATIONS

SPAIN Telecom / Operators EV 3b - 100b EUR

Context

Zegona Communications, an investment platform founded by former Virgin Media executives specializing in European telecommunications, has finalized a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of Vodafone Spain from the British Vodafone Group. The divestment thesis marks Vodafone Group’s complete strategic exit from the Iberian market, following a string of asset rationalizations including its recent corporate consolidation with Three UK and the €1.8 billion sale of its Hungarian business. Driven by structural underperformance and an intense domestic price war, Vodafone Group prioritized capital reallocation away from low-yield regions. Furthermore, the strategic rationale was accelerated by the looming merger between domestic rivals Orange and Masmovil, which threatened to severely dilute Vodafone's market share. Under the post-closing operational framework, Zegona Communications will leverage its sector expertise to steer the current number-three Spanish operator, utilizing a 10-year exclusive brand-licensing agreement to maintain commercial continuity under the trusted Vodafone banner.

VODAFONE SPAIN, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2023, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN, a level LOGIN than the average currently observed in the TMT (Tech, Media, Telecom) sector (13.3x).

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Target

Vodafone Spain is a subsidiary of the British Vodafone group, specializing in mobile telecommunications services in Spain. Founded several decades ago, the company has developed a comprehensive range of mobile phone services, mobile internet, and data services for individuals and businesses. With an extensive presence in the Spanish market, Vodafone Spain offers a range of innovative plans and services to meet the needs of its customers. The company's business model is based on the sale of telecommunications services, internet access, and multimedia content. Vodafone Spain is a leading company in the Spanish market, with a solid reputation and a significant presence in the country. The company has invested heavily in network infrastructure and research and development to provide high-quality services to its customers.

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Valuation range: EV 3b - 100b EUR

Revenue range: 2.5b - 5b EUR

EBITDA range: 750M - 1.3b EUR

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Authors: mynth contributor (mynth data is contributed by M&A / PE professionals and systematically cross-verified with private deal documents and official press releases).

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Target: vodafone spain

Acquirer: zegona communications