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10/2025

YMAG acquired by INITIATIVE & FINANCE

FRANCE Software / Industry-Specific Software REV 5M - 25M EUR

Context

In light of the reform of the professional training market in France, the management of Ymag (a software publisher specializing in professional training) wanted to structure a primary MBO to take over the company upon the retirement of its founder.

In the past, Ymag was acquired by Septeo in 2024 as part of its expansion strategy.

YMAG, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2018, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , a level to compare with the average currently observed in the TMT (Tech, Media, Telecom) sector (14.5x).

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Target

A leading French developer of ERP and SaaS management solutions dedicated to vocational training centers (CFA) and professional training organizations. The platform automates administrative, educational, and financial workflows.

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Other operations with YMAG

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DateAcquirerTargetCountrySector
12/2024SEPTEOYMAGFRANCEIndustry-Specific Software

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Revenue range: 5M - 25M EUR

EBITDA range: 0M - 5M EUR

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Target: ymag

Acquirer: initiative & finance