read more

Google Inc., acquired ITA Software

Software

 15

Online & Mobile

 12

Private Equity

 4
Software

Niche Software

 15
Online & Mobile

SaaS/ASP

 12
Search Breadth
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Narrower
Broader
save search to my segments

Software

 1

Online & Mobile

 1
Software

Niche Software

 1
Online & Mobile

SaaS/ASP

 1

Entertainment

 3

Media & Marketing

 3

Software

 14

Online & Mobile

 15
Entertainment

Entertainment and IP Services

 1

Publishing

 2
Media & Marketing

Consumer Publishing

 2

Internet Media

 1
Software

Consumer Software

 7

Niche Software

 4

Business Software

 3
Online & Mobile

E-Commerce

 5

E-Marketing & Search

 3

Communications

 1

SaaS/ASP

 6

Entertainment

 10

Media & Marketing

 13

Software

 14

Online & Mobile

 12

Private Equity

 2
Entertainment

Internet

 9

Video Games

 1
Media & Marketing

Consumer Publishing

 1

Entertainment Content

 1

Internet Media

 11
Software

Consumer Software

 10

Business Software

 4
Online & Mobile

E-Marketing & Search

 11

SaaS/ASP

 1
Search Breadth
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Narrower
Broader
save search to my segments

note: a single transaction may fall into multiple segments
view all transactions
Basic features include:
  • Weekly Alerts
  • View Full Listing of Recent Deals
  • Trends
Premium features include:
  • Daily-Weekly-Monthly Custom Alerts
  • Drill down on comparable historical deals
  • Search for target or buyer by name
  • See historical deals by buyer or seller
  • Buyer and seller watch lists
  • Custom Segments
  • Bookmark deals
  • Export Listings to PDF
  • buyer to watch list
  • seller to watch list
  • Email
  • LinkedIn
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Google Plus
  • Yahoo Buzz
  • Delicious
  • Digg
  • StumbleUpon
  • Newsvine
  • Reddit
  • Technorati

Like ITA Software

closed 4/13/2011 via BusinessWire

Google Inc., acquired ITA Software

See 82 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Battery Ventures, a multi-stage investment firm focused on technology and innovation worldwide, announced that Google has acquired Cambridge, MA-based portfolio company ITA Software. ITA's QPX software tool for organizing flight information is used by leading airlines and travel distributors worldwide.
buyer: Google Inc.(GOOG:$50,175.00)
Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people with information every day. Google is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program provides businesses with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users.
target parent: Battery Ventures
target: ITA Software
ITA Software creates innovative solutions for the travel industry. ITA's QPX software tool for organizing flight information is used by leading airlines and travel distributors worldwide, including Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Bing, Continental Airlines, Hotwire, Kayak, etc.
price ($mm)
$700
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 7/7/2010 via BusinessWire

Sabre Holdings Corporation, acquired Flightline Data Services, Inc.

See 82 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Sabre Holdings announced the acquisition of Flightline Data Services Inc., a leading provider of airline crew member schedule management solutions. This acquisition will enhance Sabre AirCentre Enterprise Operations suite of Airline Operations products and services.
buyer parent:Silver Lake Partners
buyer: Sabre Holdings Corporation
Sabre Holdings connects people with the world's greatest travel possibilities by retailing travel products and providing distribution and technology solutions for the travel industry.
target: Flightline Data Services, Inc.
Based in Fayetteville, Georgia, Flightline serves over 20 airlines in North America. It provides airlines and crew members with solutions to successfully manage complex crew management issues, including planning and scheduling.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 11/22/2010 via BusinessWire

ITT Corporation, purchased Airport Operations Solutions from SRA International, Inc.

See 97 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: ITT Corporation announced that it has completed the previously announced acquisition of SRA International’s Airport Operations Solutions (AOS) group, a leading provider of airport solutions in North America since 1974.
buyer: ITT Corporation(ITT:$11,694.80)
ITT is a high-technology engineering and manufacturing company with more than 40,000 employees. Their businesses are aligned with enduring, global growth drivers, and bringing extraordinary focus to meeting the needs of the people who buy and use their products and services.
seller: SRA International, Inc.(SRX:$1,740.65)
Airport Operations Solutions developed AirScene.com software, the world’s most comprehensive, web-based application suite for airport operations. The AirScene.com application utilizes a common database to ensure the accuracy and consistency of all airport system data.
price ($mm)
$6.00
rev ($mm)
$4
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
1.7x
EV / EBITDA
closed 8/1/2012 via BusinessWire

Sabre Airline Solutions, acquired PRISM Group, Inc.

See 82 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Sabre Airline Solutions announced the acquisition of PRISM Group, Inc., the industry leader of airline corporate customer management solutions including advanced decision support capabilities. PRISM’s solutions enable airlines to get the most value from one of their critical customer segments – corporations.
buyer parent:SilverLake
buyer: Sabre Airline Solutions
Sabre Airline Solutions® provides technology solutions to the global aviation industry. It operates the industry’s largest SaaS business, with its innovative reservations system, commercial planning and operations software used by more than 300 airlines and over 100 airports around the world.
target: PRISM Group, Inc.
PRISM Group, Inc. solutions are focused on maximizing the value of the contracts between an airline and its corporate customers. The solutions assess historical traffic patterns and other key points of interest to help manage agreements with corporations that travel across the airline’s network.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 1/10/2011 via BusinessWire

Rockwell Collins, Inc., acquired Computing Technologies for Aviation, Inc.

See 80 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Rockwell Collins, Inc. has announced its acquisition of Computing Technologies for Aviation, Inc. (CTA), a leading provider of flight operations management solutions for corporate flight departments and other aviation customers.
buyer: Rockwell Collins, Inc.(COL:$4,806.00)
Rockwell Collins, Inc. is a pioneer in the development and deployment of innovative communication and aviation electronics solutions for both commercial and government applications.
target: Computing Technologies for Aviation, Inc.
Computing Technologies for Aviation, Inc. (CTA) develops, markets and supports a comprehensive Flight Operations System (FOS) for corporate, government, aircraft management and charter, repair stations, and regional airlines operations.
price ($mm)
$11
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 9/28/2010 via BusinessWire

Sabre Airline Solutions, acquired f:wz aviation software

See 80 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Sabre Holdings announced the acquisition of f:wz, a leading provider of flight planning solutions. This acquisition will enhance Sabre AirCentre Enterprise Operations suite of flight planning products and services.
buyer parent:Silver Lake Partners
buyer: Sabre Airline Solutions
The world's leading provider of integrated solutions and services for airlines and airports, Sabre Airline Solutions helps companies generate more revenue by optimizing performance in 14 key areas of airline operations.
target parent: Dubai Aerospace Enterprises
target: f:wz aviation software
f:wz provides state-of-the-art solutions to airlines worldwide. In addition to its core Flight Planning capabilities, f:wz’s tools also provide services for navigation database management, aircraft performance support, route and restriction database support and NOTAM management.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
announced 1/19/2011 via BusinessWire

RightNow Technologies, Inc., will acquire Q-go.com B.V.

See 83 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: RightNow announced the Company has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Q-go.com B.V., a best-in-class natural language search solutions provider. The acquisition is expected to open new sales opportunities in key industries with both new and existing clients.
buyer: RightNow Technologies, Inc.(RNOW:$152.69)
RightNow CX, the customer experience suite, helps organizations deliver exceptional customer experiences across the web, social networks and contact centers, all delivered via the cloud. RightNow is the customer experience fabric for nearly 2,000 organizations around the globe.
target: Q-go.com B.V.
Q-go is a global industry leader in online customer service technology for the airline, financial services and telecommunications industries. Q-go’s SaaS-based application is powered by comprehensive vertical domain dictionaries and the most advanced semantic technology available.
price ($mm)
$36
rev ($mm)
$8
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
4.5x
EV / EBITDA
closed 11/2/2012 via BusinessWire

AFS, acquired Logica

See 947 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: AFS, a transportation cost management company based in Shreveport, LA, announced the acquisition of parcel audit and technology firm, Logica, LLC, based in Salt Lake City, UT. Logica will continue to develop their spend management technology while maintaining a focus on customer experience.
buyer: AFS
AFS is a cost management partner who increases client profitability and efficiencies through specialized consulting and technology services. Based in Shreveport, LA, AFS has over 700 clients in North America with 18 operations and sales offices throughout the US.
target: Logica
One of the country’s top freight and UPS, FedEx and DHL audit firms, Logica employs cutting-edge technology and deep expertise to identify and eliminate shipping overcharges for mid to large size organizations.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 10/25/2012 via PR Newswire

Boeing Defense, Space & Security, acquired Miro Technologies, Inc.

See 129 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Boeing has acquired Miro Technologies, a software company specializing in enterprise asset and supply chain management; maintenance, repair and overhaul services; and Performance-Based Logistics management for government and commercial customers worldwide, joining the Global Services & Support business within Boeing Defense, Space & Security.
buyer parent:The Boeing Company
buyer: Boeing Defense, Space & Security
Boeing Defense, Space & Security is one of the world's largest defense, space and security businesses specializing in innovative and capabilities-driven customer solutions, and the world's largest and most versatile manufacturer of military aircraft.
target: Miro Technologies, Inc.
Miro Technologies provides advanced software solutions that manage maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) for high value, complex assets for air, space, sea and ground.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 6/18/2012 via

Descartes Systems Group Inc., acquired IES, Ltd.

See 104 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Descartes Systems Group announced the closing of its acquisition of substantially all of the assets of Integrated Export Systems, Ltd. and IES Asia Limited (collectively referred to as "IES"). IES provides SaaS solutions that help freight forwarders, non-vessel operating common carriers, and customs brokers manage their businesses.
buyer: Descartes Systems Group Inc.(DSGX:$113.99)
Descartes Systems Group is the global leader in providing on-demand, software-as-a-service solutions focused on improving the productivity, performance and security of logistics-intensive businesses. Its headquarters are in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.
target: IES, Ltd.
Integrated Export Systems provides SaaS solutions that help freight forwarders, non-vessel operating common carriers, and customs brokers manage their businesses and improve profitability. IES delivers its solutions to more than 600 customers with users in over 70 countries worldwide.
price ($mm)
$34
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
announced 12/5/2011 via GlobeNewswire

SkyBitz, Inc. will be merged with Telular Corporation,

See 100 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Telular Corporation announced the signing of a definitive merger agreement to acquire SkyBitz, Inc., the leading provider of mobile resource management solutions focusing on tracking and management of truck trailers, intermodal containers, sea-going containers, rail cars, power generators and rental equipment.
buyer: Telular Corporation(WRLS:$50.50)
Telular Corporation provides remote monitoring solutions for business and residential customers, enabling security systems and industrial applications to exchange actionable information, typically through the use of wireless technology.
target: SkyBitz, Inc.
SkyBitz is a leader in global remote asset management solutions, providing real-time information on the location and status of assets. SkyBitz delivers its solution via SkyBitz Insight, a secure web-based application that is fully customizable and requires no software downloads.
price($mm)[EV]
$38 [$127]
rev ($mm)
$31
EBITDA ($mm)
$3
EV / rev
4.3x
EV / EBITDA
38.9x
closed 9/20/2011 via Company Press Release

Vestar Capital Partners, Warburg Pincus, acquired International Asset Systems USA Limited

See 100 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Warburg Pincus and Vestar Capital Partners, two leading global privateequity firms, announced they acquired joint control of transportation industry technology firm IAS® (International Asset Systems). Pritzker family business interests will retain a significant equity stake in the company.
buyer: Warburg Pincus
buyer: Vestar Capital Partners
Warburg Pincus LLC is a private equity and venture capital firm that typically invests in financial services; healthcare; media, information and communication technology, and telecommunications; energy; consumer and industrials; and real estate sectors.
target: International Asset Systems USA Limited
International Asset Systems (IAS®) is the global leader in providing web-based applications serving the intermodal industry.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 2/16/2011 via PR Newswire

England Logistics, Inc., acquired TMS Technologies LLC

See 104 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: England Logistics, Inc., a leading provider of third party logistics and supply chain engineering services, has announced that it has acquired TMS Technologies, LLC, in Alma, Michigan. TMS Technologies offers shippers and logistics providers customized and cost-effective solutions tailored to their supply chain needs.
buyer parent:C.R. England Inc.
buyer: England Logistics, Inc.
England Logistics is a freight brokerage firm that offers a vast portfolio of non-asset based transportation solutions ranging from full truckload sourcing, dry and temperature-controlled LTL and parcel, special projects engineering, global sourcing, and complete supply chain engineering.
target: TMS Technologies LLC
Using cloud technology originally developed by Google, TMS Technologies offers shippers and logistics providers customized and cost-effective solutions tailored to their supply chain needs.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 9/1/2010 via PR Newswire

Vix Technology, acquired ACIS

See 44 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Vix Technology has announced the acquisition of ACIS, a leading international provider of Intelligent Transportation Solutions (ITS) and Real Time Passenger Information (RTPI) systems, headquartered in the Cambridge, UK.
buyer: Vix Technology
Vix Technology is an international provider of market-leading products and services to both the public and private sectors.
target parent: The Carlyle Group
target: ACIS
ACIS is a market leader of Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) technology. The Company's embedded technology products provide real time intelligence that better informs the communities in which it operates and drives efficiencies into transport operating companies.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 9/4/2009 via Market Wire

iDrive, SRL merged with Solutions Group, Inc.,

See 17 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Santa Barbara based Solutions Group, Inc. announced that it has completed the merger with Romanian based iDrive, SRL, a provider of next generation professional event data recording systems for vehicle protection.
buyer: Solutions Group, Inc.
Solutions Group, Inc. seamlessly integrates its regional design centers in North America with its lower cost off-shore engineering locations in Romania and Mexico to provide exceptional blended pricing solutions and reduced product design cycle times.
target: iDrive, SRL
idrive is a Professional Event Data Recorder system for vehicles which can capture High Definition videos, both of the front of the vehicle and the rear, using a dual camera device and records when an event occurs, including: accidents, aggressive driving behavior, door open event or panic.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 11/10/2006 via Company Press Release

The Carlyle Group, acquired ACIS

See 44 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Global private equity firm The Carlyle Group has acquired ACIS, the U.K.’s largest supplier of Real Time Passenger Information systems from Inflexion Private Equity. Financial details are not disclosed.
buyer: The Carlyle Group(CG:$2,973.10)
The Carlyle Group is a private global investment firm that originates, structures and acts as lead equity investor in management-led buyouts, strategic minority equity investments, equity private placements, consolidations and buildups, and growth capital financings.
target parent: Inflexion Private Equity
target: ACIS
ACIS' innovative and dynamic forward thinking has turned it into one of Europe's leading suppliers of Real Time Passenger Information and Bus Operator fleet management. ACIS is able to offer a complete package of IT solutions, systems design and configuration.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 9/25/2012 via PR Newswire

Traxo LLC, acquired GoMiles

See 231 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Traxo, the leading website combining online travel organization and social travel tools, announced the acquisition of the assets of GoMiles, a well-respected provider of frequent flyer management services for consumers.
buyer: Traxo LLC
Traxo is the world’s most comprehensive aggregator of personal travel information, including: itineraries, miles, points, and elite status. The service automatically detects and aggregates travel information directly from over 160 different travel websites.
target: GoMiles
GoMiles is the easiest and best way to manage frequent flyer miles. GoMiles helps users take control of their frequent flyer miles once and for all, by helping users manage all their accounts in one place, protect them from expiring, earn more miles faster, and redeem smarter.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 11/13/2009 via BusinessWire

TouchStar Solutions, LLC, acquired C1 Consulting Pty Ltd

See 741 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Leading mobile computing and field workforce automation specialist, TouchStar, announced that it has acquired C1 Consulting, Australia’s leading mobile data solutions systems integrator. C1 brings to TouchStar, its leading fleet management software solution, C1 Mobile, as well as extensive industry experience that TouchStar will leverage.
buyer: TouchStar Solutions, LLC
TouchStar develops mobile computing and automated field workforce solutions for a broad range of industries across a multinational marketplace. TouchStar primarily provides mobility solutions to the distribution, field service, energy, emergency services and transportation industries.
target: C1 Consulting Pty Ltd
C1 Group is Australia's leading integrator and distributor of Windows Powered mobile computing and communications solutions, high technology mobile and innovative hardware, integrated mobile software design, development and strategic consulting to the Australia marketplace.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 5/12/2011 via Company Press Release

Arlington Capital Partners, acquired Iron Data, LLC

See 93 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Thompson Street Capital Partners has announced the recapitalization of Iron Data Solutions, a Memphis-registered process efficiency software company. Iron Data offers a comprehensive suite of solutions, called Intelligent Process Management that assess, improve, manage and monitor challenging operational process issues.
buyer: Arlington Capital Partners
Arlington Capital Partners is a private equity firm with over $450 million of committed capital. They are focused on management buyout and late stage expansion equity investment opportunities. Targets are middle-market companies with enterprise values typically between $50 million and $500 million.
target parent: Thompson Street Capital Partners
target: Iron Data, LLC
Iron Data, LLC. was founded to respond to the increasing demand for cost effective business transaction software and services. Iron Data focused initially on several specific government contract opportunities to provide end-to-end front and back office data processing solutions.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 9/13/2012 via Company Press Release

GeoConcept SA, acquired Opti-Time

See 95 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: GeoConcept, the designer of geographical optimisation technologies for professionals, is announcing the acquisition of Opti-Time, which publishes software for organising enterprise mobile resources.
buyer: GeoConcept SA
Founded in 1990, GeoConcept SA is a company specializing in the design and implementation of cartographic optimization technologies for professional use.
target: Opti-Time
OPTI-TIME SA publishes software for real time planning of teams and their visits, optimization of vehicle routes and geomarketing.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
Pages:  
1   
2   
3   
4   
*Price paid does not equal Enterprise Value as the buyer aqcuired less than 100% of target
closed 4/13/2011 via BusinessWire

Google Inc., acquired ITA Software

See 82 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Battery Ventures, a multi-stage investment firm focused on technology and innovation worldwide, announced that Google has acquired Cambridge, MA-based portfolio company ITA Software. ITA's QPX software tool for organizing flight information is used by leading airlines and travel distributors worldwide.
buyer: Google Inc.(GOOG:$50,175.00)
Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people with information every day. Google is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program provides businesses with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users.
target parent: Battery Ventures
target: ITA Software
ITA Software creates innovative solutions for the travel industry. ITA's QPX software tool for organizing flight information is used by leading airlines and travel distributors worldwide, including Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Bing, Continental Airlines, Hotwire, Kayak, etc.
price ($mm)
$700
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 4/24/2013 via Reuters

Google Inc., acquired Wavii, Inc.

See Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Google, Inc. has acquired Wavii, the Seattle-based startup behind a news summarization app, for roughly $30 million in cash. The acquisition of Wavii will help Google's plan in enhancing how consumers experience news.
buyer: Google Inc.(GOOG:$50,175.00)
Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people with information every day. Google is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program provides businesses with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users.
target: Wavii, Inc.
Wavii, Inc., the Seattle-based startup helps users keep up with everything they care about in a personalized news feed. Wavii automatically creates status updates for users' favorite politicians, celebrities, gadgets, and more.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 4/4/2013 via BNC Analysis

Arthur Frommer, acquired Frommer's

See 453 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Google has sold Frommer’s back to the founder of the company, Arthur Frommer. Frommer's is a travel guidebook series and one of the bestselling travel guides in America. The series began in 1957 with the publication of Arthur Frommer's book, Europe on $5 a Day.
buyer: Arthur Frommer
Arthur Frommer founded the Frommer’s guidebook series of books in 1957 with one of the first publications called “Europe on $5 a Day.”
target parent: Google Inc.
target: Frommer's
Since the 1957 publication of Arthur Frommer's revolutionary Europe on $5 a Day, the Frommer's collection of travel products has expanded to include over 300 guidebooks as well as this popular Frommers.com Web site, reaffirming Frommer's as the most trusted name in travel today.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 3/12/2013 via BNC Analysis

Google Inc., acquired DNN research

See Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Google acquired DNNresearch, a young startup founded in Toronto, Canada. DNNresearch Inc. develops voice and image recognition solutions. Google acquired the startup’s research on neural networks to help it go beyond traditional search algorithms in its ability to identify pieces of content, images, voice, text and so on.
buyer: Google Inc.(GOOG:$50,175.00)
Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people with information every day. Google is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program provides businesses with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users.
target: DNN research
DNNresearch Inc. develops voice and image recognition solutions and is based in Toronto, Canada.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 2/22/2013 via BNC Analysis

Heilemann Ventures GmbH, acquired DailyDeal

See 270 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: DailyDeal founders Fabian and Ferry Heilemann of Heilemann Ventures GmbH have bought the German language deals site back from Google. DailyDeal operates in Germany, Switzerland and Austria.
buyer: Heilemann Ventures GmbH
As a team of succesful entrepreneurs with a proven track-record, Heilemann Ventures GmbH provides Seed- and Early-Stage financing for European digital entrepreneurs in the web and mobile space. They are based in Berlin and focus their investment around transaction-driven business models.
target parent: Google Inc.
target: DailyDeal
Founded in 2009, DailyDeal is a German daily deals website that has expanded beyond Germany into Switzerland and Austria. Consumers can find the best deals on travel, entertainment, and much more on DailyDeal.de.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
announced 2/6/2013 via GlobeNewswire

Google Inc., will acquire Channel Intelligence, Inc.

See Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Channel Intelligence, Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Google Inc. for $125 million in cash. Channel Intelligence helps marketers outperform online with its CI Boost services: Facebook Platform, Where-to-Buy, Product Search Engines and Shopping Engine solutions.
buyer: Google Inc.(GOOG:$50,175.00)
Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people with information every day. Google is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program provides businesses with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users.
target parent: ICG Group, Inc.
target: Channel Intelligence, Inc.
Channel Intelligence is the global ecommerce marketing leader at driving product sales online so clients outperform their competition. Leading brands and major retailers use their data-driven services to commerce-enable all of digital marketing assets and to drive product sales online.
price ($mm)
$125*
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 11/30/2012 via BNC Analysis

Google Inc., acquired Bufferbox

See 3 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Google announced their acquisition of YC alumni BufferBox, a Waterloo-based startup that specializes in providing users with temporary lockers to receive delivery of packages from online e-commerce retailers. The company is led by a founding team of three University of Waterloo graduates, Mike McCauley, Aditya Bali and Jay Shah.
buyer: Google Inc.(GOOG:$50,175.00)
Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people with information every day. Google is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program provides businesses with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users.
target: Bufferbox
BufferBox is a Canadian startup company from the University of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada and was co-founded by Jay Shah, Aditya Bali and Mike McCauley. It is a service offering users a temporary parcel pickup station for packages ordered online.
price ($mm)
$17
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 11/29/2012 via BNC Analysis

Google Inc., acquired Incentive Targeting

See 273 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Internet search giant Google, Inc has acquired Online coupon start-up Incentive Targeting, Inc. The company's patent-pending technology allows non-technical marketing executives to design sophisticated, relevant promotions—and helps measure return on investment in real time—directly over the Internet.
buyer: Google Inc.(GOOG:$50,175.00)
Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people with information every day. Google is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program provides businesses with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users.
target: Incentive Targeting
Founded in February of 2007, Incentive Targeting partners with retail chains to provide a targeted marketing service to manufacturers of grocery and consumer products.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 10/4/2012 via BNC Analysis

Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc, acquired Viewdle, Inc.

See 481 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Motorola Mobility has acquired image and gesture recognition firm Viewdle. Viewdle sits between the camera and the consumer—introducing new user experiences in mobile interaction, augmented reality, photo management, gaming, social networking, and marketing.
buyer parent:Google Inc.
buyer: Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc(MMI:$11,460.00)
Motorola Mobility, Inc. fuses innovative technology with human insights. Its portfolio includes converged mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets; wireless accessories; end-to-end video and data delivery; and management solutions, including set-tops and data-access devices.
target: Viewdle, Inc.
Based in Silicon Valley, Viewdle is the only independent, mobile-focused computer vision company. Viewdle sits between the camera and the consumer—introducing new user experiences in mobile interaction, augmented reality, photo management, gaming, social networking, and marketing.
price ($mm)
$45
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 9/17/2012 via Reuters

Google Inc., acquired Nik Software

See 457 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Google Inc said it bought Instagram rival Nik Software, which makes award-winning photo editing application Snapseed, for an undisclosed amount. Snapseed has won a following for its editing prowess among photographers, despite a $4.99 price tag.
buyer: Google Inc.(GOOG:$50,175.00)
Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people with information every day. Google is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program provides businesses with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users.
target: Nik Software
Nik Software, Inc. develops award-winning desktop and mobile software solutions and technologies for the professional digital imaging and consumer photography markets. Its Snapseed app has won a following for its editing prowess among photographers, despite a $4.99 price tag.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 9/7/2012 via Reuters

Google Inc., acquired VirusTotal

See 384 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Google Inc has bought startup VirusTotal. VirusTotal operates by accepting requests for virus checks, running every available protection software on the questioned document or pages, then distributing the results to security vendors.
buyer: Google Inc.(GOOG:$50,175.00)
Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people with information every day. Google is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program provides businesses with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users.
target: VirusTotal
VirusTotal is a free online service that analyzes files and URLs enabling the identification of viruses, worms, trojans and other kinds of malicious content detected by antivirus engines and website scanners.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 8/13/2012 via BNC Analysis

Google Inc., acquired Frommer's

See 453 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Google has announced that it is buying the Frommer's travel guidebooks from John Wiley & Sons. Google intends to integrate the Frommer's content with Zagat over time, but it will initially offer the reviews of hotels, restaurants and sights across the world on the Web under the Frommer's brand name.
buyer: Google Inc.(GOOG:$50,175.00)
Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people with information every day. Google is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program provides businesses with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users.
target parent: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
target: Frommer's
Since the 1957 publication of Arthur Frommer's revolutionary Europe on $5 a Day, the Frommer's collection of travel products has expanded to include over 300 guidebooks as well as this popular Frommers.com Web site, reaffirming Frommer's as the most trusted name in travel today.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 7/31/2012 via BNC Analysis

Google Inc., acquired Wildfire Interactive, Inc.

See 766 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Google has bought social marketing software developer Wildfire Interactive, which lets brands serve marketing and ad campaigns on Facebook, Google+, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube and LinkedIn. The acquisition will allow Google to provide advanced software and services to brands who want to run contests, sweepstakes, branded games and more on Google+.
buyer: Google Inc.(GOOG:$50,175.00)
Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people with information every day. Google is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program provides businesses with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users.
target: Wildfire Interactive, Inc.
Wildfire Interactive, Inc. is a social media marketing software company. The company provides an all-in-one social marketing solution for large brands, small businesses and agencies looking to grow, engage and monetize their audiences across social channels.
price ($mm)
$250
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 7/20/2012 via BNC Analysis

Google Inc., acquired Sparrow

See 50 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Google has acquired Sparrow, the company behind the popular iOS and OS X email client. The company’s team will be joining Google’s Gmail team. Sparrow’s OS X application launched in October 2011 and its iOS app launched in March 2012.
buyer: Google Inc.(GOOG:$50,175.00)
Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people with information every day. Google is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program provides businesses with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users.
target: Sparrow
Sparrow is the company behind the popular iOS and OS X email client. Sparrow’s OS X application launched in October 2011 and its iOS app launched in March 2012.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 6/5/2012 via BNC Analysis

Google Inc., acquired Quickoffice, Inc.

See 267 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Google announced that it had acquired Quickoffice, the mobile productivity software suite most popularly known for its Android and iOS document-editing applications. The software is most often seen touted on Android and iOS devices as an easy way to view and edit Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint documents from their mobile phones.
buyer: Google Inc.(GOOG:$50,175.00)
Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people with information every day. Google is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program provides businesses with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users.
target: Quickoffice, Inc.
Installed on over 300 million devices in more than 180 countries, Quickoffice is the worldwide leader in mobile office solutions. Quickoffice delivers high quality, innovative mobile office software and solutions and is revolutionizing the way people use their mobile devices.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
announced 6/4/2012 via Reuters

Google Inc., will acquire Meebo

See 1301 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: The world's biggest search engine, Google Inc, will buy Meebo Inc, a startup that helps online publishers connect their websites with social network sites. Meebo is a consumer internet company focused on driving user engagement across the web, reaching approximately half of the U.S. internet population.
buyer: Google Inc.(GOOG:$50,175.00)
Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people with information every day. Google is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program provides businesses with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users.
target: Meebo
Meebo is a consumer internet company focused on driving user engagement across the web. Their flagship product, the Meebo Bar, provides publishers and advertisers a surprisingly simple way to organically weave content engagement and brand experiences into the consumer’s web experience.
price ($mm)
$100
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 6/1/2012 via Company Description

Google Inc., acquired KikScore

See 8 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: The KikScore technology and certain assets have been acquired by Google. KikScore is a reputational seal for online merchants and service providers. This service evaluates the websites and reputations of these businesses based on various information that shoppers use when deciding the trustworthiness of online sources.
buyer: Google Inc.(GOOG:$50,175.00)
Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people with information every day. Google is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program provides businesses with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users.
target: KikScore
KikScore is a reputational seal for online merchants and service providers. This service evaluates the websites and reputations of these businesses based on various information that shoppers use when deciding the trustworthiness of online sources.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
announced 4/26/2012 via PR Newswire

Trimble Navigation Limited, will purchase SketchUp 3D Modeling Platform from Google Inc.

See 245 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Trimble announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire SketchUp®, one of the most popular 3D modeling tools in the world, from Google. As a part of Google, SketchUp's charter was to empower a worldwide community of users to create 3D models for whatever their imagination could envision.
buyer: Trimble Navigation Limited(TRMB:$2,040.11)
Trimble applies technology to make field and mobile workers in businesses and government significantly more productive. Solutions are focused on applications requiring position or location—including surveying, construction, agriculture, fleet and asset management, public safety and mapping.
seller: Google Inc.(GOOG:$50,175.00)
As a part of Google, SketchUp's charter was to empower a worldwide community of users to create 3D models for whatever their imagination could envision. Examples range from household furniture to famous stadiums and other buildings.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 12/14/2011 via BNC Analysis

Google Inc., acquired Clever Sense, Inc.

See 638 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Google is acquiring the Silicon Valley-based startup Clever Sense. Clever Sense is the maker of the mobile application “Alfred,” which delivers personalized recommendations for nearby restaurants, coffee shops, bars and nightclubs using a combination of artificial intelligence and machine-learning algorithms.
buyer: Google Inc.(GOOG:$50,175.00)
Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people with information every day. Google is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program provides businesses with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users.
target: Clever Sense, Inc.
Clever Sense, Inc. develops solutions for mobile devices. Using proprietary artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies, it has created a platform to sift through the online data and deliver context-aware information based on one's interest, time, location and social data.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 12/9/2011 via BNC Analysis

YouTube, acquired RightsFlow, Inc.

See 1 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: YouTube, LLC acquired RightsFlow, Inc. RightsFlow provides technology to help identify the copyright owners of music.
buyer parent:Google Inc.
buyer: YouTube
Founded in February 2005, YouTube is a consumer media company for people to watch and share original videos worldwide through a Web experience. YouTube allows people to easily upload and share video clips on www.YouTube.com and across the Internet through websites, blogs, and e-mail.
target parent: Originate Ventures (Alias)
target: RightsFlow, Inc.
RightsFlow simplifies copyright licensing. They work for labels & distributors, artists, and music services. Their core service is mechanical licensing and royalty reporting.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 11/11/2011 via BNC Analysis

Google Inc., acquired Apture, Inc.

See 87 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Apture, a startup aiming to bring a richer reading experience to partners websites like The New York Times and the Financial Times, has announced that it has been acquired by Google. The company launched its first product in 2008, billing it as a way for bloggers and other website publishers to make their content more "three-dimensional."
buyer: Google Inc.(GOOG:$50,175.00)
Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people with information every day. Google is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program provides businesses with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users.
target parent: Clearstone Venture Management Services
target: Apture, Inc.
Apture provides the first rich communication platform that allows people to intuitively experience the web. With just one line of code, publishers and bloggers can quickly and easily turn flat pages of text into a compelling multimedia experience.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
Pages:  
1   
2   
3   
4   
*Price paid does not equal Enterprise Value as the buyer aqcuired less than 100% of target
closed 2/22/2013 via BNC Analysis

Searchmetrics, acquired W3 Solutions GmbH

See 41 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Searchmetrics, the world leader in search and social analytics software, has completed the acquisition of German search engine technology specialist, W3 Solutions.
buyer: Searchmetrics
Searchmetrics uses the most advanced engineering to move a company up the search engine ranks. Its integrated suite of search analytics tools accesses the largest and freshest database − 100 million keywords and 75 million domains.
target: W3 Solutions GmbH
W3 Solutions GmbH provides site search engine technology. The company offers SiteSearch, a search engine to ensure customers find content they are searching for.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 4/25/2012 via BusinessWire

Cosmi Corporation, acquired ValuSoft, Inc.

See 526 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Cosmi has announced the acquisition of Chaska, Minnesota-based ValuSoft, the PC value line of THQ Inc. The combination will make the new ValuSoft+Cosmi venture the second largest U.S. Retail Publisher of PC Games in units sold and the #1 Retail Publisher in the Value Software Category by units sold.
buyer parent:Cosmi Finance, LLC
buyer: Cosmi Corporation
Cosmi Corporation publishes and distributes physical and digital PC software solutions. Its portfolio includes titles/products that span office, graphics, productivity, education, games, languages, business, security, and utilities categories. The company also offers standard displays.
target parent: THQ, Inc.
target: ValuSoft, Inc.
ValuSoft, Inc. publishes and distributes interactive entertainment and productivity software for the casual computer user. The company markets a variety of products ranging from racing simulations, family entertainment, war games, and hunting simulations to home productivity and office products.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 7/25/2005 via BNC Analysis

Yahoo! Inc., acquired Pixoria, Inc.

See 80 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Hoping to pave a new path to its popular Web site, Yahoo Inc. has acquired Konfabulator, a tiny software maker that provides a computer platform for monitoring the weather, stock prices and a wealth of other customized information without opening a Web browser.
buyer: Yahoo! Inc.(YHOO:$4,986.57)
Yahoo! Inc. is a leading global internet brand and one of the most trafficked Internet destinations worldwide. Yahoo!’s mission is to connect people to their passions, their communities and world’s knowledge. Yahoo! is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California.
target: Pixoria, Inc.
Konfabulator is a JavaScript runtime engine for Windows and Mac OS X that lets you run little files called Widgets that can do pretty much whatever you want them to. Widgets can be alarm clocks, calculators, can tell you your WiFi signal strength, will fetch the latest stock quotes for your preferre
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
announced 6/20/2012 via BNC Analysis

News Limited, will acquire Consolidated Media Holdings

See 19 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Consolidated Media Holdings Ltd will acquire News Limited, a company that operates as an online newspaper publishing company. It operates NEWS.com.au, a news network, which offers entertainment, business, sports, and travel news, as well as delivers media coverage reports with blogs and user generated forums.
buyer parent:News Corporation
buyer: News Limited
News Limited operates as an online newspaper publishing company. It operates NEWS.com.au, a news network, which offers entertainment, business, sports, and travel news, as well as delivers media coverage reports with blogs and user generated forums.
target: Consolidated Media Holdings(CMJFF:$11.64)
Consolidated Media Holdings Limited (CMH) is a media investment company, investing in key new media. CMH has a 25 per cent investment in Australia's leading subscription television business FOXTEL and a 50 per cent investment in subscription television content provider FOX SPORTS Australia.
price($mm)[EV]
$1,976 [$2,114]
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
$86
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
24.7x
announced 12/20/2012 via BNC Analysis

Scandinavia Online ASA, will acquire kvasir.no

See 112 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Eniro Norge AS signed an agreement to divest web search engine Kvasir.no to Scandinavia Online AS. Kvasir ANS operates as a web search engine.
buyer: Scandinavia Online ASA
Scandinavia Online is a web portal that has fresh news, utility services and communications between users. SOL ® also offers individual services that target the young. These services work to a greater degree of entertainment, socialization, and user involvement.
target parent: Eniro AB
target: kvasir.no
Kvasir operates as a web search engine and is based in Oslo, Norway.
price ($mm)
$3.38
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 8/9/2012 via BNC Analysis

Libero Srl, acquired Matrix S.p.A.

See 113 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Italy's Telecom Italia SpA has sold Internet unit Matrix, one of Italy's major digital advertising players, to web portal Libero Srl. Matrix is a pioneer in the Italian internet market and the owner of one of the main Italian internet portals, Virgilio, provider of interactivie services, itineraries and directions.
buyer parent:Weather Investments II S.a.r.l
buyer: Libero Srl
Created on July 13, 1999 as Italy’s first Internet and e-mail portal, libero.it boasts one of the largest Italian Internet community, with more than 13 million unique users per month and 8.5 million active e-mail accounts.
target parent: Telecom Italia
target: Matrix S.p.A.
Matrix is a pioneer in the Italian internet market and the owner of one of the main Italian internet portals, Virgilio, provider of interactivie services, itineraries and directions. Matrix is also one of Italy's major digital advertising players.
price ($mm)
$109
rev ($mm)
$118
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
0.9x
EV / EBITDA
closed 6/16/2010 via PR Newswire

Generation Zero Group, Inc., acquired Find.com

See 113 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Generation Zero Group, Inc. announced that it has completed the negotiation of all acquisition and financing documents related to the acquisition of Find.com. The Find.com acquisition requires the approval of 75% of certain parties that control the domain name.
buyer: Generation Zero Group, Inc.
Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Generation Zero Group, Inc. is focused on having controlling or significant ownership interests in Premium Domain names, next-generation Technologies and Businesses with strong growth potential.
target: Find.com
Find.com is a search engine and a directory.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 5/14/2010 via PR Newswire

Yippy, Inc., acquired Clusty.com

See 114 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Yippy, Inc., "Yippy", formerly Cinnabar Ventures, Inc. announces the completed acquisition of Clusty.com, an award-winning metasearch engine developed by Vivisimo, a industry leader in information optimization and enterprise search.
buyer: Yippy, Inc.
Based in Fort Myers Florida, Yippy, Inc. formerly known as Cinnabar Ventures, Inc., www.yippy.com, is a new economy technology company that develops technologies and application services environments for both Consumer and Commercial market segments.
target parent: Vivisimo, Inc.
target: Clusty.com
Clusty is a whole new way to search the web. Clusty queries several top search engines, combines the results, and generates an ordered list based on comparative ranking. This "metasearch" approach helps raise the best results to the top and push search engine spam to the bottom.
price ($mm)
$5.55
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 9/16/2009 via BusinessWire

Centaurus Resources, Inc., merged with Kahzam, Inc.

See 114 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Kahzam, an emerging leader in the Fourth-Wave pay-per-click online advertising field, has just completed a reverse merger with Centaurus Resources, Inc., a Delaware corporation. Kahzam is fielding a comprehensive platform of next-generation online search and portal services, targeted for the $30 billion dollar Association and Affinity Group market.
buyer: Centaurus Resources, Inc.
Centaurus Resources, Inc. is an inactive mining firm originally incorporated in Delaware in July 2007.
target: Kahzam, Inc.
Kahzam delivers a comprehensive, fully integrated, multimedia-driven search and portal platform to the Association, Affinity Group, Enterprise and Web Privacy markets.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 7/19/2005 via PR Newswire

IAC/InterActiveCorp, acquired Ask Jeeves, Inc.

See 114 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: IAC/InterActiveCorp today announced the successful completion of its acquisition of Ask Jeeves, a leading provider of information retrieval technologies, brands and Internet advertising services.
buyer: IAC/InterActiveCorp (IACI:$2,800.93)
IAC operates more than 35 leading and diversified Internet businesses across 40 countries... our mission is to harness the power of interactivity to make daily life easier and more productive for people all over the world.
target: Ask Jeeves, Inc.
Ask.com is a leading search engine on the Web. Millions of people turn to Ask.com to get what they are looking for online everyday. Founded as Ask Jeeves in 1996 and renamed Ask.com in February 2005, Ask.com is recognized for innovation in search technology and search interface design.
price ($mm)
$1,911
rev ($mm)
$261
EBITDA ($mm)
$66
EV / rev
7.3x
EV / EBITDA
29.0x
closed 5/6/2004 via PR Newswire

Ask Jeeves, Inc., acquired Interactive Search Holdings

See 113 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Ask Jeeves, Inc., a leading provider of information retrieval technologies, brands and Internet advertising services, today announced it has closed the acquisition of privately-held Interactive Search Holdings, Inc.
buyer parent:IAC/InterActiveCorp
buyer: Ask Jeeves, Inc.
Ask.com is a leading search engine on the Web. Millions of people turn to Ask.com to get what they are looking for online everyday. Founded as Ask Jeeves in 1996 and renamed Ask.com in February 2005, Ask.com is recognized for innovation in search technology and search interface design.
target: Interactive Search Holdings
Interactive Search Holdings, whose properties and brands include My Way, My Search, My Web Search, Excite, iWon, MaxOnline, and Focus Interactive, is: One of the world's largest privately-held online search and media companies One of the world's fastest growing search-related companies - 700 millio
price ($mm)
$493
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 3/3/2004 via PR Newswire

MailCreations.com, Inc., acquired SeekOver.com

See 113 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: MailCreations.com, Inc. (http://www.mailcreations.com) today announced the successful completion of its acquisition of SeekOver.com (http://www.seekover.com), a Florida-based meta-search engine that serves targeted banners and cost-per-click searches through a variety of advertising partners.
buyer parent:livedoor Co., Ltd
buyer: MailCreations.com, Inc.
MailCreations.com is a leading provider of Permission-based direct marketing services that enable marketers to segment and target promotional campaigns to consumers.
target: SeekOver.com
seekover.com search service technology that relies on the databases of others search engines to find anything in the web.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 7/1/2004 via BusinessWire

Espotting Media merged with FINDWHAT.COM,

See 285 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: FINDWHAT.COM (NASDAQ:FWHT), a leading developer and provider of performance-based marketing and commerce enabling services, and ESPOTTING MEDIA, INC., a leading paid listings provider in Europe, today announced the completion of the merger between the two companies.
buyer: FINDWHAT.COM(VTRO:$35.89)
Vertro, Inc. is a software and technology company that owns and operates the ALOT product portfolio. ALOT's products are designed to 'Make the Internet Easy' by enhancing the way consumers engage with content online.
target: Espotting Media
We do this through the second most popular activity on the web - search. How do we do this? It's quite simple. Espotting provide consumers with access to highly targeted search results from thousands of the world's most popular brand names including Orange, Go Airlines, British Airways, Norwich Uni
price ($mm)
$178
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 6/4/2004 via PR Newswire

InfoSpace, Inc., acquired Switchboard

See 94 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Switchboard Incorporated SWBD, a leading provider of local online advertising solutions and internet-based yellow pages, today announced that InfoSpace, Inc. INSP has completed the acquisition of the Company in accordance with the terms of the definitive agreement announced March 26, 2004.
buyer: InfoSpace, Inc.(INSP:$228.81)
InfoSpace, Inc. is a leading developer of tools and technologies to help people discover and enjoy content and information – whether on a mobile phone or on the PC. InfoSpace uses its proprietary metasearch technology to power a portfolio of branded Web sites.
target: Switchboard
Switchboard is a leading provider of local online advertising solutions and Internet-based yellow pages, interconnecting consumers, merchants and national advertisers. Switchboard helps consumers quickly and easily find and compare local businesses offering specific products and services.
price ($mm)
$95
rev ($mm)
$15
EBITDA ($mm)
$3
EV / rev
6.3x
EV / EBITDA
36.2x
closed 11/9/2005 via BusinessWire

RCM Technologies, Inc., acquired Soltre Technology, Inc.

See 268 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: RCM Technologies, Inc. announced the completion of its acquisition of Soltre Technology Inc., a Los Angeles-based application service provider dedicated to Oracle technology and specializing in systems integration, applications management and outsourcing, and hosting. Soltre is an Oracle Certified Advantage Partner and Oracle SMB Reseller.
buyer: RCM Technologies, Inc.(RCMT:$143.81)
RCM Technologies is a leading provider of IT Business Solutions and Professional Engineering Services to over 1,000 clients in the commercial and government sectors.
target: Soltre Technology, Inc.
Soltre offers complete end-to-end solutions at an affordable price including a pre-configured and pre-integrated Oracle 11i Applications solution. All of Soltre's solutions are aimed to reduce costs and drastically reduce the customer's time to market.
price ($mm)
$2.51
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 8/3/2005 via BusinessWire

Motricity, acquired M7 Networks

See 57 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Motricity, Inc., a leading global provider of mobile content and solutions, announced today that it has acquired M7 Networks based in La Jolla, California, in order to continue building on its mission to accelerate the adoption of mobile content worldwide.
buyer: Motricity(MOTR:$121.65)
Motricity is a global leader in Mobile Marketplace Management. Motricity's Fuel™ 5 platform and suite of managed services reduce the time-to-market for new mobile services, create new revenue streams and improve brand loyalty through expert mobile merchandising and customer relationship management.
target: M7 Networks
M7 Networks is a neutral, trusted partner providing solutions and services for the creation and management of intelligent mobile communities. M7 Networks connects wireless operators, content providers and end users around a wide variety of data-related content such as games and music.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 10/21/2004 via BusinessWire

The Mobile Media Company AS, acquired Telenor Interactive

See 57 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Telenor Interactive, (www.telenor-interactive.com), a leading provider of mobile applications and messaging services in North America, today announced it has been acquired by The Mobile Media Company AS (www.mobilemedia.com).
buyer parent:SinglePoint
buyer: The Mobile Media Company AS
The Mobile Media Company AS is an independent, global provider of wireless games, interactive entertainment services and mobile marketing applications.
target: Telenor Interactive
Telenor is the pioneer of premium text messaging and a leading provider of mobile interactive service. In July last year, we were the first company in the US to launch premium text messaging services with ABC TV's All My Children soap opera. Since then we have launched text to screen, text based ga
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA

Like ITA Software


ITA Software

Flightline Data Services, Inc.

SRA International, Inc.

PRISM Group, Inc.

Computing Technologies for Aviation, Inc.

f:wz aviation software

Q-go.com B.V.

Logica

Miro Technologies, Inc.

IES, Ltd.

SkyBitz, Inc.

International Asset Systems USA Limited

TMS Technologies LLC

ACIS

iDrive, SRL

ACIS

GoMiles

C1 Consulting Pty Ltd

Iron Data, LLC

Opti-Time

Pages:  
1   
2   
3   
4   

ITA Software

Wavii, Inc.

Frommer's

DNN research

DailyDeal

Channel Intelligence, Inc.

Bufferbox

Incentive Targeting

Viewdle, Inc.

Nik Software

VirusTotal

Frommer's

Wildfire Interactive, Inc.

Sparrow

Quickoffice, Inc.

Meebo

KikScore

Google Inc.

Clever Sense, Inc.

RightsFlow, Inc.

Apture, Inc.

Pages:  
1   
2   
3   
4   

W3 Solutions GmbH

ValuSoft, Inc.

Pixoria, Inc.

Consolidated Media Holdings

kvasir.no

Matrix S.p.A.

Find.com

Clusty.com

Kahzam, Inc.

Ask Jeeves, Inc.

Interactive Search Holdings

SeekOver.com

Espotting Media

Switchboard

Soltre Technology, Inc.

M7 Networks

Telenor Interactive

Geography
Matching Companies
Ticker:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SkyBitz, Inc.
SkyBitz, Inc.
SkyBitz is a leader in global remote asset management solutions, providing real-time information on the location and status of assets. SkyBitz delivers its solution via SkyBitz Insight, a secure web-based application that is fully customizable and requires no software downloads.
year
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker: WSMXF
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Wireless Matrix Corporation
Wireless Matrix Corporation
Wireless Matrix Corporation provides fleet solutions to improve delivery metrics. The company's software and wireless data solutions provide intelligence for managing, measuring and monitoring service execution.
year
2012
rev ($mm)
$33.33
EBITDA ($mm)
$3.97
EBIT ($mm)
($0.37)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
97
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
eModal, LLC.
eModal, LLC.
eModal, LLC. is the leading online port community system developed to improve communication and coordination between the trucking, marine and rail communities. It offers a number of specialized tools and applications for terminals and motor carriers that help eliminate bottlenecks.
year
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
COEX AS
COEX AS
COEX is a Norwegian-based IT company that offers IT solutions that give their customers the best information on which to base decisions and the most effective business processes. COEX has developed unique software for more efficient management of international merchant fleets.
year
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Intergis
Intergis
Intergis is a leading single-source provider of mobile resource and fleet management solutions for small to mid-sized businesses and large enterprises in a variety of industries.
year
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
TruckingOffice, LLC
TruckingOffice, LLC
TruckingOffice is an online trucking management software focused on owner operators. It serves customers across the United States and Canada. The company is based in San Antonio, Texas. It was founded in 2005 by Allen and Ron Campbell.
year
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Autovision Wireless Inc.
Autovision Wireless Inc.
AutoVision Wireless Inc. (AWI) is a privately owned company with vast experience in fleet management, GPS tracking, mobile data communications, and telematics. AutoVision Wireless was incorporated in 2007 with the purchase of a division belonging to Bell Canada.
year
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
AddVal Technology Inc.
AddVal Technology Inc., founded in 1996, is a leading provider of software products, business and technology services for the cargo industry. Our deep domain expertise in cargo industry and experience working with industry leading cargo carriers enables us to provide valuable and proven solutions.
year
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker: GPS
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
BSM Technologies Inc.
BSM Technologies Inc.
BSM Wireless Inc. is a leading provider of fleet tracking, fleet maintenance, and automated vehicle security systems providing real time, web-based tracking of fleet assets. BSM Wireless gives fleet managers unprecedented visibility and control over their entire fleet operation – large or small.
year
2011
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Four Soft Ltd.
Four Soft Ltd.
Four Soft is an enterprise solutions company providing innovative software products, exclusively for the freight, transportation, logistics and supply-chain management industry. 4S also offers IT consultancy and IT enabled services.
year
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
CargoWise
CargoWise
CargoWise is a leader in logistics tech solutions that improve visibility, efficiency, quality of service and profitability. It is known for its next-generation solutions, ediEnterprise, the industry's only integrated single platform supply chain logistics management system with global capability.
year
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Mentor Engineering, Inc.
Mentor Engineering, Inc.
Mentor Engineering specializes in fleet management equipment and mobile workforce management solutions for fleet-based industries. It develops fleet management software for hours of service monitoring, driver behaviour monitoring, taxi cab management, passenger information systems and much more.
year
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Synovia, LLC.
Synovia, LLC.
As a fleet management partner to school districts, commercial, private and municipal fleets, Synovia moves fleets large and small toward increased efficiency and safety. The Synovia Silverlining™ Software Suite is the industry's most advanced real-time GPS tracking and fleet management system.
year
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
HammerLane Software, Inc.
HammerLane Software, Inc.
HammerLane Software is a provider of desktop applications for owner operators, leased fleets, and full fleets in the trucking industry. It delivers programs that perform the day-to-day tasks truckers need to do business.
year
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
DriveCam, Inc.
DriveCam, Inc.
DriveCam, Inc. is a global, SaaS-based Driver Risk Management company. As proven experts in the science of safe and efficient driving, DriveCam prevents collisions and reduces fuel costs by improving the way people drive.
year
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker: GOOG
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Google Inc.
Google Inc.
Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people with information every day. Google is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program provides businesses with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users.
year
2012
rev ($mm)
$50,175.00
EBITDA ($mm)
$16,208.00
EBIT ($mm)
$13,336.00
Net Income ($mm)
$10,737.00
Employees
53861
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker: OPESF
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Opera Software
Opera Software
Opera Software makes web browsers for desktop computers, mobile phones and tablets, and connected devices such as TVs. Their business also includes mobile advertising services and solutions. Their aim is to give users the best internet experience on any device and any platform.
year
2011
rev ($mm)
$160.00
EBITDA ($mm)
$43.17
EBIT ($mm)
$37.00
Net Income ($mm)
$25.00
Employees
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
DoApp, Inc.
DoApp Inc. is mobile and web applications company. Based in Minneapolis, it was founded in May 2007 by an early Google employee. The company develops consumer and business apps that help people do useful things, make them more productive, and enhance their online & mobile life.
year
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker: AAPL
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Apple, Inc.
Apple, Inc.
Apple ignited the personal computer revolution in the 70s with the Apple II and reinvented the personal computer in the 80s with the Macintosh. Today, Apple continues to lead the industry in innovation with its award-winning computers, OS X operating system and iLife and professional applications.
year
2012
rev ($mm)
$156,508.00
EBITDA ($mm)
$58,446.00
EBIT ($mm)
$55,241.00
Net Income ($mm)
$41,733.00
Employees
72800
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker: MSFT
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Microsoft Corporation
Microsoft Corporation
Founded in 1975, Microsoft is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential. Microsoft develops, manufactures, licenses, and supports a range of software products and services for various computing devices worldwide.
year
2012
rev ($mm)
$73,723.00
EBITDA ($mm)
$30,714.00
EBIT ($mm)
$27,956.00
Net Income ($mm)
$16,978.00
Employees
94000
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker: RHT
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Red Hat, Inc.
Red Hat, Inc.
Red Hat is the world's leading provider of open source software solutions, taking a community-powered approach to reliable and high-performing cloud, Linux, middleware, storage and virtualization technologies. Red Hat also offers award-winning support, training, and consulting services.
year
2012
rev ($mm)
$1,133.10
EBITDA ($mm)
$251.29
EBIT ($mm)
$199.91
Net Income ($mm)
$146.63
Employees
4500
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker: TWX
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Time Warner, Inc.
Time Warner, Inc.
Time Warner Inc., a global leader in media and entertainment with businesses in television networks, filmed entertainment, publishing and interactive services, uses its industry-leading operating scale and brands to create, package and deliver high-quality content worldwide.
year
2012
rev ($mm)
$28,729.00
EBITDA ($mm)
$7,185.00
EBIT ($mm)
$6,293.00
Net Income ($mm)
$3,019.00
Employees
34000
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker: CMJFF
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Consolidated Media Holdings
Consolidated Media Holdings
Consolidated Media Holdings Limited (CMH) is a media investment company, investing in key new media. CMH has a 25 per cent investment in Australia's leading subscription television business FOXTEL and a 50 per cent investment in subscription television content provider FOX SPORTS Australia.
year
2012
rev ($mm)
$11.64
EBITDA ($mm)
$2.43
EBIT ($mm)
($21.97)
Net Income ($mm)
$85.80
Employees
7757
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker: YNDX
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Yandex N.V.
Yandex N.V.
Yandex is the leading internet company in Russia, operating the country's most popular search engine and the most visited website. The company also operates in Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Belarus and Turkey. Yandex's mission is to answer any question internet users may have.
year
2012
rev ($mm)
$28,767.00
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
$8,223.00
Employees
3607
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker: BIDU
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Baidu.com, Inc.
Baidu.com, Inc.
Baidu is the leading Chinese language Internet search provider. As a technology-based media company, it aims to provide the best way for people to find information. Baidu not only serves Internet search users, but also provides an effective platform for businesses to reach potential customers.
year
2012
rev ($mm)
$22,306.03
EBITDA ($mm)
$12,981.29
EBIT ($mm)
$12,981.29
Net Income ($mm)
$10,456.03
Employees
16082
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker: YHOO
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Yahoo! Inc.
Yahoo! Inc.
Yahoo! Inc. is the premier digital media company, creating deeply personal digital experiences that keep more than half a billion people connected to what matters most to them, across devices and around the globe.
year
2012
rev ($mm)
$4,986.57
EBITDA ($mm)
$1,315.14
EBIT ($mm)
$802.54
Net Income ($mm)
$3,945.48
Employees
14100
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker: INSP
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
InfoSpace, Inc.
InfoSpace, Inc.
InfoSpace, Inc., a developer of metasearch products, is focused on bringing the best of the Web to Internet users. InfoSpace's proprietary metasearch technology combines the top results from several of the largest online search engines, providing fast and comprehensive search results.
year
2011
rev ($mm)
$228.81
EBITDA ($mm)
($59.93)
EBIT ($mm)
($62.61)
Net Income ($mm)
$21.59
Employees
198
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Outbrain Inc.
Outbrain Inc.
Outbrain is the leading content recommendation engine, reaching a highly engaged audience through distribution on top publisher sites, including USA Today, iVillage, PC Magazine, Chicago Tribune, Newsweek, The Daily Beast and Slate.
year
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
TrueLocal
TrueLocal is a local search engine free to hundreds of thousands of users that is a Yellow Pages with brains because you can full text search on it. At TrueLocal, we want you to get off of the internet, turn off your computer, get in your car, and go buy something! After all, our mission is to drive
year
2009
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
20
  • drill down
  • watch
Ticker: YIPI
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Yippy, Inc.
Yippy, Inc.
Based in Fort Myers, FL, Yippy, Inc. is a technology company specializing in the development of search, data normalization and aggregation through application service environments for consumer and enterprise markets.
year
2012
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
  • drill down
  • watch

Login

Account Information
forgot password
sign up for free trial

Get Premium Access

Premium features include:
  • Daily-Weekly-Monthly Custom Alerts
  • Drill down on comparable historical deals
  • Search for target or buyer by name
  • See historical deals by buyer or seller
  • Buyer and seller watch lists
  • Custom Segments
  • Bookmark deals
  • Export Listings to PDF
Start
Stop