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closed 1/31/2012 via BusinessWire

Scripps Networks Interactive Inc., acquired RealGravity

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synopsis: Scripps Networks Interactive Inc., seeking to enhance the digital video capabilities of its growing lifestyle media businesses, has acquired RealGravity Inc., a California-based company that specializes in online video publishing technologies. RealGravity has developed an innovative platform that manages and publishes video content.
buyer parent:The E.W. Scripps Company
buyer: Scripps Networks Interactive Inc.(SNI:$2,067.16)
Scripps Networks has become the dominant media and marketing company in the home, food and lifestyle categories. Its brands provide relevant ideas and entertainment to a passionate audience, delivering content across multiple media platforms.
target: RealGravity
RealGravity is a video content marketplace. It connects online video publishers, advertisers, and content owners on a simple platform that anyone can operate. RealGravity will lower your costs, increase distribution, and expand your video ad inventory.
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closed 3/13/2013 via Company Press Release

YouNow, acquired blogTV

See 442 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: YouNow has acquired blogTV. blogTV.com is a leader in online video and live broadcasting, and is a popular web location where viewers from all over the world can come share their personal talents and opinions.
buyer: YouNow
YouNow is an interactive and fun live video experience. Anyone can watch live broadcasts, chat & meet new friends, or broadcast live to grow their social circle.
target: blogTV
blogTV is a leading live, interactive, internet broadcasting platform that enables anyone with an internet connection and a camera to connect to their audience in a evocative, direct way.
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announced 6/21/2012 via BNC Analysis

AlphaRx, Inc., will be merged with UMeLook Holdings Limited

See 442 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: AlphaRx Inc. is pleased to announce that it has signed a binding letter of intent to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of UMeLook Holdings Limited. UMeLook is a digital media startup with an intense focus on China. UMeLook's first product is a global online video distribution platform.
buyer: AlphaRx, Inc.(ALRXD:$0.18)
AlphaRx is a shell company that trades on the OTC Bulletin Board under the symbol ALRXDOB.
target: UMeLook Holdings Limited
UMeLook Holdings Limited is a digital media startup with an intense focus on China. UMeLook's first product is a global online video distribution platform tapping into the power of full motion video, helping advertisers large and small to tap into a massive market while having no competitors.
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closed 5/23/2012 via Market Wire

Lux Digital Pictures, Inc., acquired WatchThis

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synopsis: Lux Digital Pictures, Inc. announced that it has acquired the entire WatchThis™ business and assets. WatchThis™ is a patent-pending advanced digital media player technology, known as DoinyVision™, that provides commercial free content with unobtrusive in-show merchandising and advertising.
buyer: Lux Digital Pictures, Inc.(LUXD:$0.00)
Lux Digital Pictures, Inc. is comprised of several motion picture development, production, financing and distribution brands that have unique and dynamic strategies to successfully compete as the industry rapidly migrates to a digital marketplace.
target: WatchThis
WatchThis™ is a patent-pending advanced digital media player technology, known as DoinyVision™, that provides commercial free content with unobtrusive in-show merchandising and advertising.
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announced 3/12/2012 via PE Hub

Cyfrowy Polsat S.A., will acquire ipla

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synopsis: Poland’s largest media group Cyfrowy Polsat CPSM.WA agreed to buy online video service ipla from a company owned by Cyfrowy’s controlling shareholder Zygmunt Solorz-Zak.
buyer: Cyfrowy Polsat S.A.
Cyfrowy Polsat S.A. operates pay digital satellite platform under the Cyfrowy Polsat name in Poland. It provides individual customers with access to television and radio channels grouped into various paid programming packages.
target: ipla
ipla is an online video service in Poland.
price ($mm)
$48
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closed 8/23/2012 via PR Newswire

Youku Inc., acquired Tudou Holdings Limited

See 442 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Youku Inc. and Tudou Holdings Limited announced the completion of the merger between Tudou and Youku. As a result of the Merger, Tudou has become a wholly owned subsidiary of Youku. Tudou is a leading Internet video company in China providing premium licensed content, user generated content, and original in-house productions.
buyer: Youku Inc.(YOKU:$897.62)
Youku Inc. is China's leading Internet television company. Its Internet television platform enables users to search, view and share high-quality video content quickly and easily across multiple devices. Youku is the most recognized online video brand in China.
target: Tudou Holdings Limited(TUDO:$81.39)
Tudou Holdings Limited is a leading Internet video company in China providing premium licensed content, user generated content, and original in-house productions. Founded in 2005, Tudou was the first UGC video sharing website launched in China.
price($mm)[EV]
$1,131 [$1,007]
rev ($mm)
$81
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
12.4x
EV / EBITDA
closed 2/27/2012 via BusinessWire

OpenX Technologies, Inc., acquired LiftDNA, Inc.

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synopsis: OpenX Technologies, Inc. announced that Supply-Side Platform LiftDNA will officially become part of OpenX. With the acquisition of LiftDNA, OpenX brings publishers a better way to optimize their ad revenue by unifying LiftDNA’s next generation SSP with OpenX’s premium ad server and its ad exchange into one seamless platform.
buyer: OpenX Technologies, Inc.
OpenX Technologies is an independent provider of digital advertising technology that enables businesses to manage and maximize their ad revenue. Its products provide a comprehensive revenue generation platform by combining ad serving with a unique ad exchange.
target: LiftDNA, Inc.
LiftDNA provides first party yield optimization & data management for online publishers. The Company optimizes in excess of 8 billion ad impressions per month, including an additional 100 million mobile ad impressions, making it one of the largest players in this space.
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announced 9/26/2011 via PR Newswire

Renren Inc., will acquire 56.com

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synopsis: Renren Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of 56.com, a leading user generated content online video sharing site in China. A majority of the videos offered on the site is created by users, consisting of content mix from performing artists, amateur groups, and video enthusiasts.
buyer: Renren Inc.(RENN:$76.54)
Renren operates the leading real name social networking internet platform in China. It enables users to connect and communicate with each other, share information and user generated content, play online games, listen to music, shop for deals and enjoy a wide range of other features and services.
target: 56.com
56.com is a leading user generated content video-sharing website in China. The vision of having friends post and share their life experiences online through video format has consistently been the core focus of 56.com.
price ($mm)
$80
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closed 9/21/2011 via PR Newswire

Lockerz, acquired Vodpod

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synopsis: Lockerz, the leader in rewarded social expression with more than 45 million unique visitors monthly, announced the acquisition of Vodpod.com and related assets from Remixation, Inc. Vodpod has innovated online video collection by allowing users to create socialized, hand-crafted channels with anyone.
buyer: Lockerz
Based in Seattle, Lockerz' mission is to be the homepage for men and women ages 13 to 30, building a community of more than 19 million trendsetters and tastemakers who love to shop, play and connect on the Web.
target: Vodpod
Vodpod is a social video aggregation platform. It has innovated online video collection by allowing users to create socialized, hand-crafted channels with anyone. Users can connect their channels to their blog, Facebook, and Twitter accounts so people can watch their video discoveries.
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closed 8/24/2011 via PR Newswire

Eurotech, Ltd., acquired FilmRookie

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synopsis: Eurotech, Ltd., specializing in creative problem solving for online properties that utilize video streaming, distribution, and networking, announced its first acquisition of 2011 with the purchase of FilmRookie.com, the first video network of its kind which pays users for their uploaded video content.
buyer: Eurotech, Ltd.
Eurotech's strategic mission is to identify and creatively solve the challenges facing today's businesses that utilize the internet for online video streaming, distribution, and networking. Eurotech Ltd.
target: FilmRookie
FilmRookie is the first video network of its kind which pays users for their uploaded video content. The social networking site connects makers and sharers of internet video with advertisers, and rewards them for doing what they do best.
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closed 7/27/2011 via Market Wire

DG FastChannel, Inc., acquired MediaMind Technologies Inc.

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synopsis: DG, a leading provider of digital media services to the advertising, entertainment and broadcast industries, announced that it has completed the acquisition of MediaMind Technologies, Inc., a leading global provider of integrated digital advertising solutions.
buyer: DG FastChannel, Inc.(DGIT:$324.26)
DG FastChannel (now known as DG) provides innovative, technology-based solutions to help advertisers and agencies work faster, smarter and more competitively. DG delivers the standard in digital media services to the advertising, broadcast and publishing industries.
target: MediaMind Technologies Inc.
MediaMind Technologies is a provider of digital ad campaign management solutions to advertising agencies and advertisers. It provides media and creative agencies, advertisers and publishers with an integrated platform to manage campaigns across digital media channels and a variety of formats.
price($mm)[EV]
$427 [$326]
rev ($mm)
$84
EBITDA ($mm)
$15
EV / rev
5.0x
EV / EBITDA
28.5x
closed 12/16/2010 via PR Newswire

Tribune Media Services, acquired CastTV Inc.

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synopsis: Tribune Media Services (TMS), a leading provider of entertainment information databases, announced that it has acquired CastTV, a leader in video search, indexing and data technologies for discovering TV shows, movies and other online video content.
buyer parent:Tribune Company
buyer: Tribune Media Services
Tribune Interactive, a subsidiary of Tribune Company, manages the interactive operations of major daily newspapers such as the Los Angeles Times, Chicago Tribune, Newsday and their associated websites, plus all aspects of Tribune's print and online classified advertising operations.
target: CastTV Inc.
CastTV is a leading video search platform that reaches over 4 million consumers monthly. CastTV's innovative technology enables the search and navigation of video content across the "three screens" of computer, television, and mobile.
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closed 9/28/2010 via BusinessWire

AOL LLC, acquired 5min Media

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synopsis: AOL Inc. announced it has acquired 5min Media, the Web's largest video syndication platform. The acquisition allows AOL to significantly expand its consumer offering of contextually relevant, high-quality video across its sites, increasing the AOL Network’s appeal to advertisers.
buyer: AOL LLC(AOL:$2,191.70)
AOL Inc. is a leading global Web services company with an extensive suite of brands and offerings and a substantial worldwide audience. AOL's business spans online content, products and services that the company offers to consumers, publishers and advertisers.
target: 5min Media
5min Media is the largest video syndication network with more than 20 million unique visitors across its 800 partner sites. The company provides publishers with a comprehensive video platform that includes access to premium content from its library of more than 200,000 vertically segmented videos.
price ($mm)
$65
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closed 4/14/2010 via BusinessWire

MediaMath, Inc., acquired Adroit Interactive

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synopsis: Aimed at delivering optimal performance to the display ecosystem, enterprise-class digital media buying platform MediaMath, has acquired dynamic creative provider Adroit Interactive. The partnership combines under one roof the key components of successful banner advertising – media, data and creative.
buyer: MediaMath, Inc.
MediaMath’s automated buying and dynamic reporting platform provides advertising agencies with access to billions of daily impressions, and the data and powerful analytics necessary to make best use of them.
target: Adroit Interactive
Adroit Interactive improves campaign performance by allowing advertisers or publishers to dynamically change live display ads in real time without having to redesign, rebuild or retraffic existing ads.
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closed 2/12/2010 via

Google Inc., acquired Teracent Corporation

See 528 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Web search leader Google Inc said it is buying Silicon Valley display advertising technology start-up Teracent, which expands its competition with display leader Yahoo Inc. Teracent's technology customizes graphic advertisements based on who is watching them.
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: Teracent Corporation
Teracent is a pioneer in dynamic ad serving and optimization solutions that allow marketers to leverage the full potential of their investment in media buys and targeting strategies.
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closed 10/19/2012 via PR Newswire

PointRoll, Inc., acquired Rovion

See 531 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Gannett Co., Inc.'s PointRoll has acquired Rovion, a Boston-based, rich-media advertising company, which is owned by Local Corporation. Rovion's primary product, Ad Composer, includes a self-service technology platform that enables the full development and deployment of rich media and mobile HTML5 ads without requiring coding expertise.
buyer parent:Gannett Co., Inc.
buyer: PointRoll, Inc.
PointRoll offers a solution to the limited performance of standard banner ads by effectively bringing a mini Web site to the user without requiring a click. PointRoll’s rich media technology and service enable advertisers to connect with consumers by creating an interactive online environment.
target parent: Local.com Corporation
target: Rovion
Rovion, Inc. is a provider of talent-based rich media content development, delivery and reporting, meeting the needs of online publishers and advertisers globally. Rovion specializes in complex video-based ads and is the creator of the InPerson™ video spokesperson ad unit.
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closed 5/9/2011 via BusinessWire

Local.com Corporation, acquired Rovion

See 531 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Local.com Corporation, a leading online local media company, has completed the acquisition of the assets of Rovion, Inc., a provider of talent-based rich media content development, delivery and reporting, meeting the needs of online publishers and advertisers globally.
buyer: Local.com Corporation(LOCM:$78.76)
Local.com owns and operates a leading local search site and network in the United States. The company uses patented and proprietary technologies to provide over 20 million consumers each month with relevant search results for local businesses, products and services.
target parent: DigitalPost Interactive, Inc.
target: Rovion
Rovion, Inc. is a provider of talent-based rich media content development, delivery and reporting, meeting the needs of online publishers and advertisers globally. Rovion specializes in complex video-based ads and is the creator of the InPerson™ video spokesperson ad unit.
price($mm)[EV]
$2.30 [$2.53]
rev ($mm)
$2
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
1.6x
EV / EBITDA
closed 9/1/2010 via GlobeNewswire

DigitalPost Interactive, Inc., acquired Rovion

See 529 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: DigitalPost Interactive, a leader in the digital media-sharing and social networking space, announced that its acquisition of Rovion, Inc., the Boston-based inventors of the InPerson™ virtual spokesperson ad unit and industry leading innovators of rich media advertising.
buyer: DigitalPost Interactive, Inc.(DGLP:$1.36)
DigitalPost Interactive builds the most advanced consumer and B2B digital media sharing web platform on the Internet. Proprietary, scalable and adaptable for a wide range of customizations, their platform gives large companies the power to offer re-branded, subscription-based products.
target: Rovion
Rovion, Inc. is a provider of talent-based rich media content development, delivery and reporting, meeting the needs of online publishers and advertisers globally. Rovion specializes in complex video-based ads and is the creator of the InPerson™ video spokesperson ad unit.
price($mm)[EV]
$4.02 [$4.25]
rev ($mm)
$2
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
2.9x
EV / EBITDA
closed 3/11/2008 via BusinessWire

Google Inc., acquired DoubleClick Inc.

See 531 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Google Inc. has completed its acquisition of DoubleClick, a company that offers online ad serving and management technology to advertisers, web publishers and ad agencies.
buyer: Google Inc.(GOOG:$50,175.00)
Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people with information every day. Google is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program provides businesses with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users.
target parent: Hellman & Friedman LLC
target: DoubleClick Inc.
DoubleClick provides technology and services that empower marketers, agencies and web publishers to work together successfully and profit from their digital marketing investments. Our focus on innovation, reliability and insight enables clients to improve productivity and results.
price ($mm)
$3,110
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closed 7/13/2005 via PR Newswire

Hellman & Friedman LLC, JMI Equity Fund, acquired DoubleClick Inc.

See 529 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: DoubleClick Inc., the leading provider of data and technology solutions for marketers, advertising agencies and web publishers, announced today that the acquisition of DoubleClick by Click Holding Corp. has been completed. Click Holding Corp. is a subsidiary of private equity investment funds affiliated with Hellman & Friedman LLC and JMI Equity.
buyer: Hellman & Friedman LLC
buyer: JMI Equity Fund
Founded in San Francisco in 1984, Hellman & Friedman has raised over $25 billion of committed capital and invested in over 60 companies across three principal offices in London, New York and San Francisco.
target parent: American List Corp.
target: DoubleClick Inc.
DoubleClick provides technology and services that empower marketers, agencies and web publishers to work together successfully and profit from their digital marketing investments. Our focus on innovation, reliability and insight enables clients to improve productivity and results.
price ($mm)
$821
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$310
EBITDA ($mm)
$51
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2.6x
EV / EBITDA
16.3x
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closed 1/31/2012 via BusinessWire

Scripps Networks Interactive Inc., acquired RealGravity

See 971 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Scripps Networks Interactive Inc., seeking to enhance the digital video capabilities of its growing lifestyle media businesses, has acquired RealGravity Inc., a California-based company that specializes in online video publishing technologies. RealGravity has developed an innovative platform that manages and publishes video content.
buyer parent:The E.W. Scripps Company
buyer: Scripps Networks Interactive Inc.(SNI:$2,067.16)
Scripps Networks has become the dominant media and marketing company in the home, food and lifestyle categories. Its brands provide relevant ideas and entertainment to a passionate audience, delivering content across multiple media platforms.
target: RealGravity
RealGravity is a video content marketplace. It connects online video publishers, advertisers, and content owners on a simple platform that anyone can operate. RealGravity will lower your costs, increase distribution, and expand your video ad inventory.
price ($mm)
$20
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closed 4/15/2013 via BusinessWire

Scripps Networks Interactive Inc., acquired Asian Food Channel

See 452 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Scripps Networks Interactive Inc. is strengthening its competitive position in Asia with the acquisition of the Asian Food Channel (AFC), the region’s leading food-focused pay television network. Asia and the rapid growth in pay television households hold great promise for Scripps Networks Interactive and its international ambitions.
buyer parent:The E.W. Scripps Company
buyer: Scripps Networks Interactive Inc.(SNI:$2,067.16)
Scripps Networks Interactive is one of the world’s leading developers of lifestyle-oriented content for television and the Internet, generating more than 2,000 hours a year of original on-air programming. The company’s television programming can be seen in 170 countries across all seven continents.
target: Asian Food Channel
The Asian Food Channel (AFC) is the premier and leading food and lifestyle broadcaster based in the heart of Asia. Launched in mid-2005 into multiple territories across the region, AFC offers viewers insights into the world's top tables, top chefs and tantalising cuisines from around the globe.
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closed 5/1/2012 via BusinessWire

Scripps Networks Interactive Inc., acquired Travel Channel International Limited

See 502 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Scripps Networks Interactive Inc. has completed its acquisition of Travel Channel International Limited, an independent company headquartered in the United Kingdom that distributes the Travel Channel brand in 20 languages across Europe, Africa, Middle East and Asia Pacific regions.
buyer parent:The E.W. Scripps Company
buyer: Scripps Networks Interactive Inc.(SNI:$2,067.16)
Scripps Networks Interactive is one of the leading developers of lifestyle-oriented content for television and the Internet, where on-air programming is complemented with online video, social media areas and e-commerce components on companion websites and broadband vertical channels.
target: Travel Channel International Limited
Travel Channel International Limited is an independent company that distributes the Travel Channel brand in 20 languages across Europe, Africa, Middle East and Asia Pacific regions. The company produces and commissions original travel programming for distribution in 91 countries.
price ($mm)
$103
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closed 1/31/2012 via BusinessWire

Scripps Networks Interactive Inc., acquired RealGravity

See 971 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Scripps Networks Interactive Inc., seeking to enhance the digital video capabilities of its growing lifestyle media businesses, has acquired RealGravity Inc., a California-based company that specializes in online video publishing technologies. RealGravity has developed an innovative platform that manages and publishes video content.
buyer parent:The E.W. Scripps Company
buyer: Scripps Networks Interactive Inc.(SNI:$2,067.16)
Scripps Networks has become the dominant media and marketing company in the home, food and lifestyle categories. Its brands provide relevant ideas and entertainment to a passionate audience, delivering content across multiple media platforms.
target: RealGravity
RealGravity is a video content marketplace. It connects online video publishers, advertisers, and content owners on a simple platform that anyone can operate. RealGravity will lower your costs, increase distribution, and expand your video ad inventory.
price ($mm)
$20
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closed 10/3/2011 via BusinessWire

Scripps Networks Interactive Inc., acquired UKTV Interactive, Ltd.

See 326 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Scripps Networks Interactive Inc. and Virgin Media Inc. announced that Scripps Networks Interactive has completed the acquisition of Virgin Media’s stake in UKTV, one of the United Kingdom’s leading multi-channel television programming companies, following regulatory approval in the Republic of Ireland and Jersey.
buyer parent:The E.W. Scripps Company
buyer: Scripps Networks Interactive Inc.(SNI:$2,067.16)
Scripps Networks has become the dominant media and marketing company in the home, food and lifestyle categories. Its brands provide relevant ideas and entertainment to a passionate audience, delivering content across multiple media platforms.
target: UKTV Interactive, Ltd.
UKTV Interactive, Ltd. operates a network of television channels in the United Kingdom. The company’s channels provide programming covering comedy, entertainment, factual, drama, lifestyle, documentary, and history.
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$388*
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announced 11/19/2009 via Company Press Release

Scripps Networks, will acquire NDTV Lifestyle

See 92 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Scripps Networks announced that it has reached a definitive agreement with New Delhi Television, Ltd. to acquire a majority interest in NDTV Lifestyle, NDTV's lifestyle programing subsidiary. NDTV Lifestyle's flagship channel is NDTV Good Times, an award winning lifestyle channel targeting India's rapidly growing middle class.
buyer parent:The E.W. Scripps Company
buyer: Scripps Networks(SNI:$2,067.16)
In addition to its popular TV networks and Web sites, Scripps Networks has launched HGTV and Food Network in high definition and is aggressively developing its emerging media platforms for broadband and video on demand.
target parent: New Delhi Television, Ltd.
target: NDTV Lifestyle
NDTV Lifestyle is the lifestyle programming subsidiary of New Delhi Television, Ltd. NDTV Lifestyle targets India's rapidly growing middle class with a wide range of lifestyle genres that include food, travel, fashion and style.
price ($mm)
$55*
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closed 12/15/2009 via Capital IQ

Scripps Networks, acquired Travel Channel Media

See 607 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Scripps Networks Interactive Inc., owner and operator of the Food Network and HGTV lifestyle television networks, has entered into a joint venture with Cox Communications Inc. by acquiring a controlling interest in the Travel Channel.
buyer parent:The E.W. Scripps Company
buyer: Scripps Networks(SNI:$2,067.16)
In addition to its popular TV networks and Web sites, Scripps Networks has launched HGTV and Food Network in high definition and is aggressively developing its emerging media platforms for broadband and video on demand.
target parent: Cox Enterprises Inc.
target: Travel Channel Media
Travel Channel has grown to become one of America’s best known cable television networks and reaches about 95 million U.S. television households. The television network supports a growing range of cross-platform initiatives including Internet, mobile and social media applications.
price($mm)[EV]
$181 [$877]*
rev ($mm)
$125
EBITDA ($mm)
$70
EV / rev
7.8x
EV / EBITDA
14.0x
closed 8/8/2007 via BusinessWire

Scripps Networks, acquired Incando Corporation

See 569 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Scripps Networks, whose Web properties are among the top-rated lifestyle content providers on the Internet, has acquired Incando Corporation, its second new media purchase in less than a month. Incando is known for its personal media sharing service Pickle.com and the user-generated content management platform Powered by Pickle.
buyer parent:The E.W. Scripps Company
buyer: Scripps Networks(SNI:$2,067.16)
In addition to its popular TV networks and Web sites, Scripps Networks has launched HGTV and Food Network in high definition and is aggressively developing its emerging media platforms for broadband and video on demand.
target: Incando Corporation
Incando Corporation is the company behind a revolutionary new internet service called Pickle. Pickle enables you to easily organize and share all your media (photos, videos) from all your devices (camera, mobile phone) and post individual items or entire channels of content to virtually any website.
price ($mm)
$4.70
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closed 7/19/2007 via BusinessWire

Scripps Networks, acquired Recipezaar

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synopsis: Scripps Networks, whose Web properties are among the top-rated lifestyle content providers on the Internet, has acquired Recipezaar, a leading user-generated recipe and community site featuring more than 230,000 recipes. The acquisition is part of Scripps Networks’ strategy to move its online business beyond extensions of its TV networks.
buyer parent:The E.W. Scripps Company
buyer: Scripps Networks(SNI:$2,067.16)
In addition to its popular TV networks and Web sites, Scripps Networks has launched HGTV and Food Network in high definition and is aggressively developing its emerging media platforms for broadband and video on demand.
target: Recipezaar
Recipezaar is an online community site where the everyday cook is the star. Boasting hundreds of thousands of recipes – and adding hundreds more each day – Recipezaar relies solely on user-contributed content mixed with advanced technology features to make cooking fun and easy for everyone.
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closed 4/15/2013 via BusinessWire

Scripps Networks Interactive Inc., acquired Asian Food Channel

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synopsis: Scripps Networks Interactive Inc. is strengthening its competitive position in Asia with the acquisition of the Asian Food Channel (AFC), the region’s leading food-focused pay television network. Asia and the rapid growth in pay television households hold great promise for Scripps Networks Interactive and its international ambitions.
buyer parent:The E.W. Scripps Company
buyer: Scripps Networks Interactive Inc.(SNI:$2,067.16)
Scripps Networks Interactive is one of the world’s leading developers of lifestyle-oriented content for television and the Internet, generating more than 2,000 hours a year of original on-air programming. The company’s television programming can be seen in 170 countries across all seven continents.
target: Asian Food Channel
The Asian Food Channel (AFC) is the premier and leading food and lifestyle broadcaster based in the heart of Asia. Launched in mid-2005 into multiple territories across the region, AFC offers viewers insights into the world's top tables, top chefs and tantalising cuisines from around the globe.
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announced 11/28/2012 via BNC Analysis

Discovery Communications, Inc., will acquire Takhayal Entertainment

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synopsis: Cable networks firm Discovery Communications has agreed to acquire Dubai-based Takhayal Entertainment and its affiliates in Dubai and Egypt, including flagship TV network Fatafeat. The acquisition will also give Discovery access to the firm's library of cooking recipes and shows, as well as the company’s production facility.
buyer: Discovery Communications, Inc.(DISCA:$4,487.00)
Discovery Communications is the world's number 1 nonfiction media company reaching more than 1.8 billion cumulative subscribers in 209 countries and territories. Discovery is dedicated to satisfying curiosity through 149 worldwide television networks.
target: Takhayal Entertainment
Takhayal Entertainment is an Arab-owned diversified film production and satellite broadcast entertainment company that runs TV network Fatafeat. Fatafeat is the first 24-hour free-to-air cuisine television channel based in Dubai and broadcasting to 21 Arabic-speaking countries.
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announced 8/17/2012 via Company Press Release

Blue Ant Media, will purchase bold from Canadian Broadcast Corporation

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synopsis: Blue Ant Media announced that the company has entered into an agreement to purchase digital specialty channel bold from the Canadian Broadcast Corporation (“CBC”). Acquiring bold will give Blue Ant another platform to engage audiences with unique entertainment content.
buyer: Blue Ant Media
Blue Ant Media is an integrated Canadian media company that creates and distributes great content in lifestyle, travel, documentary, music and entertainment categories. It owns specialty channels Travel+Escape, Bite TV and AUX TV along with four premium, commercial-free, high definition channels.
seller: Canadian Broadcast Corporation
Canadian Broadcast Corporation (CBC)/Radio-Canada is Canada's national public broadcaster and one of its largest cultural institutions. The Corporation is a leader in reaching Canadians on new platforms and delivers a comprehensive range of radio, television, Internet, and satellite-based services.
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closed 6/5/2007 via Financial Times

Prof-Media Management LLC, purchased MTV Russia from MTV Networks

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synopsis: MTV, part of Viacom, the media company that also owns Paramount Pictures, sold its 53 per cent share in MTV Russia to Prof-Media, a local company with interests in film production, theatres and radio. Prof-Media acquired 100 per cent of the venture and will run the network under a licence agreement.
buyer: Prof-Media Management LLC
Prof-Media is one of the largest and most diversified media holdings in Russia, one of the leaders in the newspaper, magazine, radio and cinema markets. The holding is a major private investor in the Russian cinema industry.
seller parent: Viacom Inc.
seller: MTV Networks
MTV Networks owns and operates the cable television programming services MTV: Music Television, MTV2, Nickelodeon/Nick at Nite, TV Land, VH1, CMT: Country Music Television, and TNN, as well as The Digital Suite from MTV Networks, a package of thirteen digital services.
price ($mm)
$360
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announced 10/31/2012 via BNC Analysis

DUBAG, will acquire Magic Media Company TV

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synopsis: Deutsche Unternehmensbeteiligungen AG (DUBAG) based in Munich, Germany, has been chosen as acquirer of Magic Media Company TV-Produktionsgesellschaft mbH (MMC). Since 1991, MMC as an independent media centre offers optimal production conditions for film-, TV- and event-projects.
buyer: DUBAG
DUBAG - Deutsche Unternehmensbeteiligungen AG is a private equity firm specialising in industry consolidation, unresolved successor arrangements, non core business divestitures, and liquidating companies.
target: Magic Media Company TV
Magic Media Company is one of Europe’s largest and most advanced TV and film studio operators. MMC offers state-of-the art production and post-production facilities, an excellent art department, TV studios and stages of any size, and production offices for temporary and permanent use
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
$51
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
0.0x
EV / EBITDA
closed 8/6/2012 via BNC Analysis

Fitzhenry & Whiteside Ltd., acquired WhiteCap Books

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synopsis: Canadian publisher Fitzhenry & Whiteside have acquired Whitecap Books, the British Columbia independent best known for its culinary tites.
buyer: Fitzhenry & Whiteside Ltd.
Founded in 1966 by Robert I Fitzhenry and Cecil L. Whiteside, Fitzhenry & Whiteside has established a solid reputation as a Canadian book distributor to all aspects of the Canadian marketplace.
target: WhiteCap Books
Whitecap Books is one of Canada’s leading independent book publishers. Their diverse list features books on food, wine, gardening, health and well-being, regional history, and regional guidebooks. They publish books for children and youth under our Walrus Books imprint.
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announced 7/23/2012 via Market Watch

Dreamworks Animation SKG Inc, will acquire Classic Media Inc

See 1009 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc. announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Classic Media, owner of one of the most extensive portfolios featuring many of the best-known and most-enduring franchises in all of family entertainment for $155 million in cash.
buyer parent:Viacom Inc.
buyer: Dreamworks Animation SKG Inc(DWA:$749.84)
Dreamworks SKG is a leading producer of live-action motion pictures, animated feature films, network, and cable television programming, home video and DVD entertainment and consumer products. Steven Spielberg, Jeffery Katzenberg and David Geffen launched DreamWorks SKG in October 1994.
target parent: GTCR, LLC
target: Classic Media Inc
Classic Media is a leader in reinventing the entertainment classics of yesterday and creating the classics of tomorrow. The Company owns and manages a globally-recognized portfolio of well-known family and pop culture entertainment brands.
price ($mm)
$155
rev ($mm)
$82
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
1.9x
EV / EBITDA
closed 5/11/2010 via PR Newswire

dick clark productions, inc., acquired Coastal Luxury Management

See 174 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Orly Adelson, president of dick clark productions, inc. (dcp) and Robert Weakley and David Bernahl, co-founders of Carmel, CA based Coastal Luxury Management (CLM), producer of nationally renowned Pebble Beach Food & Wine jointly announced that dcp has purchased an interest in CLM.
buyer parent:RedZone Capital
buyer: dick clark productions, inc.
dick clark productions is a leading independent producer of a wide range of television programming for broadcast networks, cable networks, distributors and advertisers. The Company has produced thousands of shows and specials in all genres and for all day parts.
target: Coastal Luxury Management
Coastal Luxury Management is fast growing company focused on identifying unique opportunities in the hospitality, entertainment, and event sectors. CLM produces Pebble Beach Food & Wine, now recognized as one of the best culinary events in the country.
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closed 2/15/2010 via Company Description

UBC Media Group plc, acquired Above The Title Production Limited

See 1009 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Above The Title (ATT) announces that it has been acquired by UBC Media Group Plc. ATT will continue to be led by Simon Clegg, chief executive, and Adam Bromley, creative director, who will work with the same creative team. Contact details remain unchanged.
buyer: UBC Media Group plc
UBC Media Group is the market leader in the supply of audio content and broadcast data software to the radio industry in the UK.
target: Above The Title Production Limited
Above The Title Productions Limited produces drama, comedy, factual, and entertainment programming for broadcast partners. It produces programmes for radio and television broadcasters, as well as audio podcasts and other programming for corporate clients.
price ($mm)
$0.13
rev ($mm)
$1
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
1.4x
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closed 1/31/2011 via Company Press Release

Comcast Corporation, acquired NBC Universal

See 1009 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Comcast Corporation and General Electric have closed their transaction to create a joint venture, NBCUniversal, LLC. NBC Universal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment networks, a motion picture company, significant television production operations, a television stations group, and world-renowned theme parks.
buyer: Comcast Corporation(CMCSA:$35,756.00)
Comcast Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, operates as a cable operator in the United States. It offers various consumer entertainment and communication products and services.
target parent: General Electric Company
target: NBC Universal
NBC Universal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience.
price($mm)[EV]
$13,750 [$22,850]*
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closed 7/10/2008 via BusinessWire

Activision, Inc. merged with Vivendi Games,

See 1222 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Vivendi and Activision, Inc. completed of the transaction announced on December 2, 2007 to create Activision Blizzard, as the world’s most profitable pure-play online and console game publisher. Activision Blizzard was formed by combining Activision and Vivendi Games.
buyer parent:Vivendi Universal S.A.
buyer: Vivendi Games(ATVI:$2,898.14)
Activision Blizzard, Inc. is a worldwide pure-play online and console game publisher with leading market positions across all categories of the rapidly growing interactive entertainment software industry.
target: Activision, Inc.(:$2,898.14)
Activision, Inc. is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure products. Founded in 1979, Activision posted net revenues of $1.5 billion for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2007. Activision has more than 2,000 employees worldwide.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
$1,950
EBITDA ($mm)
$367
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0.0x
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0.0x
closed 8/15/2007 via Company Press Release

CanWest Global Communications Corp., Goldman Sachs Capital Partners, acquired Alliance Atlantis Communications Inc.

See 1009 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: CanWest Global Communications Corp. and Goldman Sachs Capital Partners) announced that AA Acquisition Corp., a subsidiary of CanWest, has completed its acquisition of all of the outstanding shares of Alliance Atlantis Communications Inc. for $53.00 cash per share.
buyer: Goldman Sachs Capital Partners
buyer: CanWest Global Communications Corp.(US:CWGVF:$2,712.18)
CanWest Global, an international media company, is Canada's largest media company. CanWest is Canada's largest publisher of daily newspapers and also owns, operates and/or holds substantial interests in television, out-of-home advertising, web sites and radio stations and networks.
target: Alliance Atlantis Communications Inc.
Alliance Atlantis owns 13 well-branded specialty channels boasting targeted, high-quality programming. The company also co-produces and distributes the hit CSI franchise and indirectly holds a 51% limited partnership interest in Motion Picture Distribution LP.
price ($mm)
$2,317
rev ($mm)
$1,057
EBITDA ($mm)
$193
EV / rev
2.1x
EV / EBITDA
11.3x
closed 5/8/2006 via PR Newswire

Dune Entertainment II LLC, Soros Strategic Partners LP, purchased 59 DreamWorks live action films from Dreamworks SKG

See 1009 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Viacom Inc. announced today that it has completed the sale of Paramount Pictures' DreamWorks film library to Soros Strategic Partners LP and Dune Entertainment II LLC, an affiliate of Dune Capital Management LP. As previously announced, the transaction values the film library at $900 million.
buyer: Soros Strategic Partners LP
buyer: Dune Entertainment II LLC
Soros Strategic Partners LP, an entity managed by Soros Fund Management LLC. Soros Fund Management LLC, founded by George Soros, is a privately-held investment management firm providing financial services and investment strategies for various private funds.
seller parent: Viacom Inc.
seller: Dreamworks SKG(DWA:$749.84)
Dreamworks SKG is a leading producer of live-action motion pictures, animated feature films, network, and cable television programming, home video and DVD entertainment and consumer products. Steven Spielberg, Jeffery Katzenberg and David Geffen launched DreamWorks SKG in October 1994.
price ($mm)
$900
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closed 2/1/2006 via PR Newswire

Paramount Pictures, acquired Dreamworks SKG

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synopsis: Paramount Pictures, a unit of Viacom Inc., announced today that it has closed on its acquisition of DreamWorks SKG for $1.6 billion in cash and assumption of debt. The announcement was made today by Paramount Chairman & CEO Brad Grey.
buyer parent:Viacom Inc.
buyer: Paramount Pictures
Paramount Pictures is part of the entertainment operations of Viacom Inc., one of the leading global entertainment content companies, with prominent and respected brands in focused demographics across virtually all media.
target: Dreamworks SKG(DWA:$749.84)
Dreamworks SKG is a leading producer of live-action motion pictures, animated feature films, network, and cable television programming, home video and DVD entertainment and consumer products. Steven Spielberg, Jeffery Katzenberg and David Geffen launched DreamWorks SKG in October 1994.
price ($mm)
$1,600
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announced 6/8/2005 via Crain's BtoB

National Broadcasting Co. Inc., will purchase a minority stake in Vivendi Universal Entertainment

See 1009 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Barry Diller's e-commerce firm IAC/InterActiveCorp agreed to sell its 5.4% stake in Vivendi Universal Entertainment to NBC Universal for about $3.4 billion in cash, stock and advertising.
buyer parent:General Electric Company
buyer: National Broadcasting Co. Inc.
National Broadcasting Company, wholly owned by industrial behemoth General Electric, owns the NBC Television Network (#2 behind CBS), which serves 13 company-owned stations and more than 200 US affiliates. NBC also operates 24-hour cable channels CNBC and MSNBC.
target parent: IAC/InterActiveCorp
target: Vivendi Universal Entertainment
NBC Universal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience.
price ($mm)
$3,295*
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closed 1/25/2005 via BusinessWire

Electronic Arts Inc., acquired Digital Illusions CE AB

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synopsis: Electronic Arts EA Holding AB today announced the completion of its offer to the shareholders of Digital Illusions CE AB.
buyer: Electronic Arts Inc.(ERTS:$3,589.00)
Electronic Arts Inc. is a leading global interactive entertainment software company. EA develops, publishes, and distributes interactive software worldwide for video game systems, personal computers, wireless devices and the Internet.
target: Digital Illusions CE AB
Founded in 1992, Digital Illusions is an award-winning developer of interactive entertainment based in Stockholm, Sweden, with offices in New York and London, Ontario Canada. The company has more than 200 employees and develops games in basically all existing platforms. Recent titles include Battle
price($mm)[EV]
$24 [$5.01]*
rev ($mm)
$28
EBITDA ($mm)
$8
EV / rev
1.4x
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4.8x
closed 10/11/2004 via BusinessWire

Midway Games Inc., acquired Inevitable Entertainment Inc.

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synopsis: Midway Games Inc. (NYSE:MWY) announced today that it has acquired Austin, Texas-based Inevitable Entertainment Inc., the development studio working on Midway's upcoming new videogame, AREA 51.
buyer: Midway Games Inc.
Midway Games Inc., headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with offices throughout the world, is a leading developer and publisher of interactive entertainment software for major videogame systems and personal computers.
target: Inevitable Entertainment Inc.
Based in Austin's technology corridor, Inevitable Entertainment is an innovative developer of high-quality interactive entertainment products. Established in 2000, Inevitable quickly achieved success through their first effort, the engaging and critically-acclaimed Tribes Aerial Assault which was t
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$2.11
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closed 11/23/2004 via BusinessWire

Power Marketing, Inc, merged with TAG Entertainment, Inc.

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synopsis: Power Marketing, Inc., and TAG Entertainment, Inc., headquartered in Beverly Hills, California, a fully integrated motion picture company whose mission is to provide 'branded' entertainment to a worldwide market, announced today that they have completed their previously announced transaction of the acquisition of TAG by Power Marketing.
buyer: Power Marketing, Inc
Idea Develop customized business plans that combine marketing programs with value-chain initiatives to drive our client's business with current customers. This includes improving SKU distribution, maximizing promotional efficiencies and testing new ideas. Approach different retail channels with app
target: TAG Entertainment, Inc.
Tag Entertainment Inc. is a Los Angeles based entertainment company that produces and distributes engaging, high quality, family motion pictures for fraction of the cost of "the typical" Hollywood film. Tag Entertainment was founded by CEO Steve Austin to fill a void in the marketplace-films that c
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$112
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closed 9/8/2011 via BNC Analysis

Google Inc., acquired Zagat

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synopsis: Google has acquired Zagat, one of the most well-known names in restaurant reviews. Zagat is best known for its small guidebooks that offer reviews and recommendations on restaurants around the world. Zagat was founded in 1979, and includes ratings and reviews submitted by 350,000 surveyors.
buyer: Google Inc.(GOOG:$50,175.00)
Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people with information every day. Google is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program provides businesses with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users.
target: Zagat
With ratings and reviews based on the opinions of over 350,000 surveyors from around the globe, Zagat has become the world's most trusted source to help consumers make informed decisions about restaurants, nightspots, hotels, attractions and other leisure activities.
price ($mm)
$151
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closed 4/3/2008 via PR Newswire

Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia Inc., purchased media and merchandising business from Emeril's Homebase

See 561 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc. has completed the acquisition of Chef Emeril Lagasse's media and merchandising business. Lagasse retains his restaurant and foundation-related assets.
buyer: Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia Inc.(MSO:$221.43)
Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc. is a diversified media and merchandising company, inspiring and engaging consumers with unique content and distinctive products. The Publishing segment encompasses four magazines, including the company's flagship publication, Martha Stewart Living.
seller: Emeril's Homebase
Chef Emeril Lagasse is a national TV personality with broad consumer appeal. He joined the Food Network in 1993 and has hosted over 1600 shows. His programs The Essence of Emeril and Emeril Live reach more than 85 million homes daily.
price ($mm)
$45
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$14
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EV / rev
4.9x
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Takhayal Entertainment
Takhayal Entertainment
Takhayal Entertainment is an Arab-owned diversified film production and satellite broadcast entertainment company that runs TV network Fatafeat. Fatafeat is the first 24-hour free-to-air cuisine television channel based in Dubai and broadcasting to 21 Arabic-speaking countries.
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UTV Software Communications Limited
UTV Software Communications Limited
UTV Software Communications Ltd. is a leading media and entertainment company in India reaching more than 247 million consumers with a presence in motion pictures, television and interactive media.
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2012
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$187.54
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$15.85
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$14.24
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$4.48
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Magic Media Company TV
Magic Media Company TV
Magic Media Company is one of Europe’s largest and most advanced TV and film studio operators. MMC offers state-of-the art production and post-production facilities, an excellent art department, TV studios and stages of any size, and production offices for temporary and permanent use
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Mirage Studios
The Mirage Group is a group of companies, including Mirage Studios, Inc., located in Northampton, Massachusetts, that owned and managed the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles property from its creation in 1984 through 2009.
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2009
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Mojo Brands Media, LLC
Mojo Brands Media specializes in bilingual multiple-platform entertainment, news, and weather programming for broadcast affiliates and cable networks.
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New Wave Entertainment
New Wave Entertainment
New Wave Entertainment provides entertainment marketing and production services. It offers design, interactive, marketing, music, and production services. Its work includes 3D modeling and animation, behind-the-scenes, blu-ray and DVD games and menu design, blu-ray special features, and more.
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Ubisoft Entertainment S.A.
Ubisoft Entertainment S.A.
Ubisoft is a leading producer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment products worldwide and has grown considerably through a strong and diversified line-up of products and partnerships.
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Zapruder's Other Films Pty Ltd.
Zapruder's Other Films Pty Ltd.
Zapruder's Other Films Pty Ltd. engages in television, film, and online content production. It markets and sells its products through book stores and DVD stores. The company was founded in 1989 and is based in Chippendale, Australia.
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Bertelsmann AG
Bertelsmann AG
Bertelsmann produces, serves and markets media. Their content is contributed by RTL Group, Random House, Gruner + Jahr, and also Arvato and Direct Group in more than 50 countries. Bertelsmann’s claim is to inspire people around the world with first-class media and communications offerings.
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2012
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$21,183.31
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104286
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Centerplate, Inc.
Centerplate, Inc.
Centerplate is one of the largest hospitality companies in the world, with 250 North American sports, entertainment and convention venues. It is the largest food service provider for the NFL, a major provider to professional baseball, and partner with 6 of the top 10 most active convention centers.
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Plum TV, Inc.
Plum TV, Inc.
Founded in 2004, Plum TV, a lifestyle network reaching over 5 million of the most affluent viewers in the country across eight markets. Plum TV is distributed on cable television systems in Miami, Aspen, Vail, Telluride, the Hamptons, Sun Valley, Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard.
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Travel Channel International Limited
Travel Channel International Limited
Travel Channel International Limited is an independent company that distributes the Travel Channel brand in 20 languages across Europe, Africa, Middle East and Asia Pacific regions. The company produces and commissions original travel programming for distribution in 91 countries.
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Ringier Axel Springer Media AG
Ringier Axel Springer Media AG
Ringier Axel Springer Media AG is a leading integrated multimedia company in Central and Eastern Europe. Ringier Axel Springer Media AG manages an extensive portfolio of over 70 print titles and more than 60 digital offerings in many expanding markets.
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SCMP Group Ltd.
SCMP Group Ltd.
The SCMP Group brings news, information, and entertainment to the people of Hong Kong, China and beyond. They see their business as 'total publishing'.
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Live Nation Entertainment, Inc.
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc.
Live Nation Entertainment is the world's leading live entertainment and ecommerce company, comprised of four market leaders: Ticketmaster.com, Live Nation Concerts, Front Line Management Group and Live Nation Network.
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2011
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$5,384.00
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$370.38
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($14.46)
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6600
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