Like PharmaNet Development Group, Inc.

closed 3/20/2009 via PR Newswire

PharmaNet Development Group, Inc. merged with JLL Partners,

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synopsis: JLL Partners, a leading private equity investment fund, and PharmaNet Development Group, Inc., a leading provider of clinical development services, announced the successful completion of the tender offer by JLL PharmaNet Holdings, LLC.
buyer: JLL Partners
Founded in 1988, JLL Partners is among the leading private equity investment firms in the country. Since inception, we have managed a series of private equity funds aggregating approximately $4 billion in committed capital. "
 target: PharmaNet Development Group, Inc.
PharmaNet Development Group, Inc. is a leader in outsourced clinical development that offers clinical-development solutions including early and late stage consulting services, Phase I clinical studies and bioanalytical analyses, and Phase II, III and IV clinical development programs.
price ($mm)[EV]
$101 [$186]
rev ($mm)
$451
EBITDA ($mm)
$26
EV / rev
0.4x
EV / EBITDA
7.1x
announced 9/25/2017 via BusinessWire

Konica Minolta, Inc., will acquire Invicro, LLC

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synopsis: Konica Minolta, Inc. and Boston-based Invicro LLC announced that they have concluded an agreement whereby Konica Minolta will acquire Invicro, a leading provider of imaging services and software for research and drug development.
buyer: Konica Minolta, Inc. (TSE:4902:$9,557.68)
Konica Minolta, Inc. is a Japanese technology company headquartered in Tokyo. The company manufactures business and industrial imaging products, including copiers, laser printers, multi-functional peripherals (MFPs) and digital print systems for the production printing market. "
 target: Invicro, LLC
Invicro is a leading provider of imaging services and software for research and drug development. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Invicro LLC was founded in 2008 with the mission of improving the role and function of imaging in drug discovery and development across all therapeutic areas.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
$106
EBITDA ($mm)
$17
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0.0x
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0.0x
closed 8/16/2017 via BusinessWire

Evotec BioSystems GmbH, acquired Aptuit, Inc.

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synopsis: Evotec announced that it has successfully completed the acquisition of Aptuit, a partner research organisation for integrated outsourced drug discovery and development solutions. This acquisition adds considerable business opportunities to further accelerate Evotec's long-term strategy to be the industry partner of choice for external innovation.
buyer: Evotec BioSystems GmbH (XTRA:EVT:$226.46)
Founded in Hamburg Germany, Evotec BioSystems GmbH is a drug discovery alliance and development partnership company focused on rapidly progressing innovative product approaches with leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, academics, patient advocacy groups and venture capitalists. "
 target parent: Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe
target: Aptuit, Inc.
Aptuit, Inc. (formerly Global Pharmaceutical Development, Inc.) is an emerging company focused on streamlining and supporting the drug development process for biotechnology and pharmaceutical innovators.
price ($mm)
$300
rev ($mm)
$93
EBITDA ($mm)
$12
EV / rev
3.2x
EV / EBITDA
25.8x
announced 6/20/2017 via Company Press Release

Pamplona Capital Management LLP, will acquire PAREXEL International Corporation

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synopsis: Pamplona Capital Management, LLP has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire all of the outstanding shares of PAREXEL International Corporation, a leading global biopharmaceutical services provider. PAREXEL provides a broad range of expertise-based clinical research, consulting, medical communications, and technology solutions and services.
buyer: Pamplona Capital Management LLP
Pamplona Capital Management is a London, New York, and Boston-based specialist investment manager established in 2005 that provides an alternative investment platform across private equity, fund of hedge funds, and single-manager hedge fund investments. "
 target: PAREXEL International Corporation (PRXL:$1,939.36)
PAREXEL International Corporation is a leading global biopharmaceutical services company, providing a broad range of clinical research, consulting, medical communications, and technology solutions and services to the worldwide pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries.
price ($mm)[EV]
$4,508 [$4,923]
rev ($mm)
$2,097
EBITDA ($mm)
$343
EV / rev
2.4x
EV / EBITDA
14.6x
announced 5/10/2017 via BNC Analysis

inVentiv Health, Inc. will be merged with INC Research, Inc.,

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synopsis: INC Research Holdings, Inc., a leading global Phase I-IV Contract Research Organization ("CRO"), and inVentiv Health, Inc., a leading, global CRO and Contract Commercial Organization will merge. INC Research shareholders will own approximately 53 percent and inVentiv shareholders will own approximately 47 percent of the merged entity.
buyer: INC Research, Inc. (SYNH:$3,472.40)
INC Research is a leading global contract research organization ("CRO") providing the full range of Phase I to Phase IV clinical development services for the biopharmaceutical and medical device industries. "
 target parent: Thomas H. Lee Partners, L.P.
target: inVentiv Health, Inc.
inVentiv Health is a global professional services organization designed to help the biopharmaceutical industry accelerate the delivery of much-needed therapies to market. Their Clinical Research Organization (CRO) and Contract Commercial Organization (CCO) offer a differentiated suite of services.
price ($mm)[EV]
$2,453 [$4,552]
rev ($mm)
$2,156
EBITDA ($mm)
$306
EV / rev
2.1x
EV / EBITDA
14.9x
closed 10/3/2016 via BusinessWire

Quintiles Transnational Corp. merged with IMS Health Incorporated,

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synopsis: Quintiles IMS Holdings, Inc. announced that it has successfully completed its merger of equals transaction between IMS Health Holdings, Inc. and Quintiles Transnational Holdings Inc. The merger creates a leading information and tech-enabled global healthcare service provider, and a full suite of end-to-end clinical and commercial offerings.
buyer: IMS Health Incorporated (NYSE:IQV:$10,412.00)
IMS Health is a leading global information and technology services company providing clients in the healthcare industry with end-to-end solutions to measure and improve their performance. They connect configurable SaaS applications to complex healthcare data in the IMS One™ cloud platform. "
 target: Quintiles Transnational Corp. (Q:$4,497.17)
Quintiles is the world’s largest provider of biopharmaceutical development services and commercial outsourcing services. They help customers navigate the increasingly complex healthcare environment to improve efficiency and to deliver better healthcare outcomes.
price ($mm)
$8,750
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closed 11/6/2009 via BusinessWire

PPD, Inc., acquired Excel PharmaStudies Inc.

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synopsis: PPD, Inc. announced it has completed its acquisition of Excel PharmaStudies, Inc., one of the largest contract research organizations in China. The acquisition strengthens PPD’s full range of drug development services in the country and positions it to capitalize on the tremendous growth of the outsourcing market in Asia Pacific.
buyer: PPD, Inc.
PPD is a leading global contract research organization (CRO) providing discovery, development and post-approval services as well as compound partnering programs. PPD's clients and partners include pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, academic and government organizations. "
 target: Excel PharmaStudies Inc.
Excel PharmaStudies, Inc. is a full-service provider of clinical research, registration, biometrics, and training and consultation services. Excel is the leading CRO in China and operates 22 offices worldwide, with more than 300 staff members.
price ($mm)
$16
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closed 7/17/2009 via PR Newswire

Pierrel SpA, purchased US Operations from Encorium Group Inc.

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synopsis: Encorium Group, Inc., a full service multinational clinical research organization, announced that is has completed the previously announced sale of the Company's U.S. business to Pierrel Research USA, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Pierrel SpA, an international contract research organization listed on Milano's Stock Exchange.
buyer: Pierrel SpA (PIELF:$0.00)
Pierrel S.p.A. is a pharmaceutical company specializing in contract research, development and the manufacture of medicines. The Pierrel Group boasts over 50 years of experience in the pharmaceutical sector, and is one of the main Italian manufacturers of local anaesthetics for dental use. "
 seller: Encorium Group Inc.
Encorium is a full-service Contract Research Organization providing comprehensive solutions for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies. At Encorium we recognize the challenges that often arise during drug development.
price ($mm)[EV]
$0.08 [$2.58]
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announced 4/8/2009 via PR Newswire

Next Fuel, Inc., will acquire Clinical Trials of the Americas, Inc.

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synopsis: Clinical Trials of America Inc. announced that it has entered into a binding letter of intent to sell shares equal to approximately 75% of its issued and outstanding shares to Next Fuel Inc., a developer of a proprietary "On Demand" Hydrogen Generation System.
buyer: Next Fuel, Inc.
Next Fuel Inc. is a developer of a proprietary "On Demand" Hydrogen Generation System that is used as fuel for Fuel Cells which produce electricity. "
 target: Clinical Trials of the Americas, Inc.
Clinical Trials of the Americas, Inc. provides clinical trial investigator services in dedicated sites throughout the Americas. Initially, we intend to introduce our services in Central America.
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closed 3/2/2009 via PR Newswire

ASG, Inc., acquired Ockham Development Group, Inc.

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synopsis: ASG, Inc. a high-quality functional outsourcing and specialty staffing services group based in Cary, North Carolina - has acquired neighboring Ockham Development Group, Inc., a full-service contract research organization.
buyer: ASG, Inc.
ASG provides high-quality functional outsourcing and specialty staffing services to CROs, pharmaceutical, biotech and medical device companies that require clinical operations, GCP, GLP or GMP auditing, data management, statistical programming, biostatistics and medical writing solutions. "
 target: Ockham Development Group, Inc.
Ockham Development Group Inc. is a privately held contract research organization headquartered in Cary, North Carolina.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
$12
EBITDA ($mm)
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0.0x
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closed 4/22/2009 via BusinessWire

PPD, Inc., acquired AbCRO, Inc.

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synopsis: PPD, Inc. announced that it has completed the acquisition of AbC.R.O., Inc., a Bulgarian contract research organization. The acquisition strengthens PPD’s ability to provide a broad range of clinical trial management and monitoring, patient recruitment, site identification and regulatory affairs services to its growing client base in the Balkans.
buyer: PPD, Inc.
PPD is a leading global contract research organization (CRO) providing discovery, development and post-approval services as well as compound partnering programs. PPD's clients and partners include pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, academic and government organizations. "
 target: AbCRO, Inc.
AbCRO provides a full range of Phase II-IV clinical services, including clinical trial management and monitoring, patient recruitment, site identification and regulatory affairs.
price ($mm)
$36
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closed 1/27/2009 via BusinessWire

Altarum Institute, acquired KAI Research, Inc.

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synopsis: Altarum Institute, a non-profit health systems research and consulting organization, has purchased Rockville, Maryland-based KAI Research, Inc. (KAI). KAI provides innovative, cost-effective and practical support to the pharmaceutical and biotech industry, academic institutions and the National Institutes of Health.
buyer: Altarum Institute
Altarum Institute is a nonprofit health systems research and consulting organization serving government and private-sector clients. "
 target: KAI Research, Inc.
KAI Research provides innovative, cost-effective and practical support to the pharmaceutical and biotech industries. KAI currently supports pharmaco-vigilance activities for over 90 marketed drugs and is providing safety surveillance for dozens of ongoing clinical trials.
price ($mm)
$7.55
rev ($mm)
$10
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
0.8x
EV / EBITDA
closed 3/13/2009 via BNC Analysis

Premier Research Group, acquired Pivotal Research Centers, LLC

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synopsis: PHC, Inc. d/b/a Pioneer Behavioral Health, a leading provider of inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services, announced Premier Research Arizona, LLC, a unit of Premier Research Group PLC, has signed a purchase agreement to acquire the assets of PHC's Pivotal Research Centers.
buyer: Premier Research Group
Premier Research is a leading solutions-driven CRO committed to therapeutic focus and operational expertise to deliver clinical trial services of the highest quality for biopharmaceutical and medical device companies. "
 target parent: Pioneer Behavioral Health
target: Pivotal Research Centers, LLC
Pivotal Research Centers, LLC provides clinical drug testing. It performs all phases of clinical research for Phase I to Phase IV drugs under development through two research sites. Pivotal was founded by Louis C. Kirby in 1993 and is based in Phoenix, Arizona.
price ($mm)
$3.00
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closed 10/30/2007 via Company Press Release

Chiltern International Inc., acquired Clinical Trial Management Services, Inc.

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synopsis: Chiltern, a leading global clinical research organization (CRO), announced the acquisition of Clinical Trial Management Services, Inc. (CTMS) a Bristol, Tennessee based CRO offering high quality services throughout the United States.
buyer: Chiltern International Inc.
Chiltern is a global CRO with experience running and staffing international Phase I to Phase IV clinical trials. Chiltern’s services include: Early Phase, Global Clinical Development, Late Phase, Biometrics, Medical and Regulatory Affairs and Resourcing Solutions. "
 target: Clinical Trial Management Services, Inc.
Clinical Trial Management Services, Inc. provides clinical research services such as clinical trial management and monitoring services, such as project management, investigative site management and monitoring services.
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closed 12/14/2009 via BusinessWire

NexMed, Inc., acquired Bio-Quant, Inc.

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synopsis: NexMed, Inc., a developer of products based on the NexACT® technology, announced the closing of its acquisition of Bio-Quant, Inc., a privately-held leading research organization for in vitro and in vivo contract drug discovery and pre-clinical development services, headquartered in San Diego, CA.
buyer: NexMed, Inc. (NEXM:$0.00)
NexMed is an innovative drug developer that is leveraging its proprietary NexACT® drug delivery technology to produce a host of new medical treatments. NexMed’s drugs address a variety of health conditions, such as nail fungus, sexual disorders and more. "
 target: Bio-Quant, Inc.
Founded in 1999, Bio-Quant is the largest specialty CRO based in San Diego and is one of the industry's most experienced CROs for in vitro and in vivo pharmacology services and research models specializing in oncology, inflammation, immunology, and metabolic diseases, including diabetes.
price ($mm)[EV]
$13 [$13]
rev ($mm)
$5
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
2.5x
EV / EBITDA
announced 10/28/2009 via PR Newswire

Alpha Analytical, will acquire Boston Analytical

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synopsis: Alpha Analytical is announcing the completion of the acquisition of Boston Analytical, Inc. Established in 1987, Boston Analytical is a registered, cGMP compliant contract testing laboratory providing quality analytical and microbiological testing services to the pharmaceutical, biotech, device, cosmetic and nutritional product industries.
buyer: Alpha Analytical
Alpha Analytical, Inc. provides full-service environmental laboratory solutions for the most demanding industrial and commercial applications in the U.S. and abroad. Alpha Analytical is the largest environmental laboratory in New England and among the top 18 laboratories in the country. "
 target: Boston Analytical
Boston Analytical is committed to providing quality Analytical and Microbiological testing services to pharmaceutical companies worldwide in support of their Product Development, Release and Stability Testing objectives.
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closed 10/12/2009 via Company Press Release

J O Hambro Capital Management Limited, acquired Celsis International

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synopsis: Chicago-based Celsis International, a leading global life sciences company, announces that it has been acquired by UK-based private equity firm J O Hambro and will de-list from the London Stock Exchange (LSE) and operate as a privately held company.
buyer: J O Hambro Capital Management Limited
J O Hambro Capital Management, the London-based boutique investment firm, offers an alternative to the large traditional fund management firms that have dominated the market for many years. "
 target: Celsis International
Celsis International plc is a leading international provider of innovative life science products and laboratory services to the pharmaceutical and consumer products industries through our three divisions: Rapid Detection, Analytical Services and In Vitro Technologies.
price ($mm)[EV]
$55 [$52]*
rev ($mm)
$42
EBITDA ($mm)
$12
EV / rev
1.9x
EV / EBITDA
6.3x
closed 7/16/2009 via PR Newswire

Water Street Healthcare Partners, acquired AAIPharma Services

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synopsis: Water Street Healthcare Partners, a leading private equity firm focused exclusively on the health care industry, announced that it has acquired the Pharmaceutical Development division from AAIPharma Inc.
buyer: Water Street Healthcare Partners
Water Street Healthcare Partners is a leading private equity firm focused exclusively on health care. With more than $1 billion of capital under management, Water Street is one of the most active investors in the health care industry. "
 target parent: AAIPharma Inc.
target: AAIPharma Services
AAIPharma Services serves more than 300 large pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. Its team of 450 scientists and professionals specialize in services that encompass the entire process of pharmaceutical drug development from discovery through commercialization.
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announced 6/1/2009 via Reuters

INC Research, Inc., will purchase Late Stage Research Unit from MDS, Inc.

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synopsis: MDS Inc has announced that it planns to narrow its contract research focus by selling its late stage operations and central laboratory divisions to Contract Research Organization INC Research, Inc.
buyer: INC Research, Inc. (SYNH:$3,472.40)
INC Research is a therapeutically focused contract research organization with an unrivaled reputation for conducting Phase I- Phase IV clinical development programs of the highest integrity. "
 seller: MDS, Inc. (MDZ:$231.00)
MDS Inc. is a global life sciences company that provides market-leading products and services that are used by its customers for the development of drugs, and the diagnosis and treatment of disease. The Company has more than 5,000 employees in 29 countries and net revenues of more than US$1.2 bil.
price ($mm)
$45
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closed 4/17/2009 via PR Newswire

ChemRar High-Tech Center, acquired Prudentas, LLC

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synopsis: ChemDiv, a global chemistry-driven contract research organization, announced that its ChemRar High Tech Center has acquired Prudentas LLC, one of the leading CRO companies conducting high quality Phase I - Phase IV studies in Eastern Europe.
buyer parent: ChemDiv, Inc.
buyer: ChemRar High-Tech Center
The ChemRar High-Tech Center is a unique pharma and biotechnology complex founded by innovative life science organizations in Russia. ChemRar's component companies are engaged in discovering, developing and commercializing novel drugs for partners in Russia and worldwide. "
 target: Prudentas, LLC
Prudentas is a Russian Clinical Contract Research Organization founded by and consisting of highly qualified clinical research professionals with extensive experience of working previously together as a team.
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closed 3/20/2009 via PR Newswire

PharmaNet Development Group, Inc. merged with JLL Partners,

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synopsis: JLL Partners, a leading private equity investment fund, and PharmaNet Development Group, Inc., a leading provider of clinical development services, announced the successful completion of the tender offer by JLL PharmaNet Holdings, LLC.
buyer: JLL Partners
Founded in 1988, JLL Partners is among the leading private equity investment firms in the country. Since inception, we have managed a series of private equity funds aggregating approximately $4 billion in committed capital. "
 target: PharmaNet Development Group, Inc.
PharmaNet Development Group, Inc. is a leader in outsourced clinical development that offers clinical-development solutions including early and late stage consulting services, Phase I clinical studies and bioanalytical analyses, and Phase II, III and IV clinical development programs.
price ($mm)[EV]
$101 [$186]
rev ($mm)
$451
EBITDA ($mm)
$26
EV / rev
0.4x
EV / EBITDA
7.1x
closed 8/5/2020 via GlobeNewswire

Xact Data Discovery, acquired Anexsys Group Limited

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synopsis: Xact Data Discovery (XDD), a leading international provider of eDiscovery, data management and managed review services for law firms and corporations, has acquired Anexsys Group Limited, an eDiscovery services company based in the UK. Adding Anexsys to the XDD family enables XDD to expand eDiscovery, Forensics and Managed Review services in the UK.
buyer parent: JLL Partners
buyer: Xact Data Discovery
Xact Data Discovery (XDD) is a leading international provider of eDiscovery, data management and managed review services for law firms and corporations. XDD helps clients optimize their eDiscovery matters by orchestrating precision communication between people, processes, technology and data. "
 target parent: Hobs Group
target: Anexsys Group Limited
UK-based Anexsys is a legal technology services consultancy, providing eDiscovery, digital forensics, and hardcopy services to law firms, corporations, and government bodies throughout the UK and Europe. Anexsys designs and implements bespoke software solutions to enhance legal processes.
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closed 7/14/2020 via GlobeNewswire

Xact Data Discovery, acquired LightSpeed Legal

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synopsis: Xact Data Discovery (XDD), a leading international provider of eDiscovery, data management and managed review services for law firms and corporations, has acquired LightSpeed Legal, an eDiscovery services company. The acquisition of LightSpeed further bolsters XDD's physical presence in the DC market.
buyer parent: JLL Partners
buyer: Xact Data Discovery
Xact Data Discovery (XDD) is a leading international provider of eDiscovery, data management and managed review services for law firms and corporations. XDD helps clients optimize their eDiscovery matters by orchestrating precision communication between people, processes, technology and data. "
 target: LightSpeed Legal
LightSpeed is an eDiscovery partner that provides leading law firms and corporations with high quality, and defensible strategic solutions. LightSpeed has worked with eDiscovery consulting and digital forensics for over 15 years and has experience in multiple cross-border internal investigations.
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closed 9/4/2019 via GlobeNewswire

Xact Data Discovery, acquired Beyond IT

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synopsis: Xact Data Discovery (XDD), a leading international provider of eDiscovery, data management and managed review services for law firms and corporations, announced the acquisition of Beyond IT, a cybersecurity and digital forensics company based in Houshttps://cmdm.berkerynoyes.com/acquisition/Edit/71420#tab_targetton, TX.
buyer parent: JLL Partners
buyer: Xact Data Discovery
Xact Data Discovery (XDD) is a leading international provider of eDiscovery, data management, and managed review services for law firms and corporations. XDD helps clients optimize their eDiscovery matters by orchestrating pristine communication between people, processes, technology, and data. "
 target: Beyond IT
Beyond IT is a licensed and full service Investigations Company providing Computer Forensics, eDiscovery, Network Intrusion, Data Recovery, and Mobile Device Forensics.
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closed 8/28/2019 via BNC Analysis

JLL Partners, Water Street Healthcare Partners, acquired THREAD Research

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synopsis: Water Street Healthcare Partners and JLL Partners have acquired Orange County, California-based THREAD, a provider of technology that enables virtual research approaches to modernize clinical studies and registries.
buyer: JLL Partners
buyer: Water Street Healthcare Partners
JLL Partners is a middle-market private equity firm with a 30-year track record of building and transforming businesses. Water Street is a strategic investor focused exclusively on healthcare. The firm has a strong record of building market-leading companies across key growth sectors in healthcare. "
 target: THREAD Research
THREAD is a virtual research platform used by biopharma, CROs, non-profit researchers, and life science organizations to capture global clinical study data in between, as well as during and instead of clinic visits.
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closed 7/2/2019 via GlobeNewswire

Xact Data Discovery, acquired QDiscovery

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synopsis: Xact Data Discovery (XDD), a leading international provider of eDiscovery, data management, and managed review services for law firms and corporations, has acquired QDiscovery, an eDiscovery, and digital forensic services provider. QDiscovery provides eDiscovery, forensics, managed review, and consulting services to law firms and corporations.
buyer parent: JLL Partners
buyer: Xact Data Discovery
Xact Data Discovery (XDD) is a leading international provider of eDiscovery, data management, and managed review services for law firms and corporations. XDD helps clients optimize their eDiscovery matters by orchestrating pristine communication between people, processes, technology, and data. "
 target: QDiscovery
QDiscovery is a premier provider of electronic discovery and digital forensic services across the entire Electronic Discovery Reference Model spectrum. Their team serves corporations, law firms, and government enterprises, helping them manage complex matters and reduce the expense of litigation.
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closed 2/12/2019 via GlobeNewswire

Xact Data Discovery, acquired QUiVX

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synopsis: Xact Data Discovery (XDD), a leading international provider of eDiscovery, data management and managed review services for law firms and corporations, announced the acquisition of QUiVX’s forensics, review and eDiscovery services.
buyer parent: JLL Partners
buyer: Xact Data Discovery
Xact Data Discovery (XDD) is a leading international provider of eDiscovery, data management and managed review services for law firms and corporations. XDD helps clients optimize their eDiscovery matters by orchestrating pristine communication between people, processes, technology and data. "
 target: QUiVX
QUiVX is an agile eDiscovery company providing advanced eDiscovery, review and consulting services to law firms and corporations. QUiVX services span the entire EDRM including; eDiscovery, forensics, review, analytics, hosting, consulting, trial preparation and paper discovery services.
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closed 12/5/2018 via GlobeNewswire

Xact Data Discovery, acquired Esquify

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synopsis: Xact Data Discovery (XDD), a leading international provider of eDiscovery, data management and managed review services for law firms and corporations, acquired Esquify, a cutting-edge software company that provides powerful AI automation workforce management solutions for legal review.
buyer parent: JLL Partners
buyer: Xact Data Discovery
Xact Data Discovery (XDD) is a leading international provider of eDiscovery, data management and managed review services for law firms and corporations. XDD helps clients optimize their eDiscovery matters by orchestrating pristine communication between people, processes, technology and data. "
 target: Esquify
Esquify is a cutting-edge software company that provides powerful AI automation workforce management solutions for legal review. They are based in Chicago, IL.
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closed 6/5/2018 via Company Press Release

JLL Partners, Water Street Healthcare Partners, acquired Triplefin

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synopsis: Water Street Healthcare Partners, a strategic investor focused exclusively on the health care industry, and JLL Partners, a leading middle-market private equity firm, announced that they acquired Triplefin, an industry leader in patient support for more than 30 years.
buyer: JLL Partners
buyer: Water Street Healthcare Partners
Water Street is a strategic investor focused exclusively on health care. The firm has a strong record of building market-leading companies across key growth sectors in health care. JLL Partners is a leading middle-market private equity firm. "
 target parent: H.D. Smith
target: Triplefin
A market leader in patient support for more than 30 years, Triplefin delivers comprehensive hub services that improve patient access and adherence, including its patent-pending Rx365® suite of digital solutions.
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closed 1/3/2018 via GlobeNewswire

JLL Partners, acquired Xact Data Discovery

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synopsis: Xact Data Discovery (XDD), a leading international provider of eDiscovery, data management and managed review services for law firms and corporations, announced that it has been acquired by JLL Partners, a middle market private equity firm based in New York.
buyer: JLL Partners
JLL Partners is a leading middle-market private equity firm with a 29-year track record of building and transforming businesses through its financial and operational expertise. Since its founding in 1988, JLL Partners has committed approximately $5 billion across seven funds. "
 target: Xact Data Discovery
Xact Data Discovery is a leading international provider of eDiscovery, data management and managed review services for law firms and corporations. XDD helps clients optimize their eDiscovery matters by orchestrating pristine communication between people, processes, technology and data.
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closed 9/21/2015 via PR Newswire

BioClinica, Inc., acquired Synowledge

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synopsis: BioClinica, Inc., a specialty clinical trials services and technology provider, announced that it has acquired Synowledge to expand into the drug safety and regulatory business process outsourcing market. Synowledge specializes in pharmacovigilance, regulatory affairs and information technology services to support biopharmaceutical companies.
buyer parent: JLL Partners
buyer: BioClinica, Inc.
BioClinica is a specialty clinical trials services provider that improves the development of new medical therapies by delivering expertise and technologies that enhance clinical research data and analytics, worldwide. "
 target: Synowledge
Synowledge is a specialized drug safety, regulatory affairs and IT services provider that assists and enables small, medium and large life sciences organizations to satisfy their global regulatory requirements.
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closed 6/16/2014 via PR Newswire

BioClinica, Inc., acquired Blueprint Clinical

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synopsis: BioClinica®, Inc., a leading provider of eClinical Solutions for the Pharmaceutical Industry, has announced the acquisition of Blueprint Clinical, a fast-growing company offering ground-breaking technology and extensive expertise to drive successful Risk-Based Monitoring (RBM) strategies for clinical trials.
buyer parent: JLL Partners
buyer: BioClinica, Inc.
BioClinica, Inc. is a leading global provider of integrated clinical trial management technologies including eClinical solutions for clinical trial supply management, forecasting and optimization, electronic data capture, randomization, and clinical trial management. "
 target: Blueprint Clinical
Blueprint Clinical, Inc. creates Software-as-a-Service tools that help improve monitoring of clinical trials. Their first product, Blueprint Clinical Compass™, ultimately allows risk based monitoring implementation thereby improving quality and efficiency of clinical trials.
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announced 2/11/2013 via BusinessWire

JLL Partners, will acquire BioClinica, Inc.

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synopsis: BioClinica®, Inc., a leading global provider of clinical trial management solutions and JLL Partners, Inc. announced that BC Acquisition Corp., which is a wholly-owned subsidiary of BioCore Holdings, Inc., each of which is an affiliate of JLL, has commenced a tender offer for all outstanding shares of BioClinica.
buyer: JLL Partners
JLL Partners is a leading New York-based private equity investment firm with approximately $4 billion of capital under management. JLL Partners’ investment philosophy is to partner with outstanding management teams and invest in companies that they can continue to grow into market leaders. "
 target: BioClinica, Inc.
BioClinica, Inc. is a leading global provider of integrated, technology-enhanced clinical trial management solutions. BioClinica solutions maximize efficiency and manageability throughout all phases of the clinical trial process.
price ($mm)[EV]
$114 [$105]
rev ($mm)
$79
EBITDA ($mm)
$10
EV / rev
1.4x
EV / EBITDA
10.5x
closed 6/22/2010 via Company Press Release

JLL Partners, acquired Ross Learning LLC

See 61 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Huron Capital announced today that it has sold its portfolio company, Ross Education. Based in St. Clair, Michigan, Ross Education operates a group of 17 postsecondary schools that offer career-oriented training in allied health fields.
buyer: JLL Partners
Founded in 1988, JLL Partners is among the leading private equity investment firms in the country. Since inception, they have managed a series of private equity funds aggregating approximately $4 billion in committed capital. "
 target parent: Huron Capital Partners LLC
target: Ross Learning LLC
Ross Education LLC is the owner of Ross Medical Education Center. Ross has offered short-term vocational and career training programs for over 30 years. The Company operates a group of 17 postsecondary schools that offer career-oriented training in allied health fields.
price ($mm)
$232
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
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closed 12/17/2009 via BNC Analysis

Education Affiliates LLC, acquired MedVance Institute

See 67 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: MedVance Institute announced Education Affiliates Inc. has acquired MedVance from Generation Partners and other shareholders. MedVance is a national leader in medical and allied health-related career training.
buyer parent: JLL Partners
buyer: Education Affiliates LLC
Education Affiliates Inc. is a leading post-secondary education company with a strong focus on allied health programs. EA has become one of the most prominent privately held school groups in the industry and currently operates a network of 40 campuses concentrated in 13 states in the eastern US. "
 target parent: Generation Partners
target: MedVance Institute
Headquartered in West Palm Beach, FL, MedVance provides Associate, Diploma and Certificate programs to recent high school graduates and adult students seeking education and training for positions in allied health.
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closed 7/29/2009 via BNC Analysis

JLL Partners, acquired Patheon, Inc.

See 29 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: JLL Partners Inc. has become the majority shareholder of Patheon Inc., a leading provider of contract development and manufacturing services to the global pharmaceutical industry.
buyer: JLL Partners
Founded in 1988, JLL Partners is among the leading private equity investment firms in the country. Since inception, we have managed a series of private equity funds aggregating approximately $4 billion in committed capital. "
 target: Patheon, Inc.
Patheon Inc. is a leading provider of contract development and manufacturing services to the global pharmaceutical industry. Patheon provides products and services to more than three hundred of the world's leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies.
price ($mm)[EV]
$89 [$300]*
rev ($mm)
$628
EBITDA ($mm)
$82
EV / rev
1.0x
EV / EBITDA
7.4x
closed 3/20/2009 via PR Newswire

PharmaNet Development Group, Inc. merged with JLL Partners,

See 29 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: JLL Partners, a leading private equity investment fund, and PharmaNet Development Group, Inc., a leading provider of clinical development services, announced the successful completion of the tender offer by JLL PharmaNet Holdings, LLC.
buyer: JLL Partners
Founded in 1988, JLL Partners is among the leading private equity investment firms in the country. Since inception, we have managed a series of private equity funds aggregating approximately $4 billion in committed capital. "
 target: PharmaNet Development Group, Inc.
PharmaNet Development Group, Inc. is a leader in outsourced clinical development that offers clinical-development solutions including early and late stage consulting services, Phase I clinical studies and bioanalytical analyses, and Phase II, III and IV clinical development programs.
price ($mm)[EV]
$101 [$186]
rev ($mm)
$451
EBITDA ($mm)
$26
EV / rev
0.4x
EV / EBITDA
7.1x
closed 7/19/2007 via

JLL Partners, acquired Skylight Financial, Inc.

See 110 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Skylight Financial, an industry-leading issuer, acquirer, marketer and processor of debit accounts and stored value cards, to join portfolio of JLL Partners.
buyer: JLL Partners
Founded in 1988, JLL Partners is among the leading private equity investment firms in the country. Since inception, we have managed a series of private equity funds aggregating approximately $4 billion in committed capital. "
 target parent: GTCR Golder Rauner
target: Skylight Financial, Inc.
Skylight Financial, Inc. is an industry-leading issuer, acquirer, marketer and processor of debit accounts and stored value cards. Skylight has established itself as the leading payroll card provider through its flagship debit card product, the Skylight Debit Card Account.
price ($mm)
$100
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
$7
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
14.0x
closed 11/4/2004 via Company Press Release

Education Affiliates LLC, acquired The Marco Group

See 43 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Education Affiliates LLC, a new platform company started by New York private equity firm JLL Partners Inc. to acquire for-profit post-secondary schools, completed its first buyout, of Baltimore-based Marco Group, according to JLL vice president Frank Rodriguez. Rodriguez said JLL put up the entire $52 million purchase price for Marco.
buyer parent: JLL Partners
buyer: Education Affiliates LLC
Education Affiliates Inc. is a leading post-secondary education company with a strong focus on allied health programs. EA has become one of the most prominent privately held school groups in the industry and currently operates a network of 40 campuses concentrated in 13 states in the eastern US. "
 target: The Marco Group
Marco, which operates 10 vocational and professional training schools.
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closed 7/4/2003 via PR Newswire

JLL Partners, purchased Mosaic Sales Solutions business from Mosaic Group, Inc.

See 3484 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Mosaic Group Inc. announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with an affiliate of JLL Partners ) for the sale of the assets and other direct and indirect interests of the Company in its Mosaic Sales Solutions business, for a purchase price of approximately C$105 million, subject to certain conditions.
buyer: JLL Partners
Founded in 1988, JLL Partners is among the leading private equity investment firms in the country. Since inception, we have managed a series of private equity funds aggregating approximately $4 billion in committed capital. "
 seller: Mosaic Group, Inc.
Mosaic Group Inc. Provision of outsourced marketing services on an integrated basis to leading corporations serving international markets which include performance marketing, electronic marketing, e-commerce marketing, new media services, contract sales, merchandising, field marketing, direct marke
price ($mm)
$76
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
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closed 1/30/2017 via BNC Analysis

Technische Werke Ludwigshafen AG, acquired WEBfactory GmbH

See 66 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Fidura Private Equity Fonds has sold their majority stake in the software company WEBfactory GmbH in Buchen (Odenwald) successfully to Technische Werke Ludwigshafen AG (TWL). WEBFactory provides standard software for the surveillance and control of machines and industrial systems and for the online analysis and assessment of production data.
buyer: Technische Werke Ludwigshafen AG
Technische Werke Ludwigshafen AG (TWL) is a local utility company based in Ludwigshafen am Rhein, Germany. TWL has for over 100 years supplied the city of Ludwigshafen with electricity, gas, refrigeration, water and district heating. "
 target parent: Fidura Private Equity Fonds
target: WEBfactory GmbH
WEBfactory GmbH, headquartered in Baden-Württemberg, Buchen, provides standard software for the surveillance and control of machines and industrial systems and for the online analysis and assessment of production data.
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closed 11/28/2016 via Market Wire

N. Harris Computer Corporation, acquired iMDsoft

See 65 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Constellation Software Inc., announced its wholly-owned subsidiary N. Harris Computer Corporation has acquired all of the shares of I.M.D. Soft Limited a leading international clinical information systems software provider.
buyer parent: Constellation Software, Inc.
buyer: N. Harris Computer Corporation
Harris has focused on providing feature-rich and robust turnkey solutions to Public Sector, Schools, Utility, and Health Care agencies throughout North America. Harris’ focus is on creating long-term relationships with its customers and ensuring that it meets the changing needs of its customers. "
 target parent: TPG Capital
target: iMDsoft
iMDsoft is a leading provider of proven clinical information systems worldwide. The Company’s products are designed to enhance quality of care for critically ill patients and improve financial performance for healthcare providers.
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closed 7/9/2012 via PR Newswire

MetrixLab, acquired MarketTools Inc.

See 65 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: MetrixLab, a global provider of online consumer research services, announced that it has acquired MarketTools Research Solutions Inc., a leader in services and software for market research, from TPG Growth. MarketTools is known for pioneering some of the first research technologies on the Internet.
buyer: MetrixLab
MetrixLab is a fast-growing global provider of online consumer research services. Its solutions are employed by over half of the Top 100 Global Brands such as Microsoft, Philips, Google and Heineken. The company is headquartered in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. "
 target parent: TPG Capital
target: MarketTools Inc.
MarketTools is the leading provider of services and software for market research. Through the use of advanced respondent engagement techniques and comprehensive analytic tools, MarketTools helps clients innovate, optimize and execute programs that deliver high-value business impact.
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announced 1/23/2019 via PR Newswire

Dynata, will acquire Reimagine Holdings Group

See 423 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Dynata, a global leader in first-party data and data services, announces it has reached an agreement to acquire Reimagine Holdings Group, a global leader in data creation and technology-enabled business intelligence headquartered in Westport, Connecticut.
buyer parent: Court Square Capital Partners
buyer: Dynata
Dynata is the premier global provider of data solutions and technology for consumer and B2B survey research. Dynata reaches participants in 90+ sample countries via internet, telephone, mobile/wireless and mixed-access offerings. "
 target: Reimagine Holdings Group
Reimagine is a global leader in data creation for business intelligence, and has redefined the insights industry by acquiring and investing in growth-oriented, technology-enabled service companies.
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closed 3/14/2017 via PR Newswire

The Shipyard, acquired TOMORRO\\\ LLC

See 29 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: The Shipyard, an independent marketing firm, today announces the acquisition of TOMORRO\\\, an innovation consultancy led by marketing icon Jon Bond – combining the companies' strategic, creative and data-centric talents to address rising demand from businesses seeking to inoculate themselves against Disruption.
buyer: The Shipyard
The Shipyard is an independent marketing consultancy and the first "marketing engineering" firm. It is creating digital transformation for the world's most significant brands- where high velocity content creation meets big data, where competitive strategy meets creative and disruptive advertising. "
 target: TOMORRO\\\ LLC
TOMORRO\\\ LLC is a consultancy designed to accelerate brand value through the adoption of the most forward-thinking marketing approaches and technologies. TOMORRO\\\ is an active investor and advisor in ad technology companies.
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closed 5/23/2018 via BNC Analysis

startup300 AG, acquired Pioneers.io

See 6 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: startup300, an Austrian angel investor network and business accelerator, has acquired Pioneers.io, an international relationship builder in the tech and startup scene. Pioneers' flagship event, Pioneers Festival, brings together a global community of 2,500 founders, investors, and innovation executives to build partnerships and shape the future.
buyer: startup300 AG
startup300 is an Austrian angel investor network and business accelerator that offers their services to Austrian startups. The group consists of 142 angels and investors that help startups grow their businesses. They focus on startups that have scalable, innovative or disruptive business models. "
 target: Pioneers.io
Pioneers.io is an international relationship builder in the tech and startup scene, offering events, consulting, and investment. Their Pioneers Festival event brings together a global community of 2,500 founders, investors, and innovation executives to build partnerships and shape the future.
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announced 1/31/2017 via BNC Analysis

Capiton AG, will acquire Gemaco N.V.

See 16 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Capiton has entered into an agreement on the acquisition of a majority stake in Gemaco Group with the current majority shareholder Saffelberg Investments. Gemaco Group based with its headquarters in Mechelen, Belgium is a leading provider of full-service merchandising and promotional marketing solutions for global industry.
buyer: Capiton AG
Capiton is an owner-managed financial investor that invests in large SMEs in Germany, Austria and Switzerland by means of MBOs and expansion financing. capiton's roots go back to the late 1970s. "
 target parent: Saffelberg Investments
target: Gemaco N.V.
Gemaco Group based with its headquarters in Mechelen, Belgium is a leading provider of full-service merchandising and promotional marketing solutions for global industry and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) customers. The Group has 13 locations worldwide.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
$96
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
0.0x
EV / EBITDA
closed 12/21/2016 via Company Press Release

New Hope Communications Inc., acquired Nutrition Capital Network

See 1 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: New Hope, a company that helps suppliers, manufacturers & retailers bring healthy, organic & natural products to life, has acquired the assets of Nutrition Capital Network (NCN), a company that holds four annual investor meetings which focus on investment and acquisition opportunities in branded products, ingredients and technology.
buyer parent: Informa plc
buyer: New Hope Communications Inc.
New Hope Network is at the forefront of the healthy lifestyle products industry. With solutions for the complete supply chain from manufacturers, retailers/distributors and service providers, the network offers a robust portfolio of content, events, data, research and consultative services. "
 target: Nutrition Capital Network
Nutrition Capital Network holds four annual investor meetings which focus on investment and acquisition opportunities in branded products, ingredients and technology. They facilitate financing for growing companies and introduce investors to the next generation of brands.
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announced 5/3/2018 via PR Newswire

RMRM Holdings, Sound Point Capital Management, will acquire Relativity Media, LLC

See 529 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Relativity Media has agreed to sell all of its assets to UltraV Holdings LLC, a joint venture among funds managed by Sound Point Capital Management and RMRM Holdings. Relativity Media operates a portfolio of major studio quality film assets with the capabilities and infrastructure to produce and distribute high caliber, original content.
buyer: RMRM Holdings
buyer: Sound Point Capital Management
UltraV Holdings LLC is a joint venture among funds managed by Sound Point Capital Management, a New York-based asset management firm with approximately $17 billion of assets under management, and RMRM Holdings, which is led by David Robbins, Lex Miron and Larry Robbins. "
 target: Relativity Media, LLC
Relativity Media operates a portfolio of major studio quality film assets with the capabilities and infrastructure to produce and distribute high caliber, original content. They are engaged in the production and distribution of movies, television, fashion, sports, digital and music.
price ($mm)
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announced 1/4/2018 via PR Newswire

SilverLake, will acquire Weld North Education

See 315 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Silver Lake, the global leader in technology investing, announced that it will acquire a majority stake in Weld North Education (WNE), a leading digital education technology company focused on developing digital curriculum and tools for preK-12th grade, from KKR.
buyer: SilverLake
Silver Lake is the global leader in technology investing, with about $39 billion in combined assets under management and committed capital and a team of approximately 100 investment and value creation professionals located in Silicon Valley, New York, London, Hong Kong and Tokyo. "
 target parent: Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co.
target: Weld North Education
Weld North Education operates a platform of digital and SaaS educational solution businesses and makes control investments in high potential businesses in the education industry.
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announced 3/14/2017 via BNC Analysis

Boubyan Petrochemical Company, will acquire Educational Holding Group

See 943 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Boubyan Petrochemicals, the first private-sector company in Kuwait that invested in the government-controlled petrochemical sector, is to acquire majority stake in Educational Holding Group, the first private educational investments organization in Kuwait. Boubyan Petrochemicals is looking to buy 32.8% stake and currently hold 21.12% stake.
buyer: Boubyan Petrochemical Company (KWSE:BPCC:$93.42)
Boubyan Petrochemical Company K.S.C., a Kuwaiti shareholding company listed on the Kuwait Stock Exchange, is the first private-sector company in Kuwait that invested in the government-controlled petrochemical sector. The company was established on February 12, 1995 "
 target: Educational Holding Group (KWSE:EDU:$38.04)
Founded in 1982, Educational Holding Group was the first private educational investments organization in Kuwait. The group has grown manifold with a portfolio that covers the entire educational life-cycle, ranging from K-12, tertiary education and vocational training and development.
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closed 12/8/2005 via BusinessWire

eLocalAccess, LLC merged with TradeMaven Group LLC,

See 49 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: TradeMaven LLC and eLocal today jointly announced they have merged the two firms to form TradeMaven Group LLC (TMG). The merger is one of the most significant in the online trading industry, combining TradeMaven's leading technology for online trading with eLocal's exceptional retail and institutional execution and brokerage services.
buyer: TradeMaven Group LLC
TradeMaven was founded with the mission of providing high-performance and cost-effective trading software for experienced and new traders. TM is used by Futures, Forex & Bond Traders worldwide. "
 target: eLocalAccess, LLC
eLOCAL was established and registered with the NFA and CFTC in July 2000 culminating in the merger of two large independent local clearing firms at the Chicago Board of Trade.
price ($mm)
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announced 5/15/2009 via AP - Associated Press

Nordnet Bank AB, will acquire eQ Corporation

See 54 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Nordnet Bank AB has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of the shares in the Finnish company eQ, from Straumur Burdaras Investment Bank hf. eQ, the largest online-broker in Finland, has about 57 000 customer and the group specializes in investment services through three business areas; Securities Brokerage, Asset Management and Corporate Finance.
buyer: Nordnet Bank AB
The Nordnet Group provides user-friendly and cost efficient services to private investors and companies within share trading, mutual fund investments and pension savings plans. The holding company, Nordnet AB (plc), is listed on the Stockholm Stock Exchange. "
 target parent: Straumur Burdaras Investment Bank, hf.
target: eQ Corporation
eQ, the largest online-broker in Finland, has about 57,000 customers and the group specializes in investment services through three business areas; Securities Brokerage, Asset Management and Corporate Finance.
price ($mm)
$51
rev ($mm)
$34
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
1.5x
EV / EBITDA
closed 4/21/2020 via BNC Analysis

SoFi, acquired 8 Securities Limited

See 54 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Consumer financial services platform SoFi has acquired 8 Securities, a Hong Kong-based investing app. Targeted to personal investors, 8 Securities will rebrand to SoFi Hong Kong and will begin launching services in other markets in addition to Hong Kong. 8 Securities was the first mobile-only investment service and robo-advisor to launch in Asia.
buyer: SoFi
SoFi is a values-driven company on a mission to help members get their money right. They create modern financial products and services that help people borrow, save, spend, invest, and protect their money better, so that they can achieve financial independence and realize their ambitions. "
 target: 8 Securities Limited
Hong Kong-based 8 Securities is a cloud-based brokerage platform that provides simple, transparent, and affordable mobile investing solutions. The company allows users to trade over 15,000 US and Hong Kong stocks and exchange traded funds as much as they like free of commission.
price ($mm)
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EV / rev
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announced 1/30/2020 via GlobeNewswire

Guardian Capital Group, will acquire ModernAdvisor

See 52 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Guardian Capital Group Limited, a Canadian diversified financial services company, will acquire Modern Advisor Canada Inc., a leading Canadian digital advisor platform. ModernAdvisor is a fintech start-up that helps investors to reach their investment goals through transparent, unbiased, and cost-effective investment management services.
buyer: Guardian Capital Group (TSX:GCG.A:$136.06)
Guardian Capital is a Canadian diversified financial services company operating in Asset Management and Financial Advisory. Guardian provides investment management services, financial advisory services, retail distribution of mutual funds, insurance, and general corporate services. "
 target: ModernAdvisor
Vancouver-based ModernAdvisor is a digital investment management company. ModernAdvisor uses technology to help advisors bring Canadians intelligent investing options, allowing them to reach their investment goals through transparent, unbiased, and cost-effective investment management services.
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announced 12/2/2015 via BNC Analysis

Wealthsimple, will acquire ShareOwner

See 54 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Wealthsimple Financial Inc., Canada's leading online investing service, announced it has acquired Canadian ShareOwner Investments Inc., the country's first automated investment manager.
buyer: Wealthsimple
Wealthsimple is Canada's leading online investment manager, making smart and simple investing accessible to all Canadians with low minimums and low fees. Their on-demand financial planning services and investment advice educate clients and keep their investments on track. "
 target: ShareOwner
ShareOwner (Canadian ShareOwner Investments) has been providing independent investment education and low-cost investing services to retail investors since 1987.
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closed 11/3/2014 via BusinessWire

Evercore Partners Inc., acquired ISI Group, Inc.

See 275 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Evercore announced that it has acquired the operating businesses of ISI International Strategy & Investment (“ISI”). ISI is a leading independent research-driven equity sales and agency trading firm. ISI is a full service broker-dealer offering macro and fundamental research, sales and trading.
buyer: Evercore Partners Inc. (EVR:$1,004.73)
Evercore Partners is a leading independent investment banking advisory firm. Evercore’s Investment Banking business advises its clients on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, restructurings, financings, public offerings, private placements and other strategic transactions. "
 target: ISI Group, Inc.
ISI is a leading independent research-driven equity sales and agency trading firm. ISI strives to be the Street’s best investment research resource for their clients' money management performance. ISI is a full service broker-dealer offering macro and fundamental research, sales and trading.
price ($mm)
$132
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
announced 5/21/2009 via BusinessWire

PFGBEST, will acquire Alaron Futures & Options

See 52 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: PFGBEST announced that it is purchasing the customer assets of Alaron. It will be formed into a new division called ATD, a division of PFGBEST. Both companies have been leaders in the futures industry for 20 years, through the evolution of online trading that helped level the playing field for retail futures market participants.
buyer: PFGBEST
PFGBEST is the second-largest non-clearing U.S. Futures Commission Merchant, with customers, affiliates and brokerage offices in more than 80 countries. It offers a range of trading and investor products and services for retail investors as well as for commercial and institutional clients. "
 target: Alaron Futures & Options
Alaron, founded in 1989 in Chicago, provides electronic and pit-based futures trading and asset management services to institutions and retail clients on five continents. Alaron built upon its core business by integrating global trading systems and analysis techniques used by professional traders.
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closed 1/15/2008 via PR Newswire

Lightspeed Professional Trading, LLC, acquired Integrity Trading Inc.

See 52 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Lightspeed Financial, LLC, announced that it has completed the acquisition of Integrity Trading Inc., a Direct Market Access broker/dealer that provides execution and clearing services to retail and institutional customers. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
buyer: Lightspeed Professional Trading, LLC
Lightspeed Professional Trading, LLC is a Direct Market Access trading and trading technology development business. Formerly E*TRADE Professional Trading, LLC, the firm was acquired by the current management team in a management buyout from E*TRADE Financial in 2006. "
 target: Integrity Trading Inc.
Integrity Trading International is a broker dealer registered in the United States offering clearing and execution to U.S. and foreign banks, broker dealers and individuals interested in accessing the U.S. market and reselling our services in foreign countries.
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closed 10/1/2010 via BNC Analysis

FXCM Inc., acquired ODL Securities

See 53 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: ODL Group Limited (“ODL”), a leading, independent forex, derivatives, equities and commodities broker, has been acquired by US-based FXCM Holdings LLC (“FXCM”), a leading global forex broker that caters to both retail and institutional markets.
buyer: FXCM Inc. (GLBR:$417.32)
FXCM Inc. is a global online provider of foreign exchange (forex) trading and related services to retail and institutional customers worldwide. Clients benefit from FXCM's large network of forex liquidity providers enabling FXCM to offer competitive spreads on major currency pairs. "
 target: ODL Securities
ODL Securities Limited (ODLS) commenced trading early in 1995. Initially it specialised in derivatives and equities but recently has seen significant growth in foreign exchange, equity CFDs, Corporate and Government bond trading and other over-the-counter (OTC) products.
price ($mm)
$55
rev ($mm)
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CMIC Co., Ltd.
CMIC is a leading full-service CRO in Japan offering a wide range of services in clinical trials in Asia to both multi-national and Japanese pharma companies.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$664.65
EBITDA ($mm)
$76.21
EBIT ($mm)
$43.15
Net Income ($mm)
$23.12
Employees
4962
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Ticker: PIELF
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Pierrel SpA
Pierrel SpA
Pierrel S.p.A. is a pharmaceutical company specializing in contract research, development and the manufacture of medicines. The Pierrel Group boasts over 50 years of experience in the pharmaceutical sector, and is one of the main Italian manufacturers of local anaesthetics for dental use.
year
2008
rev ($mm)
$64.38
EBITDA ($mm)
($4.23)
EBIT ($mm)
($8.92)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
504
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Ticker: ENCO
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Encorium Group Inc.
Encorium is a full-service Contract Research Organization providing comprehensive solutions for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies. At Encorium we recognize the challenges that often arise during drug development.
year
2008
rev ($mm)
$35.91
EBITDA ($mm)
($5.19)
EBIT ($mm)
($6.89)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
226
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Ticker: ENXTPA:ERF
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Eurofins Group
Eurofins Group
Based in Luxembourg, Eurofins is a leading international group of laboratories providing a unique range of analytical testing services to the pharmaceutical, food, environmental and consumer products industries and to governments.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$5,244.00
EBITDA ($mm)
$922.65
EBIT ($mm)
$524.54
Net Income ($mm)
$224.34
Employees
47427
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Ticker: CRL
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Charles River Laboratories International Inc.
Charles River Laboratories International Inc.
Charles River has been helping our global partners accelerate drug discovery and development by providing them with tailored research models and preclinical, clinical, support services.
year
2009
rev ($mm)
$1,202.55
EBITDA ($mm)
$282.48
EBIT ($mm)
$188.93
Net Income ($mm)
$114.44
Employees
8000
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Ticker: LH
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
LabCorp
LabCorp provides leading-edge medical laboratory tests and services through a national network of primary clinical laboratories and specialty testing laboratories. LabCorp processes tests on approximately 470,000 specimens each day, applying advances in medicine and science to laboratory testing.
year
2009
rev ($mm)
$4,694.70
EBITDA ($mm)
$1,142.70
EBIT ($mm)
$949.40
Net Income ($mm)
$543.30
Employees
28000
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Ticker: RTOBF
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ratos AB
Ratos AB
Ratos is a private equity company that invests in Nordic companies where their core expertise as a professional, active and responsible owner over time creates good value growth. Added value is created in connection with acquisition, development and divestment of these primarily unlisted companies.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$2,530.41
EBITDA ($mm)
$141.89
EBIT ($mm)
$80.55
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
0
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Ticker: SIVB
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Silicon Valley Bank
Silicon Valley Bank helps innovative companies and their investors move bold ideas forward, fast. They provide a full range of financial services to companies of all sizes in innovation centers around the world.
year
2018
rev ($mm)
$2,387.31
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
$824.79
Employees
2836
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Ticker: BX
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Blackstone Group LP
Blackstone Group LP
Blackstone is one of the world’s leading investment firms. They seek to create positive economic impact and long-term value for their investors, the companies they invest in, and the communities in which they work. They use extraordinary people and flexible capital to help companies solve problems.
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$1,913.85
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
$501.89
Employees
0
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Ticker: CG
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Carlyle Group
Carlyle Group
The Carlyle Group is a global alternative asset manager with $193 billion of assets under management across 128 funds and 159 fund of funds vehicles as of June 30, 2015. Carlyle’s purpose is to invest wisely and create value on behalf of its investors, many of whom are public pensions.
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$1,544.30
EBITDA ($mm)
$357.20
EBIT ($mm)
$293.80
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
0
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Ticker: NYSE:APO
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Apollo Global Management
Apollo Global Management
Apollo Global Management, LLC and its subsidiaries is a leading global alternative investment manager. They are contrarian, value-oriented investors in private equity, credit and real estate, with significant distressed expertise.
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$1,537.25
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
0
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Ticker:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oaktree Capital Management, LLC
Oaktree Capital Management, LLC
Oaktree is a leader among global investment managers specializing in alternative investments. They emphasize an opportunistic, value-oriented and risk-controlled approach to investments in distressed debt, corporate debt, control investing, convertible securities, real estate and listed equities.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$1,315.17
EBITDA ($mm)
$357.51
EBIT ($mm)
$331.49
Net Income ($mm)
$224.77
Employees
0
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Ticker: TSX:ONEX
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Onex Corporation
Onex Corporation
Founded in 1984, Onex is one of the oldest and most successful private equity firms. They acquire and build high-quality businesses in partnership with talented management teams. They also invest in non-investment grade debt through credit funds and collateralized loan obligations.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$1,081.00
EBITDA ($mm)
$857.00
EBIT ($mm)
$822.00
Net Income ($mm)
$4,277.00
Employees
0
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Ticker: COWN
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cowen Group, Inc.
Cowen Group, Inc.
Cowen Inc. is a diversified financial services firm that operates through two business segments: a broker dealer and an investment management division. Cowen Inc. focuses on delivering value-added capabilities to their clients in order to help them outperform.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$865.94
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
$36.16
Employees
0
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Ticker: KKR
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co.
Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co.
KKR is a leading global investment firm that manages investments across multiple asset classes including private equity, energy, infrastructure, real estate, capital markets, credit strategies, and hedge funds. With offices around the world, KKR manages assets through a variety of investment funds.
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$698.58
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
$15.21
Employees
0
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Ticker: EQT
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
EQT AB
EQT AB
EQT is a leading Swedish investment firm with more than EUR 61B in raised capital across 29 funds and around EUR 40B in assets under management. EQT funds have portfolio companies in Europe, Asia and the US with total sales of more than EUR 19B and approximately 110,000 employees.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$670.81
EBITDA ($mm)
$215.55
EBIT ($mm)
$199.55
Net Income ($mm)
$178.52
Employees
0
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Ticker: PSEC
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Prospect Capital Corporation
Prospect Capital Corporation is a business development company that operates as a closed-end, non-diversified investment company that lends to and invests in energy-related businesses.
year
2013
rev ($mm)
$625.80
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
$433.31
Net Income ($mm)
$292.38
Employees
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Ticker: TGOPF
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
3i Group Plc
3i Group Plc
3i Group plc is a multinational private equity and venture capital company headquartered in London, United Kingdom. It has offices in 13 countries across the Americas, Asia and Europe and had total assets under management of £10.5 billion as at 31 March 2012.
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$403.39
EBITDA ($mm)
$256.93
EBIT ($mm)
$253.21
Net Income ($mm)
$265.62
Employees
0
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Ticker: ENXTPA:FIM
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fimalac SA
Fimalac SA
Fimalac is a diversified holding company, listed on the Paris Stock Exchange, founded and managed by Marc Ladreit de Lacharrière. Fimalac Group is engaged in private equity, digital media, live shows and hotels and recreation.
year
2016
rev ($mm)
$392.72
EBITDA ($mm)
($13.56)
EBIT ($mm)
($54.12)
Net Income ($mm)
$68.47
Employees
2911
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Ticker: GIMB
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Gimv
Gimv
Gimv is a European investment company with over three decades of experience in private equity and venture capital. Gimv currently manages around EUR 1.8 billion (including co-investment partnerships) of investments in about 50 portfolio companies.
year
2018
rev ($mm)
$244.30
EBITDA ($mm)
$205.78
EBIT ($mm)
$204.62
Net Income ($mm)
$119.37
Employees
0
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Ticker: MAIN
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Main Street Capital Corporation
Main Street Capital Corporation
Main Street Capital Corporation is a principal investment firm that provides long-term debt and equity capital to lower middle market companies and debt capital to middle market companies.
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$238.16
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
$205.20
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
0
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