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closed 6/21/2012 via PR Newswire

Valassis Communications, Inc., acquired Brand.net

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synopsis: Valassis, one of the nation's leading media and marketing services companies, announced it has enhanced its digital display network -- the Valassis Audience Network -- with the acquisition of Brand.net, an online display, video and mobile advertising platform. Brand.net is the digital media brand buying solution for the largest global brands.
buyer: Valassis Communications, Inc. (VCI:$2,081.67)
Valassis is one of the nation's leading media and marketing services companies, offering unparalleled reach and scale to more than 15,000 advertisers. Its RedPlum® media portfolio delivers value on a weekly basis to over 100 million shoppers across a multi-media platform. "
 target: Brand.net
Brand.net is the digital media brand buying solution for the largest global brands. The company is the first to combine the reach and quality, high-impact media of television with digital media's precise audience, geographic, and contextual targeting.
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closed 11/29/2012 via BNC Analysis

Google Inc., acquired Incentive Targeting

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synopsis: Internet search giant Google, Inc has acquired Online coupon start-up Incentive Targeting, Inc. The company's patent-pending technology allows non-technical marketing executives to design sophisticated, relevant promotions—and helps measure return on investment in real time—directly over the Internet.
buyer: Google Inc. (GOOGL:$166,677.00)
Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people with information every day. Google is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program provides businesses with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users. "
 target: Incentive Targeting
Founded in February of 2007, Incentive Targeting partners with retail chains to provide a targeted marketing service to manufacturers of grocery and consumer products.
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closed 7/20/2013 via Company Press Release

Dropbox, Inc., acquired Endorse

See 67 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Mobile coupon startup Endorse has been acquired by Dropbox. Endorse enables consumer product companies to market at the individual shopper level and shoppers to earn rewards for staying loyal to their favorite brands. Endorse closes the online-to-offline purchase loop and ties an online brand to proven retail sales in the real world.
buyer: Dropbox, Inc. (DBX:$1,321.30)
Dropbox is a file hosting service that offers cloud storage, file synchronization, and client software. It allows users to create a special folder on each of their computers, which Dropbox then synchronizes so that it appears to be the same folder regardless of which computer is used to view it. "
 target: Endorse
Endorse enables consumer product companies to market at the individual shopper level and shoppers to earn rewards for staying loyal to their favorite brands. Endorse closes the online-to-offline purchase loop and ties an online brand to proven retail sales in the real world.
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closed 9/4/2013 via BusinessWire

Answers Corporation, acquired Easy2 Technologies, Inc.

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synopsis: Answers, the industry leader in delivering trusted answers and advice, announced that it has acquired Easy2 Technologies, Inc., the premier provider of online and mobile interactive merchandising content for brand manufacturers and retailers.
buyer parent: Summit Partners
buyer: Answers Corporation
Established in 1998, Answers Corporation is the industry’s top destination for Q&A content. The Answers platform integrates and surfaces the best content from subject matter experts, community members, social networks, and Internet databases to create the most multidimensional resource on the Web. "
 target: Easy2 Technologies, Inc.
Easy2 is a Cleveland-based technology provider with expertise in online merchandising that was founded in 2000. Easy2 offers powerful self-service SaaS products that make it easy to build a great looking demo.
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closed 6/1/2017 via BusinessWire

Quotient Technology Inc., acquired Crisp Mobile

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synopsis: Quotient Technology Inc., a leading digital promotions, media and analytics company that connects brands, retailers and shoppers, announced that it has completed its acquisition of mobile marketing and advertising company Crisp Media, Inc., which does business as Crisp Mobile.
buyer: Quotient Technology Inc. (QUOT:$424.68)
Quotient Technology is a leading digital promotion, media and analytics company that connects brands, retailers and consumers. They distribute digital coupons and media through a variety of products, including digital paperless coupons, digital printable coupons, coupon codes and card-linked offers."
 target: Crisp Mobile
Crisp has over 15 years’ experience in delivering marketer content via mobile devices. Crisp’s exclusive focus on the Retail and CPG markets means that only Crisp has both the deep vertical knowledge and the proven ability to activate shoppers on the device they use most often: their mobile phone.
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$33
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closed 6/29/2017 via BusinessWire

InfoScout, Inc. merged with Market Track,

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synopsis: Market Track, LLC, the market-leading provider of competitive business intelligence solutions, announced that it has joined forces with InfoScout, the first company to truly capture omnichannel purchase behaviors and attitudes that reflect the fluidity with which consumers shop across retail channels today.
buyer parent: Vista Equity Partners
buyer: Market Track
Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Market Track is the leading provider of advertising, promotion, and eCommerce intelligence solutions, offering the most comprehensive coverage of key media channels available. "
 target: InfoScout, Inc.
InfoScout helps brands and retailers grow via next generation consumer insights derived from America’s largest purchase panel. They are the first company to truly capture omnichannel purchase behaviors and attitudes that reflect the fluidity with which consumers shop across retail channels today.
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closed 3/14/2011 via PR Newswire

DemandTec, Inc., acquired M-Factor, Inc.

See 104 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: DemandTec, Inc., the collaborative optimization network for retailers and consumer products companies, has announced that it has completed the acquisition of M-Factor, Inc., a premier provider of predictive analytics software.
buyer: DemandTec, Inc. (DMAN:$82.42)
DemandTec is a collaborative optimization network for retailers and consumer products companies that enables them to optimize merchandising and marketing decisions, individually or collaboratively, to achieve their sales volume, revenue, and profitability objectives. "
 target parent: Norwest Venture Partners
target: M-Factor, Inc.
M-Factor provides analytics software for marketing and trade investment management. Its Marketing Investment Management, Trade Spending Effectiveness, and Portfolio Pricing Optimization solutions empower users to analyze, forecast, and optimize marketing investments.
price ($mm)[EV]
$9.50 [$12.99]
rev ($mm)
$4
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2.9x
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closed 3/12/2013 via Yahoo, Inc.

IMS Health Incorporated, acquired Appature

See 67 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: IMS Health has acquired Appature, a leading Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) company based in Seattle. Appature offers clients a cloud-based relationship marketing platform to address the complexities of today’s multi-stakeholder healthcare environment, and to enable the measurement and optimization of relationship marketing programs across channels.
buyer parent: TPG Capital
buyer: IMS Health Incorporated (NYSE:IQV:$10,412.00)
IMS Health is the leading provider of information services for the healthcare industry around the world. The company draws on its global technology infrastructure and unique combination of in-depth, analytics, and consulting platforms to help clients better understand the value of medicines. "
 target parent: Ignition Partners
target: Appature
Appature is a Seattle-based technology company that provides cloud-based marketing solutions designed exclusively for healthcare companies. Leaders in the pharmaceutical, medical device, and health and wellness industries rely on Appature to realize the true potential of their marketing efforts
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announced 6/1/2018 via BNC Analysis

Quotient Technology Inc., will acquire Ahalogy

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synopsis: Quotient Technology Inc.  announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Ahalogy, a leading influencer marketing firm that delivers premium content across social media channels for consumer packaged goods brands.
buyer: Quotient Technology Inc. (QUOT:$424.68)
Quotient Technology is a leading digital promotion, media and analytics company that connects brands, retailers and consumers. They distribute digital coupons and media through a variety of products, including digital paperless coupons, digital printable coupons, coupon codes and card-linked offers."
 target: Ahalogy
Ahalogy is a leading influencer marketing firm that delivers premium content across social media channels for consumer packaged goods brands. Brands and agencies tap into Ahalogy to grow users and use occasions by connecting with their consumers’ interests.
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$20
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closed 12/24/2014 via Company Press Release

Diversis Capital, acquired Blue Software, LLC

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synopsis: Diversis Capital LLC, a Los Angeles-based private equity firm that acquires controlling interests in small to middle market companies, has completed a majority acquisition of the assets of BLUE! Software, the industry leader in artwork and label management software for enterprise-class customers.
buyer: Diversis Capital
Diversis Capital is a private equity firm that focuses on small to middle-market investments of up to $20m in equity, primarily in North American companies. "
 target parent: Matthews International
target: Blue Software, LLC
BLUE is a cloud-based software platform that delivers a set of global capabilities to help brand-driven organizations control and manage brand development and brand deployment assets and activities to drive brand performance.
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closed 10/23/2012 via BusinessWire

AFS Technologies Inc., acquired Trade Insight

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synopsis: AFS Technologies Inc., the leading provider of integrated software solutions to the consumer packaged goods industry, has acquired MEI Computer Technology Group, Inc., creators of TradeInsight, a web-based solution for managing trade promotion spending.
buyer: AFS Technologies Inc.
AFS Technologies Inc. is the leading provider of business enterprise and on-demand software solutions. The company serves over 1,500 customers across the Americas with a portfolio of solutions for the food, beverage, logistics and financial segments. "
 target: Trade Insight
MEI Computer Technology Group, Inc. offers TradeInsight, a web-based solution for managing trade promotion spending that includes promotion and distribution channel planning; trade, sales, and spending analysis; sales forecasting; and deduction and retailer performance management tools.
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closed 9/1/2011 via BusinessWire

AFS Technologies Inc., acquired Synectics Group, Inc.

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synopsis: AFS Technologies, the leading provider of solutions to the Consumer Product Industry, announced the acquisition of Synectics Group Inc. Synectics' Account Review is true closed-loop trade promotion management software that manages events through the entire promotional life-cycle.
buyer: AFS Technologies Inc.
AFS Technologies Inc. is the leading provider of business enterprise and Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions. The company serves over 1,200 customers across the Americas with a portfolio of solutions for the food and beverage, supply chain, and financial segments. "
 target: Synectics Group, Inc.
Synectics Group is focused on helping Consumer Packaged Goods manufacturers manage trade promotion spending. With a focus on the retail channel, Account Review is true closed-loop trade promotion management software, managing events through the entire promotional life-cycle.
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closed 6/19/2019 via Yahoo, Inc.

AlphaGraphics, acquired Print Speak

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synopsis: AlphaGraphics, Inc., an MBE Worldwide company, announced the acquisition of Print Speak by its parent company, U.S. Business Holdings, Inc.  Based in Australia, Print Speak is an integrated sales, marketing and business management platform for independent printers, print franchise groups and their franchisees.
buyer parent: Mail Boxes Etc. Worldwide (MBE)
buyer: AlphaGraphics
AlphaGraphics, Inc., with more than 250 locations in 5 countries, is one of the largest U.S.-based networks of locally-owned and operated Business Centers offering a complete range of print, visual communications, and marketing products and solutions. "
 target: Print Speak
Print Speak is an integrated sales, marketing and business management platform for independent printers, print franchise groups and their franchisees. Print Speak talks live to their existing systems, locations, team, prospects and customers to add value through insight, efficiency and automation.
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closed 5/18/2016 via BNC Analysis

GAME Digital plc, acquired Ads Reality

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synopsis: Game Digital has acquired augmented reality software company Ads Reality. Ads Reality provides technology services which include a product and magazine scanner, applications, tools, 3D products recognization, gaming application, and commercial scale solutions.
buyer: GAME Digital plc (LSE:GMD:$1,036.03)
GAME Digital plc is dedicated to delivering for the gaming communities of the UK, Spain and beyond. GAME's UK and Spanish retail businesses are the market leaders in each country, operating a total of approximately 600 stores across the two countries and a fully integrated omni-channel offer. "
 target: Ads Reality
Ads Reality Limited provides software solutions to recognize 3D products and 2D images. Its technology allows to recognize 3D products by mobile phones and overlays digital information, videos, or animation using augmented reality.
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$2.87
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closed 8/1/2013 via GlobeNewswire

Bridgeline Digital, Inc., acquired Elements Local

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synopsis: Bridgeline Digital, Inc. announced that it has acquired Elements Local. Located in Central coast California, Elements Local has developed an online marketing SaaS platform for the Franchise marketplace that incorporates brand reputation management tools, web content management, social media, eMarketing, and web analytics.
buyer: Bridgeline Digital, Inc. (BLIN:$11.97)
Bridgeline Digital is developer of the award-winning iAPPS® Web Engagement Platform and related interactive solutions. The iAPPS platform integrates Web Content Management, eCommerce, eMarketing, and web Analytics capabilities within the heart of mission critical websites or eCommerce web stores. "
 target: Elements Local
Elements Local is a developer of an online marketing SaaS platform for the Franchise marketplace that incorporates brand reputation management tools, web content management, social media, eMarketing, and web analytics.
price ($mm)
$1.31
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closed 1/25/2018 via BusinessWire

E2Open, Inc., acquired Birch Worldwide

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synopsis: E2open, the one place, in the cloud, to run a supply chain, announced that it has acquired Channel Data Management (CDM) provider, Birch Worldwide. The Birch Group was founded in the United Kingdom in 1992, fulfilling a need in the technology market for specialized channel marketing services and operations.
buyer parent: Insight Venture Partners
buyer: E2Open, Inc. (EOPN:$78.53)
E2open is the one place, in the cloud, to run a supply chain, powered by the world’s largest direct business network and a broad portfolio of next generation solutions including Sourcing & Procurement, Quality & Traceability, Inventory Visibility & Optimization and Channel Data Management. "
 target: Birch Worldwide
The Birch Group was founded in the United Kingdom in 1992, fulfilling a need in the technology market for specialised channel marketing services and operations. With the establishment of its regional offices in North America and Asia in 2007, Birch Worldwide was launched.
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closed 1/25/2018 via BusinessWire

E2Open, Inc., acquired Entomo, Inc.

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synopsis: E2open, the one place, in the cloud, to run a supply chain, announced that it has acquired Channel Data Management (CDM) provider, Entomo. Entomo adds more CDM capabilities to ingest CRM data, manage pricing, incentives, rebates, and commission splits.
buyer parent: Insight Venture Partners
buyer: E2Open, Inc. (EOPN:$78.53)
E2open is the one place, in the cloud, to run a supply chain, powered by the world’s largest direct business network and a broad portfolio of next generation solutions including Sourcing & Procurement, Quality & Traceability, Inventory Visibility & Optimization and Channel Data Management. "
 target: Entomo, Inc.
Entomo is a leader in channel revenue management. Entomo adds more CDM capabilities to ingest CRM data, manage pricing, incentives, rebates, and commission splits. This enables companies to reduce channel conflict and easily manage sales performance plans.
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closed 8/29/2017 via PR Newswire

True Wind Capital, acquired ARI Network Services, Inc.

See 263 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: ARI Network Services, Inc., a provider of SaaS, software tools and marketing services that help dealers, distributors and manufacturers Sell More Stuff, announced that it has been acquired by an affiliate of True Wind Capital, a San Francisco-based private equity firm focused on investing in leading technology companies.
buyer: True Wind Capital
True Wind Capital is a San Francisco-based private equity firm managing $560 million. True Wind is focused on investing in leading technology companies. True Wind is a value-added partner, providing support and expertise that is rooted in 50+ years of collective investing experience. "
 target: ARI Network Services, Inc. (ARIS:$51.16)
ARI Network Services, Inc., offers an award-winning suite of SaaS, software tools, and marketing services to help dealers, equipment manufacturers and distributors in selected vertical markets Sell More Stuff – online and in-store.
price ($mm)[EV]
$123 [$133]
rev ($mm)
$51
EBITDA ($mm)
$7
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2.7x
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21.1x
closed 7/12/2005 via PR Newswire

ChannelAdvisor, acquired SearchMarketing.Com

See 24 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: ChannelAdvisor, the leading provider of channel management solutions (CMS), today announced that it has acquired SearchMarketing, the leader in natural and paid search optimization for online merchants. The acquisition will allow ChannelAdvisor to enhance its channel management solutions by adding a comprehensive natural and paid search suite.
buyer: ChannelAdvisor (ECOM:$115.18)
ChannelAdvisor Corporation provides technology and services that enable leading online retailers to maximize their products across multiple e-commerce marketplaces, comparison shopping engines and search engines such as Google, Yahoo! and MSN. "
 target: SearchMarketing.Com
SearchMarketing manages over 1.5 million keywords for over thirty retail clients. SearchMarketing's technology is directly integrated with the Google and Yahoo! (NASDAQ:YHOO) Search Marketing web service APIs. SearchMarketing works with 24 of the top 400 Internet retailers.
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closed 6/21/2012 via PR Newswire

Valassis Communications, Inc., acquired Brand.net

See 19 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Valassis, one of the nation's leading media and marketing services companies, announced it has enhanced its digital display network -- the Valassis Audience Network -- with the acquisition of Brand.net, an online display, video and mobile advertising platform. Brand.net is the digital media brand buying solution for the largest global brands.
buyer: Valassis Communications, Inc. (VCI:$2,081.67)
Valassis is one of the nation's leading media and marketing services companies, offering unparalleled reach and scale to more than 15,000 advertisers. Its RedPlum® media portfolio delivers value on a weekly basis to over 100 million shoppers across a multi-media platform. "
 target: Brand.net
Brand.net is the digital media brand buying solution for the largest global brands. The company is the first to combine the reach and quality, high-impact media of television with digital media's precise audience, geographic, and contextual targeting.
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$18
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closed 10/9/2019 via PR Newswire

Direct Response Media Group Inc., acquired Valassis Canada

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synopsis: Direct Response Media Group (DRMG), Canada's leading direct mail company focused on digitally-integrated, data-driven results, announced the acquisition of the Canadian subsidiary of Valassis, the leader in marketing technology and consumer engagement.
buyer: Direct Response Media Group Inc.
Direct Response Media Group (DRMG) is Canada's leading direct mail company focused on digitally-integrated, data-driven results. DRMG distributes to over 175 million homes annually through Solo and Shared Media products including the flagship brand, Money Saver. "
 target parent: MacAndrews & Forbes Holdings Inc.
target: Valassis Canada
Valassis is the leader in marketing technology and consumer engagement. They work with over 60,000 companies and brands in a wide array of industries, partnering to anticipate consumer intent, inspire action, and create demand.
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closed 10/3/2018 via BusinessWire

Valassis, acquired One Brand Marketing

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synopsis: Valassis, a leader in activating consumers through intelligent media delivery, announced that it has acquired One Brand Marketing. One Brand Marketing offers efficient postcard marketing solutions that enable merchants to target neighborhoods, create designs, print and mail a postcard campaign in real time.
buyer parent: MacAndrews & Forbes Holdings Inc.
buyer: Valassis (VCI:$2,081.67)
Valassis helps thousands of local and national brands tap the potential of industry-leading data through intelligent media delivery – understanding, engaging and inspiring millions of consumers to action with smarter cross-channel campaigns. "
 target: One Brand Marketing
One Brand Marketing offers efficient postcard marketing solutions that enable merchants to target neighborhoods, create designs, print and mail a postcard campaign in real time. In addition, their Advanced Marketing Platform helps franchise organizations optimize local marketing programs.
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closed 1/24/2018 via Company Press Release

Valassis Communications, Inc., acquired Maryland Pennysaver

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synopsis: Valassis, a leader in activating consumers through intelligent media delivery, announced that it has acquired Maryland Pennysaver, a weekly regional shopping guide distributed via direct mail throughout Maryland, including the counties of Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Howard, Prince George’s, Charles, Calvert and St. Mary’s.
buyer parent: MacAndrews & Forbes Holdings Inc.
buyer: Valassis Communications, Inc. (VCI:$2,081.67)
As a leader in intelligent media delivery, Valassis integratse and optimizes campaigns including direct mail, newspaper inserts and digital advertising to enhance their 58,000 local, regional and national clients’ return on investment. "
 target parent: Wafra Partners
target: Maryland Pennysaver
The Maryland Pennysaver is one of the largest independent shopping and direct mail publications, with 49 area specific, targeted editions delivered weekly to more than 543,000 homes and businesses equating to over a million readers throughout many counties in Maryland.
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closed 9/6/2017 via BusinessWire

Clipper Magazine, acquired SI View

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synopsis: Valassis, a leader in intelligent media delivery, announced that SI View will join Clipper, the Valassis-owned magazine focused on local businesses. SI View offers a variety of specialty magazines where every business can find a niche. SI View is an effective marketing tool for generating response and building long-lasting brand recognition.
buyer parent: Valassis Communications, Inc.
buyer: Clipper Magazine
Clipper Magazine is one of the largest direct-mail publishers in the country. The magazine focuses on local businesses, providing a full range of results-driven marketing solutions that engage consumers every day as well as major regional and national advertisers. "
 target: SI View
SI View is focused on their customers and the sustained growth of their business. They offer a variety of specialty magazines where every business can find a niche. SI View is an effective marketing tool for generating immediate response and building long-lasting brand recognition.
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closed 10/10/2017 via BusinessWire

Valassis Communications, Inc., acquired MaxPoint Interactive

See 177 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Valassis, a leader in intelligent media delivery, announced that it has completed the acquisition of MaxPoint Interactive, a leading digital marketing technology company. MaxPoint provides an industry-leading data management platform that fuels superior display advertising and in-store campaign solutions for advertising clients.
buyer parent: MacAndrews & Forbes Holdings Inc.
buyer: Valassis Communications, Inc. (VCI:$2,081.67)
Valassis is a leader in intelligent media delivery, providing media solutions to influence consumers wherever they plan, shop, buy and share. By integrating online and offline data combined with powerful insights, Valassis targets its clients’ shoppers, offering unparalleled reach and scale. "
 target: MaxPoint Interactive (MXPT:$144.42)
MaxPoint is a marketing technology company that generates hyperlocal intelligence to optimize brand and retail performance. They provide a platform for brands to connect the digital world with the physical world through hyperlocal execution, measurement, and consumer insights.
price ($mm)[EV]
$95 [$103]
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$144
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closed 11/5/2015 via BusinessWire

Valassis Communications, Inc., acquired Clipper Magazine

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synopsis: Valassis, a leader in intelligent media delivery, announced the acquisition of Clipper Magazine, the leading provider of multi-channel marketing and promotional solutions to local businesses. Clipper Magazine is widely recognized by small business owners and consumers for its ability to create awareness and deliver results.
buyer parent: MacAndrews & Forbes Holdings Inc.
buyer: Valassis Communications, Inc. (VCI:$2,081.67)
Valassis, a leader in intelligent media delivery, provides over 15,000 clients with innovative media solutions to influence consumers wherever they plan, shop, buy and share. Integrating online and offline data with powerful insights, Valassis precisely targets its clients’ most valuable shoppers. "
 target parent: TEGNA Inc.
target: Clipper Magazine
Clipper Magazine, one of the largest direct-mail publishers in the country, publishes 332 local editions in 27 states, delivering response-driven, full-color glossy ads and money-saving offers. The magazine comprises local merchants and services as well as major regional and national advertisers.
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closed 11/5/2015 via BusinessWire

Valassis Communications, Inc., acquired Printed Deals

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synopsis: Valassis, a leader in intelligent media delivery, announced the acquisition of Printed Deals, a Rochester, N.Y.-based value magazine serving hundreds of local businesses. Printed Deals works with more than 350 local businesses, offering coupon books, direct mail advertising in four-color and glossy magazines.
buyer parent: MacAndrews & Forbes Holdings Inc.
buyer: Valassis Communications, Inc. (VCI:$2,081.67)
Valassis, a leader in intelligent media delivery, provides over 15,000 clients with innovative media solutions to influence consumers wherever they plan, shop, buy and share. Integrating online and offline data with powerful insights, Valassis precisely targets its clients’ most valuable shoppers. "
 target: Printed Deals
Printed Deals is a locally owned and operated publication service based in Rochester, New York. They work with more than 350 local businesses, offering coupon books, direct mail advertising in four-color, glossy magazines.
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closed 2/4/2014 via BusinessWire

Harland Clarke Corp., acquired Valassis Communications, Inc.

See 5440 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Harland Clarke Holdings Corp. announced the completion of its acquisition of Valassis Communications, Inc. Valassis is a leader in intelligent media delivery, providing over 15,000 advertisers proven and innovative media solutions to influence consumers wherever they plan, shop, buy and share.
buyer parent: MacAndrews & Forbes Holdings Inc.
buyer: Harland Clarke Corp.
Harland Clarke Corp. is a leading provider of integrated payment solutions, marketing services, security solutions, and retail products. It serves clients of all sizes in industries such as financial services, retail, healthcare, insurance, and telecommunications. "
 target: Valassis Communications, Inc. (VCI:$2,081.67)
Valassis is one of the nation's leading media and marketing services companies, offering unparalleled reach and scale to more than 15,000 advertisers. Its RedPlum® media portfolio delivers value on a weekly basis to over 100 million shoppers across a multi-media platform.
price ($mm)[EV]
$1,312 [$1,774]
rev ($mm)
$2,047
EBITDA ($mm)
$258
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0.9x
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7.3x
closed 6/21/2012 via PR Newswire

Valassis Communications, Inc., acquired Brand.net

See 19 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Valassis, one of the nation's leading media and marketing services companies, announced it has enhanced its digital display network -- the Valassis Audience Network -- with the acquisition of Brand.net, an online display, video and mobile advertising platform. Brand.net is the digital media brand buying solution for the largest global brands.
buyer: Valassis Communications, Inc. (VCI:$2,081.67)
Valassis is one of the nation's leading media and marketing services companies, offering unparalleled reach and scale to more than 15,000 advertisers. Its RedPlum® media portfolio delivers value on a weekly basis to over 100 million shoppers across a multi-media platform. "
 target: Brand.net
Brand.net is the digital media brand buying solution for the largest global brands. The company is the first to combine the reach and quality, high-impact media of television with digital media's precise audience, geographic, and contextual targeting.
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closed 3/2/2007 via PR Newswire

Valassis Communications, Inc., acquired ADVO, Inc.

See 68 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Valassis completed its acquisition of ADVO, Inc., the nation's leading direct mail media company, for an acquisition price of approximately $1.2 billion (on a fully diluted basis), including the refinancing of approximately $125 million in existing ADVO debt.
buyer: Valassis Communications, Inc. (VCI:$2,081.67)
Valassis offers a wide range of marketing services to consumer packaged goods manufacturers, retailers, technology companies and other customers with operations in the United States, Europe, Mexico and Canada. "
 target: ADVO, Inc.
ADVO is the nation’s leading direct mail media company, with annual revenues of nearly $1.4 billion. The company’s industry-leading targeting technology, coupled with its unparalleled logistics capabilities, enable retailers seeking superior return on investment to target.
price ($mm)
$1,200
rev ($mm)
$1,443
EBITDA ($mm)
$100
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0.8x
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12.0x
closed 9/20/2004 via BNC Analysis

Valassis Communications, Inc., purchased direct-mail division from Catalina Marketing Corporation

See 291 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Catalina Marketing Corp., which compiles consumer-preference lists from supermarket checkout information, said Monday that it sold its direct-mail division to Valassis Communications Inc. for cash.
buyer: Valassis Communications, Inc. (VCI:$2,081.67)
Valassis offers a wide range of marketing services to consumer packaged goods manufacturers, retailers, technology companies and other customers with operations in the United States, Europe, Mexico and Canada. "
 seller: Catalina Marketing Corporation
Catalina Marketing was founded on the premise that the combination of access to consumers and insight into their actual purchase behavior would enable more effective, cost-efficient promotions than traditional marketing approaches.
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closed 6/24/2020 via Company Press Release

Hajime Suzuki, purchased Travelzoo Japan K.K. from Travelzoo Inc

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synopsis: Travelzoo, Inc., an Internet media company that provides its members with insider deals and one-of-a-kind experiences, has sold its Japanese branch, Travelzoo Japan K.K., to Mr. Hajime Suzuki. The parties entered into a License Agreement, whereby Travelzoo Japan obtained a license to use intellectual property from Travelzoo exclusively in Japan.
buyer: Hajime Suzuki
Hajime Suzuki is the general manager of Travelzoo Japan K.K. "
 seller: Travelzoo Inc (:$102.58)
Travelzoo Japan K.K. is the Japanese branch of Travelzoo, Inc. Heaquartered in New York, Travelzoo is an Internet media company that provides its 30 million members insider deals and one-of-a-kind experiences personally reviewed by deal experts around the globe.
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closed 6/1/2020 via PR Web

Excel Impact, LLC, acquired AgileRates

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synopsis: Excel Impact, an online advertising and customer acquisition firm with a focus on the insurance industry, has acquired AgileRates, a performance marketing company that connects insurance companies with home and auto insurance seekers in real-time. AgileRates operates an insurance comparison website that provides users with custom, accurate quotes.
buyer: Excel Impact, LLC
Excel Impact is an online advertising and customer acquisition firm with a focus on the insurance industry. Excel Impact specializes in lead generation, inbound calls, and internet advertising for its core products, which include Medicare, health, and final expense life insurance. "
 target: AgileRates
AgileRates is a performance marketing company that connects insurance companies with home and auto insurance seekers in real-time. AgileRates operates an insurance comparison website that provides users with custom, accurate quotes to help them find quality, low cost insurance coverage.
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closed 5/22/2020 via BNC Analysis

Kelly Haug, acquired The Essential Guide

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synopsis: The Essential Guide, an annual publication that highlights the arts, architecture, culture, fashion, history and lifestyle of Santa Fe and Taos, has changed hands. New owner Kelly Haug said she will not only continue publishing the guide, but also plans to revive the currently defunct Santa Fean magazine.
buyer: Kelly Haug
Kelly Haug is a “rising star” in Santa Fe’s business community. Haug and husband Martin, who have daughters ages 3 and 7, settled in Santa Fe in 2018. She formed two publishing companies – SF Publishing LLC and City Different LLC in early 2020. "
 target: The Essential Guide
The Essential Guide is an annual publication that highlights the arts, architecture, culture, fashion, history and lifestyle of Santa Fe and Taos. The Essential Guide brand also publishes local versions in the Pacific northwest, Napa Valley and the Charleston, SC/Savannah, GA market.
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closed 5/19/2020 via BNC Analysis

ShopFully International Group, acquired PromoQui

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synopsis: ShopFully, the Italian tech company leader of the Drive To Store, known in Italy for the DoveConveni marketplace, has finalized the acquisition of 100% of PromoQui SpA, one of the reference players in the info-commerce market. PromoQui, based in Italy, is the national reference for geo-localized savings
buyer: ShopFully International Group
ShopFully, well known in Italy through the brand DoveConviene, is the leading digital platform for smart shopping used by 30 million users worldwide when getting ready to go shopping in their neighborhood to save time, save money and find their favourite brands and products. "
 target: PromoQui
PromoQui, based in Italy, is the national reference for geo-localized savings, the point of contact between the Retailer and its potential customers. With their web platform and App users will find flyers and the best offers in the shops closest to them.
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closed 5/13/2020 via BNC Analysis

Socialwire Co., Ltd., acquired YUYU BEAUTY

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synopsis: Social Wire, a company in Japan that is engaged in the news wire and incubation businesses, has acquired YUYU BEAUTY, a company that provides online beauty and makeup tutorial videos. It also provides influencer and digital public relations services. The company is based in Yangon, Myanmar.
buyer: Socialwire Co., Ltd. (TSE:3929:$34.31)
Socialwire is a company in Japan that is engaged in the news wire and incubation businesses. The company provides press release delivery services to companies, government agencies, and organizations. Their incubation business provides consulting services to companies in the start-up stages. "
 target: YUYU BEAUTY
YUYU BEAUTY Company Limited provides online beauty and makeup tutorial videos. It also provides influencer and digital public relations services. The company is based in Yangon, Myanmar.
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closed 5/6/2020 via PR Web

QL Gaming Group, acquired Accuscore

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synopsis: The QL Gaming Group (QLGG), a direct to consumer sports data and iGaming affiliate platform, has acquired Accuscore, a sports simulation company. Accuscore covers all major US sports and 13 global soccer leagues. Their predictions are used for sports betting and fantasy sports to help their subscribers choose the right team.
buyer: QL Gaming Group
The QL Gaming Group (QLGG) is a direct to consumer sports data and iGaming affiliate platform. QLGG’s mission is to educate sports fans through data-driven products. They offer products for sports betting, daily fantasy sports, and season long fantasy sports. "
 target: Accuscore
Accuscore is a sports simulation company that accurately simulates sporting events prior to their scheduled time. Accuscore covers all major US sports and 13 global soccer leagues. Their predictions are used for sports betting and fantasy sports to help their subscribers choose the right team.
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closed 4/29/2020 via BNC Analysis

Maple Media, acquired Player FM

See 204 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Maple Media, a Los Angeles, CA-based mobile media and technology company, acquired Player FM, a podcast app on iOS, Android and Web. Originally started in 2012 by Michael Mahemoff, Player FM provides apps and website that allow users to browse millions of podcast episodes and listen on any device with playback features.
buyer parent: Shamrock Capital Advisors, Inc.
buyer: Maple Media
Maple Media is a mobile media, advertising and technology company that acquires and operates mobile applications and mobile games. Maple Media currently operates over 100 top apps on the App Store and Google Play, reaching more than 35 million users every month. "
 target: Player FM
Originally started in 2012 by Michael Mahemoff, Player FM provides apps and website that allow users to browse millions of podcast episodes and listen on any device with playback features. To date, it has been used by over 90 million users.
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closed 4/29/2020 via BNC Analysis

ShopBack SG, purchased Ebates Korea from Rakuten Rewards

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synopsis: ShopBack, the Singapore-based startup that offers cashback rewards, has acquired Ebates Korea, the South Korean branch of Rakuten Rewards. Ebates Korea is an e-commerce discovery platform and loyalty website that allows users to earn cash back for purchases made when shopping at popular overseas and domestic shopping malls.
buyer: ShopBack SG
Singapore-based ShopBack is a digital loyalty and discovery platform with an online presence in seven Asia-Pacific countries. With over 2,500 eCommerce merchants onboard, ShopBack powers Taobao, Amazon, Expedia, Shopee, Zalora, and other well-known local and international brands. "
 seller parent: Rakuten Inc.
seller: Rakuten Rewards
Ebates Korea is an e-commerce discovery platform and loyalty website where users can earn cash back for purchases made when shopping at popular overseas and domestic shopping malls. Ebates Korea is the South Korean branch of Rakuten Rewards.
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closed 4/22/2020 via BNC Analysis

One1 Software Technologies Ltd., acquired mySupermarket

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synopsis: ONE Technologies, one of Israel's top IT companies that specializes in software and systems integration, is acquiring mySupermarket, a supermarket shopping and comparison website that helps users to compare prices across different stores. mySupermarket operates in Israel and in the United Kingdom.
buyer: One1 Software Technologies Ltd. (TASE:ONE:$459.06)
One1 is one of Israel's top IT companies. The company specializes in software and systems integration. One1 provides a complete array of IT solutions to thousands of customers in various industries. They offer services for IT consulting, ERP, CRM, hardware, cloud, BI, POS, cyber security, and more. "
 target: mySupermarket
mySupermarket designs a supermarket shopping and comparison website that helps users to compare prices across different stores. mySupermarket operates in Israel and in the United Kingdom.
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announced 4/20/2020 via Company Press Release

Incisive Media Ltd, will acquire TrustedReviews.com Ltd.

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synopsis: Incisive Media has agreed to acquire the highly-regarded reviews platform Trusted Reviews, www.trustedreviews.com, from TI Media. Based in the UK, Trusted Reviews exists to give their readers thorough, unbiased and independent advice on what to buy. Trusted Reviews employs experienced expert reviewers, who thoroughly test everything they recommend.
buyer: Incisive Media Ltd
Incisive Media is an award-winning B2B information and events business. Customers rely on them to deliver news, opinion and insight to inform critical business decisions; networking to engage them with industry peers and partners; and create marketing solutions to enable their business to perform. "
 target parent: Epiris LLP
target: TrustedReviews.com Ltd.
Founded in 2004, Trusted Reviews exists to give their readers thorough, unbiased and independent advice on what to buy. Trusted Reviews employs experienced expert reviewers, who thoroughly test everything they recommend. They are one of the most influential reviews websites in the UK.
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closed 4/13/2020 via GlobeNewswire

Security.org, acquired SecurityBaron

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synopsis: Security.org, which helps Americans find and compare the best home security, digital privacy and identity theft products, has acquired SecurityBaron, including its popular YouTube video channel. Founded in New York City’s Brooklyn borough, SecurityBaron grew quickly into a trusted source for home security equipment through hands-on video reviews.
buyer parent: Platinum Equity, LLC
buyer: Security.org
Security.org reviews the newest technologies, products and services available to secure our digital and physical lives. Security.org's research team focuses on home safety, digital safety and identity theft. "
 target: SecurityBaron
Security Baron is a consumer-focused website dealing in matters of security — home security, property security, cybersecurity, and more. Founded in New York City’s Brooklyn borough in 2018, SecurityBaron grew quickly into a trusted source for home security equipment through hands-on video reviews.
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announced 3/31/2020 via BusinessWire

Charlesbank Capital Partners LLC, will acquire News America Marketing

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synopsis: Charlesbank Capital Partners, a middle-market private equity investment firm, will be acquiring News America Marketing, the premier marketing partner of some of the world’s most well-known brands. News America Marketing influences the purchasing decisions of online and offline shoppers across the U.S. and Canada.
buyer: Charlesbank Capital Partners LLC
Charlesbank Capital Partners is a middle-market private equity investment firm managing more than $7 billion of capital. Charlesbank focuses on management led buyouts and growth capital financings and also engages in opportunistic credit and technology investments. "
 target parent: News Corporation
target: News America Marketing
News America Marketing is the premier marketing partner of some of the world’s most well-known brands. Its broad network of shopper media, incentive platforms and custom merchandising services influences the purchasing decisions of online and offline shoppers across the U.S. and Canada.
price ($mm)
$235
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
announced 3/27/2020 via BNC Analysis

Aqualine Ltd., will acquire EPARK Rescue Co., Ltd.

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synopsis: Aqualine, a Japanese provider of emergency plumbing services, will acquire EPARK Rescue from EPARK, an online reservation service in Japan. EPARK Rescue is a comparison site for home services in Japan. EPARK Rescue allows people to search and compare home renovation, glass repair, pest control, appliance repair, and locksmith services.
buyer: Aqualine Ltd. (TSE:6173:$55.38)
Aqualine is a Japanese provider of emergency plumbing services. Aqualine provides emergency repair services for kitchens, bathrooms, toilets, and other water supply products. The company also produces and sells high quality mineral water under their aqua-aqua brand. "
 target parent: eBase Solutions, Inc.
target: EPARK Rescue Co., Ltd.
EPARK Rescue is a comparison site for home services in Japan. EPARK Rescue allows people to search and compare various services providers. The site provides detailed descriptions, prices, and phone numbers for home renovation, glass repair, pest control, appliance repair, and locksmith services.
price ($mm)
$5.64*
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
announced 3/18/2020 via BNC Analysis

AMTD Group, will acquire PolicyPal

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synopsis: AMTD Group, the leading comprehensive financial institution and the number one independent investment banking firm in Asia, will be acquiring PolicyPal, a mobile app that helps customers with financial planning.
buyer: AMTD Group
Based in Hong Kong, AMTD Group is the leading comprehensive financial institution and the number one independent investment banking firm in Asia measured by both the number and the aggregate offering size of Hong Kong and US. "
 target: PolicyPal
Based in Singapore, PolicyPal is a mobile app that helps customers with financial planning. Their mission is to help people make the right choice when purchasing insurance and they provide free tailored financial reviews and action plans to help people reach financial freedom.
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closed 3/13/2020 via BNC Analysis

Outdooractive, acquired mountNpass

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synopsis: Outdooractive, Europe’s largest outdoor portal for hiking, cycling, mountain biking and skiing, has acquired mountNpass, a digital cycling network in France. mountNpass enables cyclists to discover the best cycling and mountain biking routes in France and Europe. The platform provides guides for destinations, amenities, and cycling clubs.
buyer: Outdooractive
Outdooractive is Europe’s largest outdoor portal for hiking, cycling, mountain biking and skiing. Outdooractive provides countless trails, tracks and route suggestions with detailed descriptions and photos. Their travel guides and app allow people to easily plan their routes and discover the world. "
 target: mountNpass
mountNpass is a digital cycling network in France. mountNpass enables cyclists of all experience levels to discover the best cycling and mountain biking routes in France and Europe. The platform provides guides for destinations, amenities, and cycling clubs.
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announced 2/25/2020 via BusinessWire

Intuit, Inc., will acquire Credit Karma

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synopsis: Intuit, proud maker of TurboTax, QuickBooks and Mint, announced that it has agreed to acquire Credit Karma, a personal finance company that's focused on helping everyone make financial progress.
buyer: Intuit, Inc. (INTU:$7,127.00)
Intuit Inc. creates business and financial management solutions that simplify the business of life for small businesses, consumers and accounting professionals. Its flagship products and services include QuickBooks®, which make it easier to manage small businesses and tax preparation and filing. "
 target: Credit Karma
Credit Karma is a personal finance company that's focused on helping everyone make financial progress. Whether they're interested in getting a better deal on a loan, looking for ways to save, or simply monitoring their credit, they offer a range of tools and personalized recommendations.
price ($mm)
$7,100
rev ($mm)
$1,000
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
7.1x
EV / EBITDA
closed 2/19/2020 via BNC Analysis

Heycar, acquired HonestJohn.co.uk Ltd

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synopsis: Heycar, an online used car marketplace in the UK, has acquired HonestJohn.co.uk, a consumer motoring site in the UK. HonestJohn.co.uk aims to provide consumers with in-depth motoring advice and informed opinions based on honest and transparent information. The site features more than 3,600 car reviews, up-to-date news, motoring advice, and more.
buyer: Heycar
Heycar is an online used car marketplace in the UK. Heycar lets users search for and buy a used car, as well as arrange financing, on its portal. They only feature the best used cars from selected dealers. Heycar offers all kinds of cars from leading brands such as Audi, Ford, Volkswagen and more. "
 target: HonestJohn.co.uk Ltd
HonestJohn.co.uk is a consumer motoring site in the UK. HonestJohn.co.uk aims to provide consumers with in-depth motoring advice and informed opinions based on honest and transparent information. The site features more than 3,600 car reviews, up-to-date news, motoring advice, and more.
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closed 2/12/2020 via Company Press Release

MotorEasy, acquired Motokiki

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synopsis: MotorEasy, the UK’s fastest growing motoring association, has acquired Motokiki, the UK’s first impartial tyre comparison site. Motokiki helps people to find the right tyres at the best prices. Their platform allows people to quickly search and compare hundreds of tyres from garages near them.
buyer: MotorEasy
MotorEasy is the UK’s fastest growing motoring association. MotorEasy provides MOT, car servicing, car repairs, market-leading car warranty protection, breakdown cover, GAP insurance and many more products associated with owning and running a car. "
 target: Motokiki
Motokiki is the UK’s first impartial tyre comparison site. Motokiki helps people to find the right tyres at the best prices. Their platform allows people to quickly search and compare hundreds of tyres from garages near them.
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closed 2/12/2020 via BNC Analysis

Quickbima.com merged with Easypolicy,

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synopsis: Quickbima.com has merged with Easypolicy, India's best insurance comparison website. Quickbima.com is an insurance rate comparison website in India. The platform allows users to compare car insurance, health insurance, bike insurance, term insurance, and travel insurance.
buyer parent: Unilazer Ventures
buyer: Easypolicy
Easypolicy is India's best insurance comparison website. Easypolicy's mission is to simplify the insurance world for their users and make it understandable and accessible to everyone. Their platform allows users to compare all types of insurance, including health, car, term, and travel insurance. "
 target: Quickbima.com
Quickbima.com is India's preferred insurance rate comparison website. Quickbima.com provides unbiased and authenticated rate comparison for all leading insurance companies. The platform allows users to compare car insurance, health insurance, bike insurance, term insurance, and travel insurance.
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closed 1/17/2020 via GlobeNewswire

CarGurus, acquired Autolist, Inc.

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synopsis: CarGurus, a leading global automotive marketplace, has acquired Autolist, an innovative car shopping platform spread across Android, iOS, and the web. The acquisition expands CarGurus’ category-leading consumer audience and will help enable the company to further enhance its unique value proposition for subscribing dealers.
buyer: CarGurus (CARG:$556.85)
CarGurus is an online automotive marketplace connecting buyers and sellers of new and used cars. The Company uses proprietary technology, search algorithms, and data analytics to bring trust and transparency to the automotive search experience and help users find great deals from top-rated dealers. "
 target: Autolist, Inc.
Autolist is an innovative car shopping platform spread across Andriod, iOS, and the web to provide users with the best car buying experience anywhere. The company's tools analyze car prices, read reviews, research pricing history, and search over 7,000,000 listings to find the best value for users.
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Michelin
Michelin, the leading tire company, is dedicated to enhancing its clients' mobility, sustainably; designing and distributing the most suitable tires, services and solutions; providing digital services, maps and guides ; and developing high-technology materials that serve the mobility industry.
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2019
rev ($mm)
$25,747.25
EBITDA ($mm)
$4,776.43
EBIT ($mm)
$2,970.15
Net Income ($mm)
$1,786.31
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Ticker: NEWM
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
New Media Investment Group
New Media Investment Group
New Media Investment Group Inc. is focused primarily on investing in a high quality, diversified portfolio of local media assets, and on growing their digital initiatives such as ThriveHive, a digital marketing services business.
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2019
rev ($mm)
$1,588.44
EBITDA ($mm)
$152.66
EBIT ($mm)
$66.41
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$0.86
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10847
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Liberty TripAdvisor Holdings, Inc.
Liberty TripAdvisor Holdings, Inc.
Liberty TripAdvisor Holdings, Inc.'s businesses consist of its subsidiaries TripAdvisor and BuySeasons. TripAdvisor is the world's largest online travel community. BuySeasons is a leading online retailer of costumes and party supplies.
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$1,549.00
EBITDA ($mm)
$238.00
EBIT ($mm)
$15.00
Net Income ($mm)
$30.00
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3485
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Ticker: SFIX
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Stitch Fix
Stitch Fix
Stitch Fix is a personal styling service that delivers a truly personalized Fix of accessibly priced items directly to doors across the United States. Stitch Fix hand picks pieces for each client, to ultimately help them look and feel their best.
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$1,463.70
EBITDA ($mm)
$43.05
EBIT ($mm)
$29.86
Net Income ($mm)
$47.99
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6600
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TripAdvisor LLC
TripAdvisor LLC
TripAdvisor® is the world's largest travel site, enabling travelers to plan and have the perfect trip. TripAdvisor offers trusted advice from real travelers and a wide variety of travel choices and planning features with seamless links to booking tools.
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rev ($mm)
$1,462.00
EBITDA ($mm)
$194.00
EBIT ($mm)
$140.00
Net Income ($mm)
$84.00
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New Media Investment Group Inc. {duplicate}
New Media is focused primarily on investing in a high quality, diversified portfolio of local media assets, and on growing existing advertising and digital marketing businesses. They are one of the largest publishers of locally based print and online media in the US.
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$1,048.96
EBITDA ($mm)
$131.58
EBIT ($mm)
$69.66
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$22.70
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Bitauto Holdings Limited
Bitauto Holdings Limited
Bitauto Holdings Limited is a leading provider of Internet content and marketing services for China's fast-growing automotive industry. The Company's websites provide consumers with up-to-date new and used automobile pricing information, specifications, reviews and consumer feedback.
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$669.95
EBITDA ($mm)
$85.27
EBIT ($mm)
$71.82
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Employees
1902
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Moneysupermarket.com Ltd
Moneysupermarket.com Ltd
Moneysupermarket.com Group PLC provides online price comparison services in the UK. Through their Websites MoneySuperMarket.com, MoneySavingExpert.com, and TravelsuperMarket.com, they provide online services to compare various products in the financial, insurance, travel, and home services markets.
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2017
rev ($mm)
$463.76
EBITDA ($mm)
$161.90
EBIT ($mm)
$149.94
Net Income ($mm)
$109.86
Employees
631
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Quotient Technology Inc.
Quotient Technology Inc.
Quotient Technology Inc., which recently changed its name from Coupons.com Incorporated, is a leading digital promotion and media platform that connects brands, retailers and consumers. They distribute digital coupons and media through a variety of products.
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$424.68
EBITDA ($mm)
$14.70
EBIT ($mm)
($13.97)
Net Income ($mm)
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877
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Kakaku.com
Kakaku.com, Inc provides price comparison services and products information through its website. The Company also provides Internet advertising services. They are based in Tokyo, Japan.
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2017
rev ($mm)
$396.72
EBITDA ($mm)
$203.72
EBIT ($mm)
$190.96
Net Income ($mm)
$132.08
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727
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eHealth, Inc.
eHealth, Inc.
eHealthInsurance, is an online source of health insurance for individuals, families, seniors and small businesses. Through the company's websites consumers can get quotes from leading health insurance carriers, compare plans side by side, and apply for and purchase health insurance products.
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2017
rev ($mm)
$177.28
EBITDA ($mm)
($18.07)
EBIT ($mm)
($22.42)
Net Income ($mm)
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944
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iSelect Ltd
iSelect is an Australian comparison website. It aims to save its customers money, time and effort by making available product information and advice for comparison purposes across the widest range of Australian insurers. iSelect allows users to compare insurance, utilities, credit cards, and loans.
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2017
rev ($mm)
$141.72
EBITDA ($mm)
$18.50
EBIT ($mm)
$16.94
Net Income ($mm)
$12.55
Employees
426
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Travelzoo Inc
Travelzoo Inc
Travelzoo is an Internet media company that provides its 30 million members insider deals and one-of-a-kind experiences personally reviewed by deal experts around the globe. The company specializes in travel, entertainment, and lifestyle experiences.
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2020
rev ($mm)
$102.58
EBITDA ($mm)
$1.86
EBIT ($mm)
$0.47
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
418
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Ticker: OM:BETCO
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Better Collective A/S
Better Collective A/S
Better Collective’s vision is to empower iGamers through transparency and technology – this is what has made them the world’s leading developer of digital platforms for betting tips, bookmaker information and iGaming communities. Their portfolio includes more than 2,000+ websites and products.
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2019
rev ($mm)
$75.22
EBITDA ($mm)
$31.30
EBIT ($mm)
$24.33
Net Income ($mm)
$15.55
Employees
364
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Ticker: TSE:3674
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Aucfan Co., Ltd.
Aucfan Co., Ltd.
Aucfan Co. Ltd. is Japan’s largest online auction price comparison and search website. aucfan.com allows users to compare, search, and analyze online auction and ecommerce product and price information, as well as to see the prices and numbers of transactions for products traded in the past.
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2018
rev ($mm)
$39.08
EBITDA ($mm)
$5.02
EBIT ($mm)
$1.28
Net Income ($mm)
$1.01
Employees
120
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