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announced 9/5/2016 via Bloomberg

ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE, will acquire PARSHIP GmbH

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synopsis: ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE is buying a majority stake in Parship Elite Group from Oakley Capital Private Equity II. Parship, which also owns the ElitePartner brand, started in Germany and has expanded to at least 12 other markets including Sweden, France and Mexico. Parship’s core feature is an algorithm that matches users after a compatibility test.
buyer: ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE (XTRA:PSM:$4,577.28)
ProSiebenSat.1 Group is one of the largest independent media corporations in Europe. With the stations SAT.1, ProSieben, kabel eins, sixx, SAT.1 Gold and ProSieben MAXX, they are number 1 in Germany both in the TV-advertising market and in the audience market. "
 target parent: Oakley Capital Limited
target: PARSHIP GmbH
Parship is the leading online dating service for discerning singles in German-speaking Europe. As the inventor of scientific matchmaking in Europe, Parship has supported its members since 2001 to find the right match for a happy long-term relationship.
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closed 6/12/2019 via Company Press Release

Russ Media, acquired Randivonal

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synopsis: Russmedia, the most progressive media company in Europe, has acquired Randivonal, Hungary's online partner search site. Randivonal helps customers with customized offers, a variety of search and contact methods, highlights, tips, and helpful customer services.
buyer: Russ Media
Russmedia is the most progressive media company in Europe, with subsidiaries in 5 European countries. Products are concentrating on either regional or vertical niches. Their portfolio consists of 10 daily newspapers, 64 weekly papers, more than 100 websites, 2 printing plants and 1 radio station. "
 target parent: Dating Central Europe Zrt.
target: Randivonal
Randivonal is Hungary's online partner search site for 20 years. They help customers with customized offers, a variety of search and contact methods, highlights, tips, and helpful customer services. In order to maintain seriousness, all datasheets are checked to filter out false registrations.
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closed 7/1/2019 via BusinessWire

Spark Networks SE, acquired Zoosk, Inc.

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synopsis: Spark Networks SE, a leading global dating company, has acquired Zoosk, Inc. Through its Behavioural Matchmaking technology, Zoosk personalizes the dating experience by learning from the actions of over 35 million members to deliver better matches. The acquisition makes Spark the second-largest dating company in North America in revenues.
buyer: Spark Networks SE (AMEX:LOV:$109.22)
Spark Networks SE is a leading global dating company with a portfolio of premium brands designed for singles seeking serious long-term relationships. The company has a presence in 29 countries worldwide and is publicly listed on the NYSE American LLC exchange under the ticker symbol "LOV". "
 target: Zoosk, Inc.
Zoosk is a leading online dating company that personalizes the dating experience to help singles find the person and relationship that’s just right for them. Zoosk’s Behavioural Matchmaking technology learns from the actions of over 35 million members in order to deliver better matches.
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announced 5/22/2018 via Company Press Release

IBJ, Inc., will acquire Diverse Inc.

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synopsis: Japanese social network mixi, Inc. will sell Diverse, Inc., an online dating business, to IBJ, Inc. Based in Tokyo, Diverse provides various marriage partner introduction and dating services, and has developed an online matchmaking platform suited to the changing lifestyles of Japanese people.
buyer: IBJ, Inc. (TSE:6071:$90.16)
IBJ, Inc. provides a wide array of marriage hunting services to connect people. They operate an online marriage hunting network, as well as offline marriage hunting events. IBJ was established in 2006 and is based in Tokyo, Japan. "
 target parent: Mixi, Inc.
target: Diverse Inc.
Based in Tokyo, Diverse provides various marriage partner introduction and dating services, and has developed an online matchmaking platform suited to the changing lifestyles of Japanese people today in an effort to create opportunities for more singles to meet via the Internet.
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closed 11/22/2017 via BNC Analysis

PAG, acquired Zhenai Inc.

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synopsis: PAG Asia Capital, an Asian alternative investment management group, has acquired a majority stake in Zhenai Inc., a leading provider of online dating and matchmaking services in China. Zhenai provides integrated Internet and telephone matchmaking services to China's rapidly growing single population who are looking for long-term relationships.
buyer: PAG
PAG was founded in 2002 and has grown to become one of Asia’s largest independent alternative investment management groups with US$16 billion in capital under management across private equity, real estate, and absolute returns. "
 target: Zhenai Inc.
Zhenai Inc. is a leading provider of online dating and matchmaking services in China. Zhenai provides integrated Internet and telephone matchmaking services to China's rapidly growing single population who are looking for long-term relationships.
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$242
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closed 6/14/2017 via BNC Analysis

Ohlala, acquired Ohlala

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synopsis: Pia Poppenreiter, the founder of the online paid dating platform Ohlala, has acquired the company in a management buyout. Ohlala is the first online dating platform that facilitates payment between users, allowing male users to request paid dates with female users.
buyer: Ohlala
Ohlala is an online platform for paid dates, bringing users the most efficient and safe way to contact each other. Ohlala is the first online dating platform that facilitates payment between users, allowing male users to request paid dates with female users. "
 target: Ohlala
Ohlala is an online platform for paid dates, bringing users the most efficient and safe way to contact each other. Ohlala is the first online dating platform that facilitates payment between users, allowing male users to request paid dates with female users.
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closed 5/8/2017 via BNC Analysis

Lunch Actually Pte Ltd, acquired Setipe

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synopsis: Setipe, the biggest online matchmaking service in Indonesia, has been acquired by Singapore-based dating services provider Lunch Actually Group. Setipe's online matchmaking service provides singles a private, safer and more effective place to meet other compatible singles.
buyer: Lunch Actually Pte Ltd
Lunch Actually is Asia’s first lunch dating specialist who arranges fun and quality dates for busy, pro-active single professionals in a discreet, fun and no pressure environment. It provides a safe, convenient and non-intimidating avenue for busy professionals to meet like-minded people. "
 target: Setipe
Setipe.com is an Indonesian online matchmaking service for singles to have a private, safer and more effective place to meet other compatible singles. They curate and introduce matches using demographic, preference, psycho-graphic and social-economic factors.
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announced 5/3/2017 via Yahoo, Inc.

Spark Networks, Inc. will be merged with Affinitas GmbH,

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synopsis: Spark Networks, Inc., a company that owns and operates more than 30 niche-focused online properties, and Affinitas GmbH, which operates premium online dating platforms EliteSingles, eDarling and Attractive World, announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement to merge.
buyer: Affinitas GmbH
Affinitas is the Berlin-based dating company behind global brands EliteSingles, Attractive World and eDarling. Designed for singles seeking a committed, long-term relationship, their premium platforms are the ultimate antidote for those tired of flings and short-term romances. "
 target: Spark Networks, Inc. (AMEX:LOV:$109.22)
Spark Networks owns and operates more than 30 niche-focused online properties designed to build community, including more than 20 online personals sites such as JDate®.com and ChristianMingle®.com.
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announced 7/1/2016 via BNC Analysis

Datetix Group Ltd., will acquire Lovestruck

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synopsis: DateTix Group will buy Hong Kong, Singapore and UK-based premium online dating platform Lovestruck. The company is the world's best dating service for single professionals. Already booming in London/SE, Hong Kong and Singapore, the award-winning operation can be accessed via web, mobile web, iPhone app and Android app.
buyer: Datetix Group Ltd. (ASX:DTX:$0.17)
DateTix is a mobile and location-based social platform to meet new people for in person and on-demand dates. Whether for friendships, casual dating, serious relationships, or business networking, DateTix connects the right people with each other through amazing dates. "
 target: Lovestruck
Lovestruck.com is the world's best dating service for single professionals. Already booming in London/SE, Hong Kong and Singapore, the award-winning operation can be accessed via web, mobile web, iPhone app and Android app.
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$2
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announced 12/7/2015 via PR Newswire

Baihe Network Co., Ltd., will acquire Jiayuan.com International Ltd

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synopsis: Jiayuan.com International Ltd., operator of the largest online dating platform in China, announced that it has entered into an agreement and plan of merger with LoveWorld Inc. and FutureWorld Inc., wholly-owned subsidiaries of Baihe Network Co., Ltd.
buyer: Baihe Network Co., Ltd.
Beijing Baihe Online Hi-tech Co., Ltd. operates an online marriage matchmaking and friend-making Website in China. The company was founded in 2004 and is based in Beijing, China. "
 target: Jiayuan.com International Ltd (DATE:$110.90)
Jiayuan.com International Ltd. operates the largest online dating platform in China. The company is committed to providing a trusted, effective, and user-focused online dating platform that addresses the dating and marriage needs of China's rapidly growing urban singles population.
price ($mm)
$235
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$111
EBITDA ($mm)
$5
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2.1x
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48.0x
closed 9/15/2015 via PR Newswire

Agile Wings, acquired Dating Factory

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synopsis: Agile Wings, the rapidly growing internet investment / incubator firm, has just bought out all the shareholders of Dating Factory. The company is an award-winning global top company in the white and private label dating industry.
buyer: Agile Wings
Agile Wings is often referred to as "the Lean manufacturing in software development". Using methodologies like scrum and Test Driven development, this new and powerful methodology is beating more traditional approaches of IT project management in efficiency and time to market for new projects. "
 target: Dating Factory
Dating Factory was established in 2009 by a team with extensive experience in both affiliate marketing and the online dating industry. Dating Factory has gone on to become one of the global leaders in the provision of white and private label dating services.
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announced 7/14/2015 via PR Newswire

Match.com, will acquire PlentyOfFish

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synopsis: The Match Group, the global operator of digital dating products such as Match, Tinder, OkCupid and Meetic, and a subsidiary of IAC, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase PlentyOfFish. The company is an online dating service, popular primarily in Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, Brazil, and the US.
buyer parent: IAC
buyer: Match.com (:$1,863.89)
The Match Group is the world's leading provider of dating products, redefining the way millions of people meet, date and start relationships every day. Their principal brands include Match, Tinder, Meetic, OkCupid and OurTime. "
 target: PlentyOfFish
PlentyOfFish (POF) is an online dating service, popular primarily in Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, Brazil, and the United States. The company, based in Vancouver, British Columbia generates revenue through advertising.
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announced 6/8/2015 via BNC Analysis

Oakley Capital Limited, will acquire ElitePartner.de

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synopsis: Tomorrow Focus AG has agreed to sell EliteMedianet GmbH, which operates the premium online dating agency ElitePartner, to Oakley Capital Private Equity, a mid-market private equity investor that invests in the UK and Western Europe.
buyer: Oakley Capital Limited (AIM:OCI:$119.66)
Oakley Capital Private Equity is a mid-market private equity investor, that invests in the UK and Western Europe. It is focused on understanding investors’ interests and requirements, while retaining the flexibility to move quickly and decisively in response to their needs. "
 target parent: Tomorrow Focus AG
target: ElitePartner.de
EliteMedianet GmbH operates the premium online dating agency ElitePartner. The company was founded in 2004 and is based in Hamburg, Germany.
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closed 4/2/2015 via BNC Analysis

Oakley Capital Limited, acquired PARSHIP GmbH

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synopsis: London-based private equity firm Oakley Capital Limited has acqured all shares in parship GmbH from publishing group Georg von Holtzbrinck by way of a management buyout. parship GmbH is one of the leading online dating agencies in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. The company was founded in Hamburg in 2001.
buyer: Oakley Capital Limited (AIM:OCI:$119.66)
Oakley Capital Private Equity is a mid-market private equity investor, that invests in the UK and Western Europe. It is focused on understanding investors’ interests and requirements, while retaining the flexibility to move quickly and decisively in response to their needs. "
 target parent: Verlagsgruppe Georg von Holtzbrinck GmbH
target: PARSHIP GmbH
parship was founded in Hamburg in 2001 and is one of the leading online dating agencies in Germany, Austria and Switzerland with over 150 employees.
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announced 6/25/2014 via BNC Analysis

Oasis Active will be merged with RSVP,

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synopsis: Fairfax Media Limited, the founders of Oasis Active and Ten Network Holdings Limited have agreed to a merger of online dating businesses, RSVP and Oasis Active, bringing together two of Australia’s largest online dating services businesses. Founded in 1997, RSVP was the first online dating site in Australia.
buyer parent: Fairfax Media Ltd.
buyer: RSVP
Founded in 1997, RSVP was the first online dating site in Australia. It was acquired by Fairfax in 2005 and is now part of Fairfax’s Digital Ventures division. The business remains Australia’s largest online dating business. "
 target: Oasis Active
Oasis Active is an online dating services business. It was launched in 2008 by co-founders Dave Heysen and Daniel Haigh. Oasis has substantial operations in Australia, as well as strong positions in emerging markets throughout Latin America.
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closed 1/29/2014 via PE Hub

HowAboutWe, acquired Nerve.com Inc.

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synopsis: HowAboutWe.com announced the acquisition of Nerve.com. The company offers a sex and culture-focused editorial online. It also operates a personal platform, that offers an online dating community of nearly 2 million singles. The company is headquartered in New York, NY.
buyer: HowAboutWe
HowAboutWe is a digital lifestyle company dedicated to helping people fall and stay in love. Headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, HowAboutWe is comprised of two subscription-based products, HowAboutWe Dating and HowAboutWe for Couples, and HowAboutWe Media. "
 target: Nerve.com Inc.
Nerve.com offers a sex and culture-focused editorial online. It also operates a personal platform, that offers an online dating community of nearly 2 million singles. The company is headquartered in New York, NY.
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closed 10/1/2013 via Wall Street Journal

Meetic SA, acquired e-kontakt

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synopsis: Meetic, the European leader in online dating, announced that it has signed an Agreement for the acquisition of the assets of e-kontakt. E-Kontakt is one of Sweden's largest dating websites.
buyer: Meetic SA (MEECF:$215.42)
Meetic SA is the leader in the European online dating market. It is established in 16 European countries and is available in 13 languages. Meetic is a French stock corporation, with its registered office in Paris. "
 target: e-kontakt
E-Kontakt is one of Sweden's largest dating websites.
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closed 9/18/2013 via PR Web

Plentyoffish Media, Inc., acquired FastLife

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synopsis: PlentyOfFish (POF.com), the world’s largest online dating site, is acquiring FastLife, the world’s largest speed dating and singles event company. They organize singles events that enable successful single professionals with busy lifestyles to meet each other.
buyer: Plentyoffish Media, Inc.
PlentyOfFish is the world's largest online dating site with over 60 million registered users. Founded in 2003, PlentyOfFish has been using the most advanced matching system in the industry to help singles all over the world meet, date, and find meaningful relationships. "
 target: FastLife
FastLife is Canada's most stylish speed dating and singles’ events service. They organize singles events that enable successful single professionals with busy lifestyles to meet each other. They were founded in 2002, and have branches in Canada, USA, China, Britain, Australia, and New Zealand.
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closed 7/24/2013 via PR Web

Avalanche, LLC, acquired Golfmates.com

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synopsis: Avalanche, LLC acquired Golfmates.com, leading online dating website for single golf enthusiasts. Golfmates.com is the world's first online dating service designed specifically for golfers. The site offers a virtual fairway for single golfers looking to meet and date other golf singles.
buyer: Avalanche, LLC
A pioneer of online dating, Avalanche operates a network of 15+ general and niche dating websites, including its flagship brand Date.com, Matchmaker.com, Amor.com, Jewcier.com, and Militarysingles.com. "
 target: Golfmates.com
Golfmates.com is the world's first online dating service designed specifically for golfers. Golfmates.com offers a virtual fairway for single golfers looking to meet and date other golf singles.
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announced 7/17/2013 via BNC Analysis

Grendall Investment Limited, will purchase Casual Dating Business from Cupid plc

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synopsis: Cupid plc agreed to sell its 'Casual Dating Business' to Grendall Investment Limited. Cupid is the leading network of Internet dating websites in the United Kingdom and other markets. Its casual dating sites, Benaughty.com and Flirt.com, are great sites for people looking for a cheekier, more flirtatious tone to start with.
buyer: Grendall Investment Limited
Grendall Investment Limited, which is registered in the British Virgin islands, owns a portfolio of online dating sites and is managed by Cupid co-founder and 15% shareholder Max Polyakov. "
 seller: Cupid plc (:$39.57)
Cupid plc is the leading network of Internet dating websites in the United Kingdom and other markets. Its casual dating sites, Benaughty.com and Flirt.com, are great sites for people looking for a cheekier, more flirtatious tone to start with.
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closed 10/31/2018 via Company Press Release

Parship Elite Group, acquired eHarmony

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synopsis: The NuCom Group and its porfolio company Parship Elite Group, the leading provider of online matchmaking services in Germany and Europe, are acquiring 100% of eharmony. eharmony is the creator of the segment and one of the leading matchmaking platforms in the US. NuCom Group is an investment portfolio of ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE.
buyer parent: ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE
buyer: Parship Elite Group
The PARSHIP ELITE Group is the leading provider of online matchmaking services in Germany and Europe. The well-known international brands Parship and ElitePartner belong to the group. Both services use scientific methods to successfully support singles in finding happy long-term relationships. "
 target: eHarmony
eharmony helps people find meaningful relationships that enrich their lives. Founded in 2000, eharmony is a pioneer in using algorithms to create highly compatible relationships based on key dimensions of personality that predict the most compatible, highly successful, long-term relationships.
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announced 9/5/2016 via Bloomberg

ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE, will acquire PARSHIP GmbH

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synopsis: ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE is buying a majority stake in Parship Elite Group from Oakley Capital Private Equity II. Parship, which also owns the ElitePartner brand, started in Germany and has expanded to at least 12 other markets including Sweden, France and Mexico. Parship’s core feature is an algorithm that matches users after a compatibility test.
buyer: ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE (XTRA:PSM:$4,577.28)
ProSiebenSat.1 Group is one of the largest independent media corporations in Europe. With the stations SAT.1, ProSieben, kabel eins, sixx, SAT.1 Gold and ProSieben MAXX, they are number 1 in Germany both in the TV-advertising market and in the audience market. "
 target parent: Oakley Capital Limited
target: PARSHIP GmbH
Parship is the leading online dating service for discerning singles in German-speaking Europe. As the inventor of scientific matchmaking in Europe, Parship has supported its members since 2001 to find the right match for a happy long-term relationship.
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closed 4/2/2015 via BNC Analysis

Oakley Capital Limited, acquired PARSHIP GmbH

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synopsis: London-based private equity firm Oakley Capital Limited has acqured all shares in parship GmbH from publishing group Georg von Holtzbrinck by way of a management buyout. parship GmbH is one of the leading online dating agencies in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. The company was founded in Hamburg in 2001.
buyer: Oakley Capital Limited (AIM:OCI:$119.66)
Oakley Capital Private Equity is a mid-market private equity investor, that invests in the UK and Western Europe. It is focused on understanding investors’ interests and requirements, while retaining the flexibility to move quickly and decisively in response to their needs. "
 target parent: Verlagsgruppe Georg von Holtzbrinck GmbH
target: PARSHIP GmbH
parship was founded in Hamburg in 2001 and is one of the leading online dating agencies in Germany, Austria and Switzerland with over 150 employees.
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closed 10/1/2020 via Company Press Release

Wiit S.p.A., acquired myLoc managed IT AG

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synopsis: WIIT S.p.A., a leading Italian cloud computing company, has acquired myLoc managed IT from ProSiebenSat.1, a leading German entertainment player. myLoc managed IT is a German provider of hosting solutions. myLoc operates proprietary data centres in Düsseldorf and provides colocation, managed hosting, cloud and server hosting services.
buyer: Wiit S.p.A. (BIT:WIIT:$79.84)
WIIT is a leading Italian Cloud Computing company. They specialize in Hosted Private and Hybrid Cloud services for enterprises requiring critical application and business continuity management. WIIT manages the main application platforms—SAP, Oracle, and Microsoft—using an end-to-end approach. "
 target parent: ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE
target: myLoc managed IT AG
myLoc managed IT is a German provider of hosting solutions. myLoc offers cheap and secure hosting services to private and business customers. The company operates proprietary data centres in Düsseldorf and provides colocation, managed hosting, private and public cloud and server hosting services.
price ($mm)
$60
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$19
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$9
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closed 9/4/2020 via BusinessWire

NuCom Group, acquired The Meet Group

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synopsis: The Meet Group, Inc., a leading portfolio of mobile dating apps, has been acquired by ProSiebenSat.1's and General Atlantic’s joint company NuCom Group. In connection with the transaction, a new parent company, ParshipMeet Group, was created to manage two subsidiaries: The Meet Group and Parship Group.
buyer parent: ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE
buyer: NuCom Group
NuCom Group is the growth partner for consumer internet companies. They create global category leaders and accelerate the growth of their portfolio companies by adding marketing power, operational expertise and clear buy-and-build strategies. "
 target: The Meet Group (MEET:$206.59)
The Meet Group is a fast-growing portfolio of mobile apps designed to meet the universal need for human connection. Using innovative products and sophisticated data science, The Meet Group keeps users engaged and originates untold numbers of casual chats, friendships, dates, and marriages.
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$482 [$496]
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$212
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$33
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closed 1/14/2019 via Company Press Release

NuCom Group, acquired Aroundhome

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synopsis: NuCom Group, the commerce business of ProSiebenSat.1, is increasing its voting shares in Aroundhome from 42 percent to 94 percent. Aroundhome, founded in 2008, is Germany's largest online broker for products and services around the house.
buyer parent: ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE
buyer: NuCom Group
NuCom Group is building the N°1 omnichannel platform for consumer services and lifestyle brands in Europe. They are a majority-owned subsidiary of ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE, one of Europe’s leading media companies and Germany’s biggest TV network. "
 target: Aroundhome
Aroundhome, founded in 2008, is Germany's largest online broker for products and services around the house, helping millions of people to find the right local company when selecting a solar panel system, new windows or kitchen design.
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closed 10/31/2018 via Company Press Release

Parship Elite Group, acquired eHarmony

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synopsis: The NuCom Group and its porfolio company Parship Elite Group, the leading provider of online matchmaking services in Germany and Europe, are acquiring 100% of eharmony. eharmony is the creator of the segment and one of the leading matchmaking platforms in the US. NuCom Group is an investment portfolio of ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE.
buyer parent: ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE
buyer: Parship Elite Group
The PARSHIP ELITE Group is the leading provider of online matchmaking services in Germany and Europe. The well-known international brands Parship and ElitePartner belong to the group. Both services use scientific methods to successfully support singles in finding happy long-term relationships. "
 target: eHarmony
eharmony helps people find meaningful relationships that enrich their lives. Founded in 2000, eharmony is a pioneer in using algorithms to create highly compatible relationships based on key dimensions of personality that predict the most compatible, highly successful, long-term relationships.
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closed 9/12/2018 via Company Press Release

Verivox GmbH, purchased Brokerage Business from GetSafe

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synopsis: Verivox, a price comparison website in Germany, has acquired Getsafe's brokerage business. Getsafe is a digital multiline insurance company in Germany. Their brokerage business includes a mobile and web platform that allows consumers to manage their insurance contracts.
buyer parent: ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE
buyer: Verivox GmbH
Founded in 1998, Verivox is a price comparison website in Germany that provides up-to-date information on products and services. Verivox has helped over 8 million consumers save over 2.1 billion euros on products and services for energy, insurance, telecom, and finance. "
 seller: GetSafe
Getsafe's brokerage business includes a mobile and web platform that allows consumers to manage their insurance contracts. Getsafe is a digital multiline insurance company in Germany. Getsafe offers combinable modules to protect all important areas of a person’s life.
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closed 8/9/2018 via Company Press Release

dnata, acquired Tropo GmbH

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synopsis: dnata, one of the world’s largest air services provider, announced it has acquired Tropo, a Germany-based tour operator, from ProSiebenSat.1 Group. The acquisition marks dnata’s entry into the German market and extends its global network of travel businesses in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australasia.
buyer parent: The Emirates Group
buyer: dnata
dnata is one of the world’s largest air services providers. Offering ground handling, cargo, travel, and flight catering services in 85 countries across six continents, dnata is a trusted partner for over 300 airline customers around the world. "
 target parent: ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE
target: Tropo GmbH
Tropo is the most dynamic online tour operator for low-cost and high-quality travel packages, last-minute vacations, and hotel reservations. Tropo offers up to 200 million vacation options to every popular beach as well as every vibrant city around the world.
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announced 5/25/2018 via Company Press Release

Crosslantic Capital, will acquire 7NXT GmbH

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synopsis: Crosslantic Capital, an independent investor with a focus on rapidly growing companies in the fields of technology-based services and consumer goods, is taking over the entire stake of ProSiebenSat.1’s subsidiary 7NXT, a leading provider of online sports programs for different target groups.
buyer: Crosslantic Capital
Crosslantic is an independent investment firm backed by institutional investors and corporates. They invest in fast growing companies that have the potential to become market leaders, especially consumer technologies, consumer services, consumer products and tech-enabled B2B businesses. "
 target parent: ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE
target: 7NXT GmbH
7NXT, founded in 2015, has established itself as a leading provider of online sports programs for different target groups in a short space of time. Its offerings include Germany’s largest fitness platform, Gymondo. 7NXT has also implemented a variety of online coaching programs.
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closed 1/4/2018 via Company Press Release

ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE, acquired Kairion GmbH

See 407 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE continues to strengthen its activities in the ad-tech sector and is acquiring the e-commerce marketer Kairion from Cocomore AG. Kairion offers advertising customers the opportunity to place adverts in the combined advertising space of the participating retailers.
buyer: ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE (XTRA:PSM:$4,577.28)
ProSiebenSat.1 Group is one of the most successful independent media companies in Europe with a strong presence in the TV and digital markets. Free TV financed by advertising is the core business of the Group. ProSiebenSat.1 has also built up a successful e-commerce business of digital platforms. "
 target parent: Cocomore AG
target: Kairion GmbH
Kairion offers advertising customers the opportunity to place adverts in the combined advertising space of the participating retailers. The company aggregates the advertising environments and data of over 80 online shops, an activity known as retail media.
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closed 12/21/2017 via Company Press Release

Lastminute.com Group, acquired weg.de

See 141 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: ProSiebenSat.1 is selling all shares in Comvel GmbH, which operates the travel website weg.de, to lastminute.com Group. weg.de is one of Germany’s best-known online travel sites and has been a wholly owned subsidiary of ProSiebenSat.1 Group since January 2014.
buyer: Lastminute.com Group (SWX:LMN:$401.16)
Lastminute.com is a leader in the online travel industry and operates a portfolio of brands such as lastminute.com, Bravofly, Volagratis and Jetcost. The Group reaches across its websites and mobile apps 43 million visitors per month that search for and book their travel and leisure experiences. "
 target parent: ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE
target: weg.de
weg.de is one of Germany’s best-known online travel sites and offers its customers the entire range of travel options, from package holidays and all-inclusive vacations, hotels and flights to cruises, rental cars and skiing trips.
price ($mm)
$14
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announced 12/5/2017 via Company Press Release

ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE, will acquire Esome Advertising

See 2325 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE is acquiring a majority in esome advertising technologies, the leading social-advertising provider in the DACH region. The company, based in Hamburg, bundles the technology and the management of social media campaigns on all social networks, especially Facebook, for advertisers.
buyer: ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE (XTRA:PSM:$4,577.28)
ProSiebenSat.1 Group is one of the most successful independent media companies in Europe with a strong lead in the TV and the digital market. Advertising-financed free TV is the Group’s core business. "
 target: Esome Advertising
Esome Advertising Technologies is the leading social-advertising provider in the DACH region. The company, based in Hamburg, bundles the technology and the management of social media campaigns on all social networks, especially Facebook, for advertisers.
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closed 11/15/2017 via BNC Analysis

Verivox GmbH, acquired Outbank

See 29 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: The Internet portal Verivox, which until now has been known for its electricity and credit comparisons has taken over the financial startup Outbank. Outbank is Germany’s largest independent banking app, including 4.000+ traditional and online banks, financial services like PayPal, stocks, bitcoins and reward cards like Miles & More and Payback.
buyer parent: ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE
buyer: Verivox GmbH
Verivox GmbH operates a consumer portal for energy products and services in Germany. It also offers online price comparison solutions for telecommunication, insurance, and finance products; and a search engine for commission free properties to rent and buy. "
 target: Outbank
Outbank is Germany’s largest independent banking app, including 4.000+ traditional and online banks, financial services like PayPal, stocks, bitcoins and reward cards like Miles & More and Payback.
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announced 11/10/2017 via BNC Analysis

Verivox GmbH, will acquire Aboalarm GmbH

See 27 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Verivox GmbH, a company that offers online price comparison solutions, has acquired Aboalarm GmbH, a company that develops and provides a mobile app for cancellation, revoking, and managing contracts with providers of services. Both companies are based in Germany.
buyer parent: ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE
buyer: Verivox GmbH
Verivox GmbH operates a consumer portal for energy products and services in Germany. It also offers online price comparison solutions for telecommunication, insurance, and finance products; and a search engine for commission free properties to rent and buy. "
 target: Aboalarm GmbH
Aboalarm GmbH develops and provides a mobile app for cancellation, revoking, and managing contracts with providers of services. Customers can quickly, easily and legally secure, revoke and terminate their contracts from cell phonesand gyms to car insurance.
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closed 11/8/2017 via BNC Analysis

Red Arrow Entertainment Group GmbH, acquired Gravitas Ventures

See 54 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Indie distributor Gravitas Ventures has been snapped up by Red Arrow International, an arm of Germany’s ProSiebenSat.1. Gravitas Ventures is a global entertainment distribution operation with the ability to connect filmmakers and producers with consumers through hundreds of media platforms throughout the world.
buyer parent: ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE
buyer: Red Arrow Entertainment Group GmbH (XTRA:PSM:$3,365.78)
Launched in 2010, Red Arrow Entertainment Group is comprised of 21 production companies across 8 countries, alongside global distributors Red Arrow International. "
 target: Gravitas Ventures
Gravitas Ventures is a global entertainment distribution operation with the ability to connect filmmakers and producers with consumers through hundreds of media platforms throughout the world.
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closed 9/20/2017 via Company Press Release

ADEX, acquired Batch Media GmbH

See 2348 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: ADEX, a global technology specialist for data management, has acquired Batch Media GmbH. Batch Media services clients and their online ad campaigns. By offering individual ad verification solutions Batch Media ensures a brand safe environment and compliance of ad delivery to the original media plan.
buyer parent: ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE
buyer: ADEX
The ADEX is a global technology specialist for data management. A data management platform was developed for technology that segments and analyzes data from a large variety of sources. Customers then use the relevant data for internal purposes, or allow it to be used by external partners. "
 target: Batch Media GmbH
Batch Media services clients and their online ad campaigns. By offering individual ad verification solutions batch Media ensures a brand safe environment and compliance of ad delivery to the original media plan.
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announced 6/21/2017 via Company Press Release

CVC Capital Partners, will acquire eTRAVELi

See 141 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: CVC Capital Partners (“CVC”) agreed to acquire Etraveli, the global flight-centric online travel agency, from ProSiebenSat.1. Etraveli, with headquarters in Uppsala, Sweden, is a global e-commerce platform for flight tickets, combining a strong market position in the Nordics with a fast-growing international business.
buyer: CVC Capital Partners
CVC Capital Partners is one of the world’s leading private equity and investment advisory firms. Founded in 1981, CVC employs over 420 people throughout Europe, Asia and the US. The CVC team's local knowledge and extensive contacts underpin a proven 35-year track record of investment success. "
 target parent: ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE
target: eTRAVELi
Etraveli is the leading Online Travel Agent (OTA) in the Nordic region with a rapidly growing international business, offering a wide range of airline tickets, hotel accommodations and travel related services. Etraveli operates in 46 countries on all continents.
price ($mm)
$569
rev ($mm)
$2,063
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
0.3x
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closed 1/25/2017 via BNC Analysis

Virtual Minds AG, acquired ADEX

See 2416 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Virtual Minds, a German company that provides digital advertising and hosting services, announced the majority acquisition of The ADEX, one of Germany’s leading specialists in data-management solutions.
buyer parent: ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE
buyer: Virtual Minds AG
Virtual Minds provides digital advertising and hosting services. It develops and distributes ad server technology for customers in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland; provides digital advertising campaigns, individual tools, specialized campaigns, and optimized accounting for customers. "
 target: ADEX
The ADEX is a global technology specialist for data management. A data management platform was developed for technology that segments and analyzes data from a large variety of sources. Customers then use the relevant data for internal purposes, or allow it to be used by external partners.
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announced 10/13/2016 via Company Press Release

Pluto TV, will acquire Quazer

See 225 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Pluto TV, an advertising-supported online television service in America, will acquire ProSiebenSat.1’s video streaming service Quazer and take over its team. Quazer represents the German counterpart of Pluto TV and offers its users more than 60 special-interest digital channels.
buyer: Pluto TV
Pluto TV is a free online television service broadcasting over 100 live channels full of the TV shows, movies and Internet videos people love, all on one dial. The lineup is hand-picked by people who know and love entertainment for viewers’ moods and tastes. "
 target parent: ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE
target: Quazer
Quazer is the digital answer to classical television. Founded in 2016, the Berlin based company offers a unique digital TV like service with already more than 60 smartly curated and never seen before thematic channels.
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announced 9/5/2016 via Bloomberg

ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE, will acquire PARSHIP GmbH

See 303 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE is buying a majority stake in Parship Elite Group from Oakley Capital Private Equity II. Parship, which also owns the ElitePartner brand, started in Germany and has expanded to at least 12 other markets including Sweden, France and Mexico. Parship’s core feature is an algorithm that matches users after a compatibility test.
buyer: ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE (XTRA:PSM:$4,577.28)
ProSiebenSat.1 Group is one of the largest independent media corporations in Europe. With the stations SAT.1, ProSieben, kabel eins, sixx, SAT.1 Gold and ProSieben MAXX, they are number 1 in Germany both in the TV-advertising market and in the audience market. "
 target parent: Oakley Capital Limited
target: PARSHIP GmbH
Parship is the leading online dating service for discerning singles in German-speaking Europe. As the inventor of scientific matchmaking in Europe, Parship has supported its members since 2001 to find the right match for a happy long-term relationship.
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$225*
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closed 7/20/2016 via BNC Analysis

Red Arrow Entertainment Group GmbH, acquired 44 Blue Productions

See 513 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: German based production copmany, Red Arrow Entertainment Group, has acquired a majority stake in 44 Blue Productions, an award-winning producer of non-fiction and unscripted television content whose series have aired on more than 20 domestic television networks and in more than 120 countries worldwide.
buyer parent: ProSiebenSat.1 Media AG
buyer: Red Arrow Entertainment Group GmbH (XTRA:PSM:$3,365.78)
Launched in January 2010, Red Arrow Entertainment Group is comprised of 19 production companies across 7 countries, alongside global distributor Red Arrow International. "
 target: 44 Blue Productions
44 Blue Productions is an award-winning producer of non-fiction and unscripted television content whose series have aired on more than 20 domestic television networks and in more than 120 countries worldwide.
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announced 5/19/2016 via Company Press Release

7Commerce, will acquire Stylight GmbH

See 645 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: 7Commerce, the strategic investment arm of ProSiebenSat.1, will increase its equity stake in Stylight GmbH, a digital fashion marketplace. Stylight is a Munich-based company founded in 2008, and it is Europe’s most successful fashion aggregator, with operations in 15 countries. Post-acquisition, 7Commerce will own 100 percent of Stylight.
buyer parent: ProSiebenSat.1 Media AG
buyer: 7Commerce
As a 100% subsidiary, 7Commerce is the strategic investment arm of ProSiebenSat.1 Group, one of Europe's leading media companies and Germany’s biggest TV network. Through their participation model Media-for-Equity their portfolio companies receive advertising time for an equity stake. "
 target: Stylight GmbH
Stylight is Europe’s leading fashion aggregator operating at a global level. Stylight lets customers explore the latest trends and shop with just one click from over 350 stores, with all the fashion and lifestyle products they need to create their own personal style.
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$70*
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announced 3/30/2022 via BNC Analysis

Nuttaphong Sitaworarat and Boonuea Jitthanom, will acquire Nation Broadcasting Corporation

See 17 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Mr. Boonuea Jitthanom and Mr. Nuttaphong Sitaworarat, Thai investors with shares in various major companies, will acquire a 61% stake in Nation Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) from Nation Group, one of Thailand's largest media companies. NBC is a media company in Thailand that operates a 24-hour news channel dedicated to providing up-to-date news.
buyer: Nuttaphong Sitaworarat and Boonuea Jitthanom
Mr. Boonuea Jitthanom and Mr. Nuttaphong Sitaworarat are shareholders in various major companies, including One To One Contacts Plc., Trinity Public Company Limited and Wow Factor Plc. "
 target parent: Nation Group
target: Nation Broadcasting Corporation (NBC.BK:$394.87)
Nation Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) is media company in Thailand focused on producing news programs. NBC's Nation TV 22 is a 24-hour news channel that is dedicated to providing up-to-date news with in-depth and unbiased coverage.
price ($mm)[EV]
$27 [$31]*
rev ($mm)
$14
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3.4x
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announced 2/23/2022 via PR Newswire

Standard General L.P., will acquire WFXT Boston

See 111 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Standard General, a company that manages capital for public and private pension funds, endowments, foundations, and high-net-worth individuals, is to acquire Cox Media Group's WFXT/Boston, a Fox-affiliated television station licensed to Boston, Massachusetts.
buyer: Standard General L.P.
Standard General was founded in 2007 and manages capital for public and private pension funds, endowments, foundations, and high-net-worth individuals. "
 target parent: Apollo Global Management
target: WFXT Boston
WFXT, virtual channel 25 (UHF digital channel 34), is a Fox-affiliated television station licensed to Boston, Massachusetts, United States.
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announced 2/23/2022 via PR Newswire

Cox Media Group, Inc., will acquire Community News Media LLC

See 123 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Cox Media Group is to acquire the station group currently owned by Standard General's affiliate, Community News Media LLC. Community News Media LLC is comprised of the television stations KBSI (Fox) – Cape Girardeau, Missouri, KLKN (ABC) – Lincoln, Nebraska, WDKA (MyNet) – Paducah, Kentucky, and WLNE-TV(ABC) – New Bedford, Massachusetts.
buyer parent: Apollo Global Management
buyer: Cox Media Group, Inc.
Cox Media Group (CMG) is an integrated broadcasting, publishing, direct marketing and digital media company. The company's operations include broadcast television stations, radio stations, daily newspapers and non-daily publications. "
 target parent: Standard General L.P.
target: Community News Media LLC
Community News Media LLC is comprised of the television stations KBSI (Fox) – Cape Girardeau, Missouri, KLKN (ABC) – Lincoln, Nebraska, WDKA (MyNet) – Paducah, Kentucky, and WLNE-TV(ABC) – New Bedford, Massachusetts.
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announced 2/22/2022 via Company Press Release

Standard General L.P., will acquire TEGNA Inc.

See 936 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: TEGNA Inc., a broadcast, digital media and marketing services company, is to be acquired by Standard General L.P., which manages capital for public and private pension funds, endowments, foundations, and high-net-worth individuals.
buyer: Standard General L.P.
Standard General was founded in 2007 and manages capital for public and private pension funds, endowments, foundations, and high-net-worth individuals. "
 target: TEGNA Inc. (TGNA:$2,991.09)
TEGNA Inc. is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of communities. With 64 television stations and two radio stations in 51 markets, TEGNA delivers relevant content and information to consumers across platforms.
price ($mm)[EV]
$5,214 [$8,490]*
rev ($mm)
$2,991
EBITDA ($mm)
$969
EV / rev
2.9x
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9.0x
announced 1/5/2022 via PR Newswire

Cordiant Digital Infrastructure Limited, will acquire Emitel S.A.

See 939 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Cordiant Digital Infrastructure Limited announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary has signed a binding agreement to acquire Emitel S.A. from its shareholder - Alinda Capital Partners. Emitel is a leading terrestrial TV and radio broadcast infrastructure operator in Poland.
buyer: Cordiant Digital Infrastructure Limited (LSE:CORD:$0.00)
Cordiant Digital is a specialist investment company focused on investing in digital infrastructure assets in Europe and North America. "
 target parent: Alinda Capital Partners
target: Emitel S.A.
Emitel is a leading terrestrial TV and radio broadcast infrastructure operator in Poland. Thanks to them, all Polish homes have been able to receive TV signals for over 50 years now — only analog signals at the beginning and digital signals since 2013.
price ($mm)
$477
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closed 6/17/2021 via BNC Analysis

Sony Music Entertainment Inc., acquired Somethin’ Else

See 2621 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Sony Music Entertainment has announced the acquisition of Somethin’ Else. Specializing in audio, entertainment, music and arts content, Somethin’ Else is the UK’s largest independent podcast and audio producer and the BBC’s biggest independent producer of programs, covering a variety of music genres and flagship speech shows for the broadcaster.
buyer parent: Sony Corporation
buyer: Sony Music Entertainment Inc.
Sony Music Entertainment is a global recorded music company with a current roster that includes a broad array of both local artists and international superstars. The company boasts a vast catalog that comprises some of the most important recordings in history. "
 target: Somethin’ Else
Specializing in audio, entertainment, music and arts content, Somethin’ Else is the UK’s largest independent podcast and audio producer and the BBC’s biggest independent producer of programs, covering a variety of music genres and flagship speech shows for the broadcaster.
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closed 12/1/2021 via GlobeNewswire

Gray Television, Inc., purchased TV Station Division from Meredith Corporation

See 111 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Magazine publisher and multimedia company Meredith Corp. has sold its Local Media Group which owns 17 television stations in 12 local markets, to Gray Television Inc., a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 94 television markets.
buyer: Gray Television, Inc. (GTN:$2,391.00)
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 94 television markets. With a rich history of over a century and more than 70 years of broadcast television specific expertise, Gray Television delivers meaningful content to millions of viewers each day. "
 seller: Meredith Corporation (NYSE:MDP:$2,879.70)
The acquisition includes the Local Media Group of Meredith Corporation consisting of 17 television stations in 12 local markets. Meredith Corporation is an American media conglomerate based in Des Moines, Iowa. The company owns magazines, television stations, websites, and radio stations.
price ($mm)
$2,825
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closed 4/14/2021 via BNC Analysis

JKN Global Media Public Company Limited, acquired New18

See 936 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: JKN Global Media Public Company Limited, Thailand’s leading global content distribution and broadcast company, has acquired New18, a broadcasting company that specializes in online broadcasting and news.
buyer: JKN Global Media Public Company Limited (SET:JKN:$53.67)
JKN Global Media Public Company Limited is Thailand’s leading global content distribution and broadcast company. JKN distributes content from Asia (specializing content from India and the Philippines) in Thailand through digital TV, cable satellite, OTT Platforms, publishing and merchandising. "
 target: New18
New18 or DN Broadcast Company Limited, is a broadcasting company based in Thailand. They specialize in online broadcasting and news, through their website, and through their social media accounts, including Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
price ($mm)[EV]
$34 [$76]
rev ($mm)
$6
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EV / rev
12.1x
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announced 2/1/2021 via GlobeNewswire

Gray Television, Inc., will acquire Quincy Media

See 4997 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Quincy Media, Inc. has approved the sale of the stock of the company to Gray Television, Inc. a public media company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Quincy Media, Inc. is a family-owned media company that owns and operates television stations in 16 markets, newspapers in two markets, radio in one and digital platforms in all.
buyer: Gray Television, Inc. (GTN:$2,391.00)
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 94 television markets. With a rich history of over a century and more than 70 years of broadcast television specific expertise, Gray Television delivers meaningful content to millions of viewers each day. "
 target: Quincy Media
Quincy Media, Inc., formerly known as Quincy Newspapers, Inc., is a family-owned media company that owns and operates television stations in 16 markets, newspapers in two markets, radio in one and digital platforms in all. Their broadcast footprint covers much of the upper Midwest.
price ($mm)
$925
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$134
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6.9x
announced 9/25/2020 via PR Newswire

The E.W. Scripps Company, will acquire ION Media Networks

See 4430 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: The E.W. Scripps Company, America's fourth-largest independent TV station owner, will buy ION Media, an independent, privately held media company, and owner and operator of the nation’s largest broadcast station group.
buyer: The E.W. Scripps Company (SSP:$1,599.45)
The E.W. Scripps Company serves audiences and businesses through a growing portfolio of local and national media brands. With 36 television stations, Scripps is one of the nation's largest independent TV station owners. "
 target: ION Media Networks (ION:$228.90)
ION Media is an independent, privately held media company, and owner and operator of the nation’s largest broadcast station group. ION reaches viewers in 98 million U.S. households, or 85% of the population, through its 60 owned and operated stations and its affiliations.
price ($mm)
$2,650
rev ($mm)
$558
EBITDA ($mm)
$323
EV / rev
4.7x
EV / EBITDA
8.2x
announced 9/9/2020 via BNC Analysis

Discovery Communications, Inc., will purchase Free-to-Air TV Business from MediaWorks NZ Limited

See 936 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Broadcaster MediaWorks has reached a binding agreement with media giant Discovery Inc regarding the sale of MediaWorks' free-to-air TV business. The deal includes entertainment channels Three and Bravo, streaming service ThreeNow, and multi-platform news and current affairs service Newshub, as well as other channels.
buyer: Discovery Communications, Inc. (DISC.A:$12,191.00)
Discovery Communications satisfies curiosity and engages superfans with a portfolio of premium nonfiction, lifestyle, sports and kids programming brands. Discovery reaches more than 3 billion cumulative viewers across pay-TV and free-to-air platforms in more than 220 countries and territories. "
 seller parent: Oaktree Capital Management, LLC
seller: MediaWorks NZ Limited
The acquisition includes the free-to-air TV business of MediaWorks and includes entertainment channels Three and Bravo, streaming service ThreeNow, and multi-platform news and current affairs service Newshub, as well as other channels Three+1, Bravo+1, The Edge TV and The Breeze TV.
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closed 8/12/2020 via BNC Analysis

NEP Group, Inc., acquired Outside Broadcasting Ltd

See 49 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Sky TV has sold its subsidiary Outside Broadcasting to US-based firm NEP. Outside Broadcasting is a destination for inspiration, creation and collaboration. Their talented people use the best technology and equipment to bring your broadcast vision to life. They cover anything from live sport, entertainment programs to special events.
buyer parent: Carlyle Group
buyer: NEP Group, Inc. (NEPG:$450.72)
Since 1986, NEP has been a worldwide outsourced technical production partner supporting premier content producers of live sports, entertainment, music and corporate events. "
 target parent: Sky Network Television Limited
target: Outside Broadcasting Ltd
Outside Broadcasting is a destination for inspiration, creation and collaboration. Their talented people use the best technology and equipment to bring your broadcast vision to life. They cover anything from live sport, entertainment programs to special events.
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announced 7/14/2020 via BNC Analysis

Mission Broadcasting, Inc., will acquire Pix11

See 936 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: E.W. Scripps has announced that its New York CW affiliate, PIX11 (WPIX), will be acquired by Mission Broadcasting. PIX11 is an award-winning television station that airs primetime programming, news, hit movies, first-run programs, off-network sitcoms, children’s programming, and public affairs shows.
buyer: Mission Broadcasting, Inc.
Mission Broadcasting, Inc. is a television broadcasting company that acquires, develops, and operates television stations and interactive community Websites in medium-sized markets in the United States. Its stations provide free over-the-air programming to its markets’ television viewing audiences. "
 target parent: The E.W. Scripps Company
target: Pix11
PIX11 is a New York TV station that airs primetime programming, award-winning news, hit movies, first-run programs, off-network sitcoms, children’s programming, and public affairs shows. PIX11 has earned over 265 Emmy Awards, including multiple awards for its news programs and coverage.
price ($mm)
$75
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closed 5/28/2020 via BNC Analysis

Gray Television, Inc., acquired KATH-TV and KSCT-TV

See 111 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: GCI subsidiary Denali Media Holdings has announced the sale of its NBC affiliates in southeast Alaska to Gray Television. The sale includes KATH and KSCT stations in the Juneau and Sitka markets. Denali Media Holdings was established in 2012 and owns KTVA (CBS) in Anchorage along with three CBS stations in Juneau, Sitka and Ketchikan.
buyer: Gray Television, Inc. (GTN:$2,391.00)
Gray owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 91 television markets, including the first or second highest rated television station in 85 markets. "
 target parent: General Communication, Inc
target: KATH-TV and KSCT-TV
KATH and KSCT serve NBC "Must See TV" to viewers in Alaska's capital city of Juneau, as well as to Sitka, Ketchikan, Petersburg, Wrangell, Angoon and other communities throughout Southeast Alaska, via broadcast, GCI cable, DishNet and DirecTV.
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closed 1/27/2020 via GlobeNewswire

ION Media Networks, purchased KMCC-TV from Entravision Communications Corporation

See 427 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: ION Media, the nation’s leading independent broadcast TV operator, announced the purchase of KMCC-TV in Las Vegas from Entravision Communications Corporation. KMCC-TV is an Azteca América-affiliated television station serving Las Vegas, Nevada, that is licensed to Laughlin and broadcasts primarily in Spanish.
buyer: ION Media Networks (ION:$228.90)
ION Media is an independent, privately held media company, and owner and operator of the nation’s largest broadcast station group. ION reaches viewers in 98 million U.S. households, or 85% of the population, through its 60 owned and operated stations and its affiliations. "
 seller: Entravision Communications Corporation (EVC:$697.98)
KMCC-TV is an Azteca América-affiliated television station serving Las Vegas, that is licensed to Laughlin and broadcasts primarily in Spanish. Entravision is a diversified global media, data and advertising technology company that reaches and engages Latino consumers in the U.S. and other markets.
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closed 12/31/2019 via BNC Analysis

Urban One, Inc., acquired WQMC-LD

See 111 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Urban One, the largest diversified media company that primarily targets Black Americans and urban consumers in the US, has acquired WQMC-LD (GTN or Media Columbus), a low-power independent commercial television station in Columbus, Ohio.
buyer: Urban One, Inc. (ROIAK:$387.79)
Urban One, Inc., formerly known as Radio One, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, is the largest diversified media company that primarily targets Black Americans and urban consumers in the United States. "
 target: WQMC-LD
WQMC-LD (GTN or Media Columbus) is a low-power independent commercial television station in Columbus, Ohio. It broadcasts locally on channel 23. They broadcast in the Columbus metro area which reaches a majority of the 2.5 million residents of the overall Columbus DMA.
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announced 12/18/2019 via GlobeNewswire

Regional News Network, will purchase 7 Full Power and One Class A Station from NRJ TV LLC

See 936 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: RNN National Media (RNN) is to purchase 7 full power and one Class A station from NRJ. The stations are KSCI-TV in Los Angeles, WTVE-TV and WPHY-CD in the Philadelphia DMA, KFWD-TV in the Dallas-Ft. Worth DMA, KUBE-TV in the Houston DMA, KCNS-TV in the San Francisco-Oakland-San Jose DMA, WMFP-TV in the Boston DMA and KIKU-TV in the Honolulu DMA.
buyer: Regional News Network
RNN is a privately-owned portfolio of independent broadcast assets and production/distribution capabilities located in Rye Brook, NY. Their independent network currently reaches more than 14 million households and 43 million people throughout New York, Philadelphia, Washington, DC, and Boston. "
 seller: NRJ TV LLC
The acquisition includes 7 full power and one Class A station from NRJ. The stations are KSCI-TV in Los Angeles, WTVE-TV and WPHY-CD in Philadelphia, KFWD-TV in Dallas-Ft. Worth, KUBE-TV in Houston, KCNS-TV in San Francisco-Oakland-San Jose, WMFP-TV in the Boston DMA and KIKU-TV in the Honolulu DMA.
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announced 11/25/2019 via Company Press Release

Standard Media Group LLC, will purchase Nine Television Stations from Waypoint Media, LLC

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synopsis: Standard Media Group, an innovative and diverse broadcast media company, has announced its agreement to acquire nine television stations across six markets from Waypoint Media and Vision Communications.
buyer: Standard Media Group LLC
Standard Media Group is an innovative and diverse broadcast media company committed to serving local communities. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, Standard Media’s leadership team has a long history of building strong, local television and digital media properties. "
 seller: Waypoint Media, LLC
The transaction includes the following stations from Waypoint Media: FOX & NBC affiliate WGBC-TV; FOX affiliate WHPM-LD; NBC affiliate WNBJ-LD; FOX and CBS affiliate KJNB-LD and KJNE-LD; FOX and NBC WPBI-LD, along with ABC affiliate WPBY-LD; as well as FOX affiliate WYDC-TV and MyNet affiliate WJKP.
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$59
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closed 11/20/2019 via BNC Analysis

Lilly Broadcasting LLC, acquired WCVI

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synopsis: Lilly Broadcasting, a privately owned American broadcasting company headquartered in Erie, Pa., has acquired WCVI in the U.S. Virgin Islands. WCVI is an ABC affiliate, and recently added CBS programming. Family Broadcasting Corporation is the seller and the price was not disclosed.
buyer: Lilly Broadcasting LLC
Lilly Broadcasting, LLC is a privately owned American broadcasting company headquartered in Erie, Pa. and its stations include WICU Erie and WENY Elmira. It also owns and operates One Caribbean Television. "
 target parent: Family Broadcasting Group, Inc.
target: WCVI
WCVI-TV is a dual CBS/ABC-affiliated television station serving the United States Virgin Islands that is licensed to Christiansted, Saint Croix.
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announced 11/5/2019 via BusinessWire

Nexstar Media Group, will purchase WJZY and WMYT from Fox Television Stations

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synopsis: Nexstar Media Group, Inc. entered into a purchase and sale agreement with Fox Television Stations, LLC, a subsidiary of Fox Corporation, whereby Nexstar will purchase from FOX, the FOX Affiliate WJZY and MyNetworkTV Affiliate WMYT, both located in Charlotte, NC.
buyer: Nexstar Media Group (NXST:$4,740.34)
Nexstar Media Group is one of the largest local TV station operators in the country. They have 174 full power television stations in 100 markets addressing nearly 38.7% of US television households, and a diversified, growing digital media operation. "
 seller parent: The Walt Disney Company
seller: Fox Television Stations
The acquisition includes the Charlotte FOX Affiliate WJZY and MyNetworkTV Affiliate WMYT from Fox Television Stations, LLC, a subsidiary of Fox Corporation. Both stations are located in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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$45
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2021
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6430
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14297
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Gray Television, Inc.
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2020
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$179.98
EBIT ($mm)
$75.54
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5900
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Atresmedia Corporación de Medios de Comunicación, S.A.
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2021
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$129.51
EBIT ($mm)
$116.80
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$72.32
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2467
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2017
rev ($mm)
$817.84
EBITDA ($mm)
$140.88
EBIT ($mm)
$86.49
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
4489
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CTC Media, Inc.
CTC Media, Inc.
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year
2014
rev ($mm)
$788.84
EBITDA ($mm)
$261.98
EBIT ($mm)
$232.82
Net Income ($mm)
$134.97
Employees
1129
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