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closed 2/6/2019 via BNC Analysis

American Media Inc., acquired Adventure Sports Network

See 363 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: National Enquirer publisher American Media has acquired TEN: Publishing’s Adventure Sports Network, a group of 14 action sports brands, including Bike, Powder and Surfer magazines as well as the Dew Tour event series.
buyer: American Media Inc.
American Media, Inc. (AMI) owns and operates the leading print and digital celebrity and active lifestyle media brands in the United States. AMI's titles include National Enquirer, Star, OK!, Us Weekly, Globe, National Examiner, Men's Fitness, Muscle & Fitness, Flex and Muscle & Fitness Hers. "
 target parent: Discovery Communications, Inc.
target: Adventure Sports Network
Adventure Sports Network is a group of 14 action sports brands, including Bike, Powder and Surfer magazines as well as the Dew Tour event series. The Dew Tour is an innovative contest series and content platform for extreme sports.
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closed 7/25/2014 via BNC Analysis

Kelsey Media, purchased Auto Titles and Triathlon Plus from Future plc

See 259 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Kelsey Media, a UK based, privately owned publisher of special interest and enthusiasts’ magazines and books, has acquired Auto Titles and Triathlon Plus from Future plc, an award-winning international media group and leading digital publisher.
buyer: Kelsey Media
Kelsey Media is a UK based, privately owned publisher of special interest and enthusiasts’ magazines and books. They have around 100 employees with offices in Peterborough and Cudham, Kent. "
 seller: Future plc (LSE:FUTR:$606.80)
The Portfolio of titles includes: Fast Car, Fast Ford, Classic Ford, Classics Monthly, Total Vauxhall, Mini Magazine, Triathlon Plus, Classic Ford Show, Ford Fair, Japfest, Japfest 2: The Evolution, Performance Vauxhall Show, TRAX: The Ultimate Performance Car Event and associated websites.
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announced 10/1/2012 via Company Press Release

GrindMedia, LLC, will acquire Ryan Communications Group

See 248 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: In a move to bolster its off-road motorsports media business, GrindMedia is acquiring Dirt Sports and Off-Road Industry magazines and related assets from Ryan Communications Group. Jim Ryan will head up the newly formed, Dirt Sports Group, that will now include Dirt Sports and Off-Road Industry.
buyer parent: Source Interlink Companies, Inc.
buyer: GrindMedia, LLC
Along with standalone websites, including GrindTV.com, Newschoolers and Motocross.com, GrindMedia is the leading provider of print and online action sports and entertainment content in the United States. Its brands include Surfer, Surfing, Snowboarder, Skateboarder, Powder, and more. "
 target: Ryan Communications Group
Ryan Communications Group (RCG) is a progressive, multi-media communications business. RCG's properties include Dirt Sports print magazine, DirtSportsNation.com, Off-Road Industry print magazine and OffRoadIndustryMagazine.com.
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InterMedia Advisors, LLP, purchased 17 magazine, hunting, fishing and shooting titles operated as part of the Outdoor Group of PRIMEDIA from Primedia, Inc.

See 248 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: InterMedia Partners, L.P., a New York-based private equity firm, has agreed to purchase the hunting, fishing and shooting titles operated as part of the Outdoor Group of PRIMEDIA Inc. for $170 million in cash.
buyer: InterMedia Advisors, LLP
InterMedia Partners is a private equity investment firm that makes control investments in media companies. Currently investing its seventh fund, InterMedia is focused on media content catering to underserved audiences. "
 seller: Primedia, Inc.
PRIMEDIA is the leading targeted media company in the United States. With 2005 revenue of $990 million, its properties comprise over 100 brands that connect buyers and sellers through print publications, Internet, events, merchandise and video programs in three market segments.
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closed 4/18/2005 via Company Press Release

Advanstar Communications Inc., acquired Rubicon Media Group, Inc.

See 157 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Advanstar Communications Inc., a leading worldwide publishing, tradeshow and marketing services company, announced today that it has acquired the Off-Road.com web site from Rubicon Media Group, Inc. The acquisition of Off-Road.com further strengthens Advanstar's growing position in the off-road, powersports and automotive aftermarket industries.
buyer parent: Veronis Suhler Stevenson
buyer: Advanstar Communications Inc.
Advanstar Communications Inc. is a leading worldwide media company providing integrated marketing solutions for the Fashion, Life Sciences and Powersports industries. "
 target: Rubicon Media Group, Inc.
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closed 4/1/2017 via Company Press Release

Svenska Media Docu AB, purchased Three Magazines from Aller Media AB

See 240 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: As of April 1, 2017, Svenska Media Docu AB, headquartered in Ljusdal, Hälsingland, has acquired the Fishing Journal, All About Fly Fishing and Hunting Journal from Aller Media. The Hunting Journal, the Fishing Journal and All About Fly Fishing are all three profitable and successful brands with truly dedicated readers, followers and editors.
buyer parent: Segulah
buyer: Svenska Media Docu AB
Svenska Media Docu AB is a publisher of B2B magazines in Sweden. Their magazines cover the construction, real estate, farm, agriculture, forestry and treatment services industries. "
 seller parent: Aller Holding A/S
seller: Aller Media AB
Fishing Journal, All About Fly Fishing and the Hunting Journal from Aller Media are magazines for hunting and fishing enthusiasts. The three are all profitable and successful brands with truly dedicated readers, followers and, not least, editors.
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closed 6/7/2017 via Company Press Release

Ironman, acquired Competitor Group, Inc.

See 359 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: IRONMAN, a Wanda Sports Holdings Company, has acquired Competitor Group, Inc. (CGI), the active lifestyle industry’s leading media and event entertainment company. CGI owns and operates the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Series and media titles Women’s Running, Competitor, Triathlete and VeloNews.
buyer parent: Dalian Wanda Group Co., Ltd.
buyer: Ironman
IRONMAN operates a global portfolio of events that includes the IRONMAN Triathlon Series, road cycling events and other multisport races. Beginning as a single race, IRONMAN has grown to become a global sensation with more than 260 events across 44 countries. "
 target: Competitor Group, Inc.
Competitor Group, Inc. (CGI) is the active lifestyle industry’s leading media and event entertainment company. CGI owns and operates 36 events around the world, including its flagship Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Series. CGI also owns four publishing brands dedicated to running, cycling and triathlon.
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closed 11/26/2012 via BNC Analysis

Calera Capital, acquired Competitor Group, Inc.

See 359 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Calera Capital, a private equity group, is the new owner of Competitor Group. Competitor Group, Inc. is the leading media and event entertainment company dedicated to the endurance sports industry of running, cycling and triathlons.
buyer: Calera Capital
Calera Capital is a private investment firm that has managed approximately $2.8 billion of capital. Calera invests across a diverse range of industries including business services, financial services, food and consumer, healthcare, building products, and industrial manufacturing. "
 target parent: Falconhead Capital LLC
target: Competitor Group, Inc.
Competitor Group, Inc. is the largest media and event based enterprise in the endurance sport space, with total monthly magazine circulation of approximately 500,000; marathons, triathlons, cycling and other endurance events in sixteen major cities with more than 150,000 participants.
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closed 8/20/2012 via BNC Analysis

D4DR Media CC, acquired BASEjumper.com

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synopsis: D4DR Media announced that the company will refocus on adventure sport communities by acquiring and operating BASEjumper.com, the largest interactive BASE jumping destination site for jumpers and enthusiasts on the web.
buyer: D4DR Media CC
D4DR Media CC is a privately held company based just outside Cape Town in Somerset West (South Africa). D4DR Media owns or operates a portfolio of leading adventure sport portals which include Dropzone.com, Rockclimbing.com, BASEjumper.com and Divetime.com. "
 target: BASEjumper.com
BASEjumper.com serves as an global online community for those individuals who have carefully considered their decision to jump and for whom BASE jumping is a lifestyle choice.
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closed 1/24/2008 via BusinessWire

Internet Brands, Inc., acquired HuntingNet.com

See 151 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Internet Brands, Inc., a leading operator of media and e-commerce websites, announced the acquisition of HuntingNet.com, a popular community website in the online hunting niche. The sites join well-known online community destinations including Wikitravel.org, FlyerTalk.com, and BikeForums.com as part of Internet Brands’ Travel & Leisure division.
buyer: Internet Brands, Inc. (:$107.45)
Los Angeles-based Internet Brands, Inc. is a leading Internet media company that owns, operates and grows community and e-commerce websites in the automotive, careers, home, money and business, shopping and travel and leisure categories. "
 target: HuntingNet.com
HuntingNet.com is the largest hunting community on the Internet. Founded in 1995, the site consists of more than 10,000 pages of content including daily hunting news updates, original articles, field journals, and photo galleries.
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closed 5/11/2016 via BNC Analysis

Future plc, acquired Blaze Publishing Ltd

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synopsis: Future PLC, an award-winning international media group and leading digital publisher, has purchased publisher and event organizer Blaze Publishing Ltd, the largest independently-owned publishing company in the shooting sector, and in the last few years has expanded into music magazines, live events and video.
buyer: Future plc (LSE:FUTR:$606.80)
Future is an award-winning international media group and leading digital publisher. They reach more than 51 million international consumers a month and create world-class content and advertising solutions online, on tablet & smartphone and in print. "
 target: Blaze Publishing Ltd
Blaze has grown to become the largest independently-owned publishing company in the shooting sector, and in the last few years has expanded into music magazines, live events and video.
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announced 1/7/2022 via New York Times

The New York Times Company, will acquire The Athletic

See 176 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: The New York Times Company, a global media organization focused on creating, collecting and distributing high-quality news and information, has reached an agreement to buy The Athletic, a subscription-based sports website that provides ad-free national and local coverage in 47 North American cities as well as the United Kingdom.
buyer: The New York Times Company (NYT:$1,963.00)
The New York Times Company a global media organization focused on creating, collecting and distributing high-quality news and information. The New York Times brand a trusted source of news and information for readers and viewers across various platforms. "
 target: The Athletic
The Athletic is a subscription-based sports website that provides ad-free national and local coverage in 47 North American cities as well as the United Kingdom.
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announced 12/30/2020 via BNC Analysis

Pax Holdings Ltd., will acquire Sporting News Limited

See 277 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Global digital sports media company DAZN is selling the Sporting News website to Pax Holdings, an investment firm based in the UK and Hong Kong with clients in gaming and betting. Sporting News was established in 1886 and is now a digital-only publication providing essential coverage of all major sports.
buyer: Pax Holdings Ltd.
PAX Holdings Ltd is a Family Office managing a portfolio of investments that commenced with early stage tech and financial services sector investments in 1999. "
 target parent: Access Industries
target: Sporting News Limited
Sporting News was established in 1886 as a weekly U.S. magazine. It became the dominant American publication covering baseball, acquiring the nickname "The Bible of Baseball."​ It is now a digital-only publication providing essential coverage of all major sports.
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closed 10/9/2020 via BusinessWire

Pocket Outdoor Media, acquired Big Stone Publishing

See 223 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Pocket Outdoor Media (POM), the world's leading creator of active lifestyle content, announced the acquisition of Big Stone Publishing (BSP), the longtime publisher of Rock & Ice, Trail Runner, and Gym Climber magazines and websites.
buyer parent: Pocket Ventures LLC
buyer: Pocket Outdoor Media
Pocket Outdoor Media is the leading endurance sports publisher. Pocket Outdoor Media brands influence and engage more athletes than any other through a combined print, online, and social audience of millions of runners, cyclists, triathletes, and swimmers. "
 target: Big Stone Publishing
Big Stone Publishing is a niche media company specializing in outdoor sports. Their brand magazines include Rock and Ice, Trail Runner, ASCENT, Gym Climber and Dirt.
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announced 5/6/2020 via BNC Analysis

Snack Media Ltd., will acquire GiveMeSport

See 176 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Bragg Gaming Group has entered into an agreement with SN&CK Media Limited (SML) for the sale of its media division, including GiveMeSport. GiveMeSport.com is the home of exclusive content, providing the fans with up-to-date features, interviews, match previews and match reviews.
buyer: Snack Media Ltd.
Snack Media is a leading independent sports digital media company with over 30m sports fans. They specialize in multi-channel content creation, distributed at scale. Through data driven engagement strategies Snack Media creates authentic connections between brands & fans. "
 target parent: Bragg Gaming Group
target: GiveMeSport
Givemesport media is a next generation publisher that is forward thinking, tech-led and understands content distribution. Its website, GiveMeSport.com is the home of exclusive content, providing the fans with up-to-date features, interviews, match previews and match reviews.
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announced 6/17/2019 via BNC Analysis

Rucks Media LLC, will purchase Outdoors Community from F+W Media, Inc.

See 277 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Special interest magazine publisher F+W Media is selling their Outdoors Community magazine assets to Rucks Media LLC as part of chapter 11 filings. Rucks Media LLC is a holding company led by Brad Rucks, who has been the publisher for Deer & Deer Hunting magazine for many years.
buyer: Rucks Media LLC
Rucks Media LLC is a holding company led by Brad Rucks, who has been the publisher for Deer & Deer Hunting magazine for many years. "
 seller parent: Tinicum Capital Partners LP
seller: F+W Media, Inc.
F+W Media is a community-focused, content creator and marketer of products and services for enthusiasts. F+W offers a diversified portfolio of books, e-books, magazines, industry-leading events, e-commerce stores, online education programs, DVD and video instruction, television programs, & more.
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closed 6/5/2019 via Company Press Release

Motor Presse Stuttgart, acquired Motor Presse Stuttgart

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synopsis: Dr. Ing. Patricia Scholten and Peter-Paul Pietsch, the successors of the Pietsch family that founded Motor Presse Stuttgart, have acquired the 59.9% share of Motor Presse Stuttgart held by Hamburg publishing house, Gruner + Jahr. Motor Presse Stuttgart publishes over 120 magazines across the globe, exploring topics such as motoring and lifestyle.
buyer: Motor Presse Stuttgart
Dr. Ing. Patricia Scholten and Peter-Paul Pietsch are successors of the Motor Presse Stuttgart founding family Pietsch. Peter-Paul Pietsch and Patricia feel "a special responsibility" for Motor Presse Stuttgart. "
 target parent: Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA
target: Motor Presse Stuttgart
Motor Presse Stuttgart publishes over 120 magazines across the globe, exploring topics such as motoring, lifestyle, and sport & leisure. In addition to the successful print media core of the business, the Motor Presse has invested in and developed many additional multimedia offerings.
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closed 4/25/2019 via BNC Analysis

River iGaming p.l.c., acquired Media247 AS

See 203 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: River iGaming, a Malta-based company that aims to own an attractive ecosystem of companies throughout the iGaming value chain, has acquired Media247, a Norwegian media company. Media247 publishes the Gaffa and Sportsbibelen brands. Gaffa is a monthly music magazine. Sportsbibelen is a sports focused portal.
buyer: River iGaming p.l.c. (OB:RIVER-ME:$0.00)
River iGaming is a Malta-based company that aims to own an attractive ecosystem of companies throughout the iGaming value chain. River iGaming invests in businesses that have a strong stand-alone business case and contribute to synergies within the group. "
 target: Media247 AS
Media247 is a Norwegian media company. Media247 publishes the Gaffa and Sportsbibelen brands. Gaffa is a monthly music magazine that covers all types of music in Norway, from pop to black metal. Sportsbibelen is a sports focused portal that provides entertaining articles, photos, videos and more.
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announced 11/28/2018 via PR Newswire

Civilized, will acquire The 420 Games

See 473 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Civilized Worldwide Inc, a Canadian media and lifestyle brand that embraces and highlights modern cannabis culture, will acquire The 420 Games, a North American athletic events company that advocates the responsible use of cannabis. The 420 Games provides a series of active lifestyle events, including a 4.20 mile run, yoga, flag football, and more.
buyer: Civilized
Based in Canada, Civilized is a premium media and lifestyle brand that embraces and highlights modern cannabis culture, reflecting the millions of adults who choose to enjoy cannabis as a part of a balanced lifestyle. "
 target: The 420 Games
The 420 Games is a North American athletic events company that advocates the responsible use of cannabis. The company aims to de-stigmatize the millions who use cannabis in a healthy lifestyle. Their series of active lifestyle events include a 4.20 mile run, yoga, flag football, and more.
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closed 8/21/2018 via BNC Analysis

Silly Monks Entertainment Ltd., acquired Playmonks

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synopsis: Silly Monks, a digital media entertainment firm in India, has acquired a 51% stake in Playmonks, a sports marketing management company in India. Playmonks specializes in sporting events management, marketing and sponsorship, and sports celebrity management.
buyer: Silly Monks Entertainment Ltd. (NSEI:SILLYMONKS:$1.71)
Silly Monks is a digital media entertainment firm in India. Silly Monks creates interesting and innovative content, including videos, music, and movie based entertainment. Silly Monks is also one of the largest YouTube multi channel networks in India. "
 target: Playmonks
Playmonks is a sports marketing management company in India. Playmonks specializes in sporting events management, marketing and sponsorship, and sports celebrity management. The company has successfully organized various major sports events across India.
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closed 2/6/2019 via BNC Analysis

American Media Inc., acquired Adventure Sports Network

See 363 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: National Enquirer publisher American Media has acquired TEN: Publishing’s Adventure Sports Network, a group of 14 action sports brands, including Bike, Powder and Surfer magazines as well as the Dew Tour event series.
buyer: American Media Inc.
American Media, Inc. (AMI) owns and operates the leading print and digital celebrity and active lifestyle media brands in the United States. AMI's titles include National Enquirer, Star, OK!, Us Weekly, Globe, National Examiner, Men's Fitness, Muscle & Fitness, Flex and Muscle & Fitness Hers. "
 target parent: Discovery Communications, Inc.
target: Adventure Sports Network
Adventure Sports Network is a group of 14 action sports brands, including Bike, Powder and Surfer magazines as well as the Dew Tour event series. The Dew Tour is an innovative contest series and content platform for extreme sports.
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announced 4/18/2019 via PR Newswire

The Hudson Group, will purchase Newsprint Tabloids from American Media Inc.

See 53 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: American Media, LLC has agreed in principle with James Cohen, the owner and CEO of Hudson Media, for the sale of its newsprint tabloids, including the National Enquirer (US and UK editions), Globe and National Examiner. Over its 92-year history, the National Enquirer has enticed readers in with sensational headlines and photos about celebrities.
buyer parent: Dufry
buyer: The Hudson Group
Hudson Group, a Dufry Company and one of the largest travel retailers in North America, is committed to enhancing the travel experience for over 300,000 travelers every day in the continental US and Canada. The Company is anchored by its iconic Hudson, Hudson News and Hudson Bookseller brands. "
 seller: American Media Inc.
The Newsprint Tabloids include the National Enquirer (US and UK editions), Globe and National Examiner. Over its 92-year history, the National Enquirer has enticed readers in supermarket checkout lines with sensational headlines and photos about celebrities.
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closed 2/6/2019 via BNC Analysis

American Media Inc., acquired Adventure Sports Network

See 363 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: National Enquirer publisher American Media has acquired TEN: Publishing’s Adventure Sports Network, a group of 14 action sports brands, including Bike, Powder and Surfer magazines as well as the Dew Tour event series.
buyer: American Media Inc.
American Media, Inc. (AMI) owns and operates the leading print and digital celebrity and active lifestyle media brands in the United States. AMI's titles include National Enquirer, Star, OK!, Us Weekly, Globe, National Examiner, Men's Fitness, Muscle & Fitness, Flex and Muscle & Fitness Hers. "
 target parent: Discovery Communications, Inc.
target: Adventure Sports Network
Adventure Sports Network is a group of 14 action sports brands, including Bike, Powder and Surfer magazines as well as the Dew Tour event series. The Dew Tour is an innovative contest series and content platform for extreme sports.
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closed 6/27/2018 via BNC Analysis

American Media Inc., purchased Celebrity and Teen Titles from Bauer Media Group

See 53 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: National Enquirer publisher American Media Inc. announced that it has acquired 13 celebrity and teen titles from Bauer Media USA—including In Touch, Life & Style, Closer, J-14, and Teen Boss. In Touch is America’s weekly excursion into the world of celebrity. J-14 covers celebrity news for teens.
buyer: American Media Inc.
American Media, Inc. (AMI) owns and operates the leading print and digital celebrity and active lifestyle media brands in the United States. AMI's titles include National Enquirer, Star, OK!, Us Weekly, Globe, National Examiner, Men's Fitness, Muscle & Fitness, Flex and Muscle & Fitness Hers. "
 seller: Bauer Media Group
The celebrity and teen titles include magazines such as In Touch, Life & Style, Closer, J-14, and Teen Boss. In Touch is America’s weekly excursion into the world of celebrity. Teen Boss is a magazine for young girls with tips on how to make money. J-14 covers celebrity news for teens.
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announced 9/6/2017 via Company Press Release

American Media Inc., will acquire Joe Weider's Olympia Weekend

See 191 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: American Media Inc., the leading publisher of celebrity journalism and health and fitness magazines in the US, will acquire the International Federation of Body Builders Professional League's 50% stake in Mr. Olympia, LLC to become its sole owner. Mr. Olympia, LLC organizes, promotes, and manages Joe Weider's Olympia Weekend, a bodybuilding expo.
buyer: American Media Inc.
American Media, Inc. (AMI) owns and operates the leading print and digital celebrity and active lifestyle media brands in the United States. AMI's titles include National Enquirer, Star, OK!, Us Weekly, Globe, National Examiner, Men's Fitness, Muscle & Fitness, Flex and Muscle & Fitness Hers. "
 target parent: International Federation of Body Builders Professional League
target: Joe Weider's Olympia Weekend
Mr. Olympia, LLC organizes, promotes, and manages Joe Weider's Olympia Weekend, a bodybuilding expo. The expo includes the Mr. Olympia, Fitness Olympia, Figure Olympia, and Bikini Olympia competitions. The expo also includes events such as boxing, karate, bikini model search, wrestling, and more.
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closed 6/30/2017 via PR Newswire

American Media Inc., acquired Men's Journal

See 19 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: American Media, Inc. (AMI), the leading publisher of celebrity journalism and health and fitness magazines in the United States, announced that it has completed the acquisition of Men's Journal, a monthly men's lifestyle magazine, from Wenner Media LLC.
buyer: American Media Inc.
American Media, Inc. (AMI) owns and operates the leading print and digital celebrity and active lifestyle media brands in the US.  AMI's titles include National Enquirer, Star, OK!, Globe, National Examiner, Soap Opera Digest, Men's Fitness, and more.  AMI also manages 10 different digital sites. "
 target parent: Wenner Media LLC
target: Men's Journal
Men's Journal is a monthly men's lifestyle magazine focused on outdoor recreation and comprising editorials on the outdoors, environmental issues, health and fitness, style and fashion, and gear. It was founded in 1992.
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closed 4/25/2017 via PR Newswire

American Media Inc., acquired Us Weekly

See 53 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: American Media, Inc., the leading publisher of celebrity journalism and health and fitness magazines in the US, announced that it has closed on its purchase of Us Weekly from Wenner Media. Us Weekly is a pop culture staple and its audience is greater now than at any time in its history. It ranks as one of the largest magazines in the country.
buyer: American Media Inc.
American Media, Inc. (AMI) owns and operates the leading print and digital celebrity and active lifestyle media brands in the US.  AMI's titles include National Enquirer, Star, OK!, Globe, National Examiner, Soap Opera Digest, Men's Fitness, and more.  AMI also manages 10 different digital sites. "
 target parent: Wenner Media LLC
target: Us Weekly
Us Weekly is a cultural reference point and provides the most timely and current entertainment and lifestyle news through the lens of celebrity to a total audience of more than 50 million young and affluent consumers across its platforms. Us Weekly is one of the largest magazines in the country.
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announced 1/28/2015 via PR Newswire

Meredith Corporation, will acquire Shape Magazine

See 48 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Meredith Corporation, the leading media and marketing company serving more than 100 million unduplicated American women, announced that it has reached an agreement to acquire Shape magazine. Shape magazine covers exercise, beauty, nutrition, health, fashion, wellness, and other lifestyle topics to help women lead a healthier, active lifestyle.
buyer: Meredith Corporation (NYSE:MDP:$2,879.70)
Meredith Corp is the leading media and marketing company serving American women. Meredith combines well-known national brands - including Better Homes and Gardens, Parents, Ladies' Home Journal, Family Circle, Fitness and More - with local television brands in fast growing markets. "
 target parent: American Media Inc.
target: Shape Magazine
Shape magazine covers exercise, beauty, nutrition, health, fashion, wellness, and other lifestyle topics to help women lead a healthier, active lifestyle. It is the category leader and has a median household income of $87,000 and median age of 39, the youngest in the category.
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announced 8/15/2014 via PR Newswire

Chatham, Omega Charitable Partnership, L.P., will acquire American Media Inc.

See 53 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: American Media, Inc. ("AMI") announced that Chatham Asset Management, LLC and Omega Charitable Partnership, L.P. have agreed to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of common stock of AMI. AMI owns and operates the leading print and digital celebrity and active lifestyle media brands in the United States.
buyer: Chatham
buyer: Omega Charitable Partnership, L.P.
Chatham Asset Management is a New Jersey-based hedge fund sponsor. Omega is an employee owned hedge fund sponsor who provides its services to pooled investment vehicles. "
 target: American Media Inc.
American Media, Inc. owns and operates the leading print and digital celebrity and active lifestyle media brands in the United States. AMI's magazines have a combined total circulation of 5.9+ million and reach more than 53 million men and women each month.
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American Media Inc., acquired Soap Opera Digest

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synopsis: David J. Pecker, Chairman, President and CEO of American Media, Inc. announced the acquisition of Soap Opera Digest, the authority for news and information for fans who are devoted to watching soap opera programming. Soap Opera Digest is a weekly magazine that has a circulation of over 200,000 and reaches over 4 million readers per week.
buyer: American Media Inc.
American Media, Inc. owns and operates the leading print and digital celebrity and health and fitness media brands in the United States. AMI's titles include Star, OK!, National Enquirer, Globe, Soap Opera Digest, Shape, Men's Fitness, Muscle & Fitness, Flex, Muscle & Fitness Hers, and more. "
 target parent: Source Interlink Companies, Inc.
target: Soap Opera Digest
Soap Opera Digest is a weekly magazine covering American daytime soap operas. It features onscreen and offscreen news about the series, interviews with and articles about performers, storyline summaries and analysis, and related promotional information.
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closed 6/23/2011 via PR Newswire

American Media Inc., acquired OK! Magazine

See 963 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: American Media, Inc., the leading publisher of celebrity journalism and health and fitness magazines in the United States, announced that it has purchased the U.S. edition of OK! Magazine from Northern & Shell. OK! Magazine was launched in the U.S. in 2005 and quickly established itself in the celebrity weekly category.
buyer: American Media Inc.
American Media, Inc. (AMI) is the leading publisher of celebrity journalism and health and fitness magazines in the U.S. These include Star, Shape, Men's Fitness, Fit Pregnancy, Natural Health, and The National Enquirer. In addition to print properties, AMI manages 14 different web sites. "
 target parent: Northern & Shell Network Ltd.
target: OK! Magazine
Packed with the biggest stories, the best photographs, exclusives and the hottest stars from the world of showbiz and entertainment, OK! magazine and okmagazine.com bring consumers the truth and the inside scoop about celebrities.
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$23
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closed 6/6/2003 via BusinessWire

American Media Inc., purchased license to Men's Fitness En Espanol from Ideas Publishing Group

See 454 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: American Media, Inc. announced today that the company has re-acquired the license to Men's Fitness En Espanol, the Spanish language version of its best selling men's magazine, Men's Fitness, from Ideas Publishing Group (IPG).
buyer parent: Evercore Partners Inc.
buyer: American Media Inc.
American Media, Inc. (AMI) is the leading publishing company in the celebrity journalism and health & fitness categories. In the past 7 years, AMI has grown to become the 4th largest consumer magazine publisher in the country, and #2 in retail magazine sales. "
 seller parent: Advance Publications, Inc.
seller: Ideas Publishing Group
A subsidiary of magazine publisher Condé Nast, Ideas Publishing Group publishes Spanish-language magazines for readers in the US, as well as in Latin America. Its titles include Vogue en Español, Prevention en Español, Teen en Español, and Newsweek en Español.
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closed 1/23/2003 via BusinessWire

American Media Inc., acquired Weider Publications

See 1011 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: American Media, Inc., Evercore Partners and Weider Health and Fitness announced today that they have reached an agreement for AMI and Evercore to acquire Weider Publications, Inc. and its related properties for aggregate consideration of $350 million.
buyer parent: Evercore Partners Inc.
buyer: American Media Inc.
American Media, Inc. (AMI) is the leading publishing company in the celebrity journalism and health & fitness categories. In the past 7 years, AMI has grown to become the 4th largest consumer magazine publisher in the country, and #2 in retail magazine sales. "
 target: Weider Publications
Driven by the fitness industry's most informed sources, the Fitness Online Network offers one of the largest and most diverse health and fitness content databases available on the Web today. Through a diverse network of eight unique health and fitness sites, Fitness Online delivers the vast resourc
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$350
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$148
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closed 9/14/2021 via New York Times

Fox Corporation, acquired TMZ

See 21 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Fox Corporation has acquired celebrity gossip brand TMZ from AT&T’s WarnerMedia. TMZ is a tabloid journalism online newspaper based in Los Angeles, California. The TMZ brand is the most trusted, the most talked about, and the highest quality entertainment news outlet in the world.
buyer parent: The Walt Disney Company
buyer: Fox Corporation (FOXA:$12,437.00)
Fox Corporation produces and distributes compelling news, sports and entertainment content through its iconic domestic brands including: FOX News, FOX Sports, the FOX Network, and the FOX Television Stations. "
 target parent: AT&T
target: TMZ
TMZ is a tabloid journalism online newspaper based in Los Angeles, California. The TMZ brand is the most trusted, the most talked about, and the highest quality entertainment news outlet in the world.
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announced 4/18/2019 via PR Newswire

The Hudson Group, will purchase Newsprint Tabloids from American Media Inc.

See 53 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: American Media, LLC has agreed in principle with James Cohen, the owner and CEO of Hudson Media, for the sale of its newsprint tabloids, including the National Enquirer (US and UK editions), Globe and National Examiner. Over its 92-year history, the National Enquirer has enticed readers in with sensational headlines and photos about celebrities.
buyer parent: Dufry
buyer: The Hudson Group
Hudson Group, a Dufry Company and one of the largest travel retailers in North America, is committed to enhancing the travel experience for over 300,000 travelers every day in the continental US and Canada. The Company is anchored by its iconic Hudson, Hudson News and Hudson Bookseller brands. "
 seller: American Media Inc.
The Newsprint Tabloids include the National Enquirer (US and UK editions), Globe and National Examiner. Over its 92-year history, the National Enquirer has enticed readers in supermarket checkout lines with sensational headlines and photos about celebrities.
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closed 6/27/2018 via BNC Analysis

American Media Inc., purchased Celebrity and Teen Titles from Bauer Media Group

See 53 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: National Enquirer publisher American Media Inc. announced that it has acquired 13 celebrity and teen titles from Bauer Media USA—including In Touch, Life & Style, Closer, J-14, and Teen Boss. In Touch is America’s weekly excursion into the world of celebrity. J-14 covers celebrity news for teens.
buyer: American Media Inc.
American Media, Inc. (AMI) owns and operates the leading print and digital celebrity and active lifestyle media brands in the United States. AMI's titles include National Enquirer, Star, OK!, Us Weekly, Globe, National Examiner, Men's Fitness, Muscle & Fitness, Flex and Muscle & Fitness Hers. "
 seller: Bauer Media Group
The celebrity and teen titles include magazines such as In Touch, Life & Style, Closer, J-14, and Teen Boss. In Touch is America’s weekly excursion into the world of celebrity. Teen Boss is a magazine for young girls with tips on how to make money. J-14 covers celebrity news for teens.
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closed 4/25/2017 via PR Newswire

American Media Inc., acquired Us Weekly

See 53 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: American Media, Inc., the leading publisher of celebrity journalism and health and fitness magazines in the US, announced that it has closed on its purchase of Us Weekly from Wenner Media. Us Weekly is a pop culture staple and its audience is greater now than at any time in its history. It ranks as one of the largest magazines in the country.
buyer: American Media Inc.
American Media, Inc. (AMI) owns and operates the leading print and digital celebrity and active lifestyle media brands in the US.  AMI's titles include National Enquirer, Star, OK!, Globe, National Examiner, Soap Opera Digest, Men's Fitness, and more.  AMI also manages 10 different digital sites. "
 target parent: Wenner Media LLC
target: Us Weekly
Us Weekly is a cultural reference point and provides the most timely and current entertainment and lifestyle news through the lens of celebrity to a total audience of more than 50 million young and affluent consumers across its platforms. Us Weekly is one of the largest magazines in the country.
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announced 8/15/2014 via PR Newswire

Chatham, Omega Charitable Partnership, L.P., will acquire American Media Inc.

See 53 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: American Media, Inc. ("AMI") announced that Chatham Asset Management, LLC and Omega Charitable Partnership, L.P. have agreed to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of common stock of AMI. AMI owns and operates the leading print and digital celebrity and active lifestyle media brands in the United States.
buyer: Chatham
buyer: Omega Charitable Partnership, L.P.
Chatham Asset Management is a New Jersey-based hedge fund sponsor. Omega is an employee owned hedge fund sponsor who provides its services to pooled investment vehicles. "
 target: American Media Inc.
American Media, Inc. owns and operates the leading print and digital celebrity and active lifestyle media brands in the United States. AMI's magazines have a combined total circulation of 5.9+ million and reach more than 53 million men and women each month.
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closed 5/8/2014 via Company Press Release

Oyster Magazine merged with Inception Digital,

See 1051 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Oyster Magazine, an international fashion, beauty and pop culture title, is set to expand its global audience after announcing it has merged with innovative Australian digital agency, Inception Digital. Inception Digital is one of Australia’s leading digital media companies.
buyer: Inception Digital
Inception Digital is one of Australia’s leading digital media companies. Whether it’s display advertising, social media strategy and management, blogger outreach or content creation, Inception Digital has the solution to connect clients to their wide range of premium and influential audiences. "
 target: Oyster Magazine
Oyster is an international fashion, beauty, music and pop culture title with offices in New York, Paris and Sydney. Oyster is published biannually and distributed globally.
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closed 5/1/2014 via PR Newswire

Hutch Media, acquired RumorFix.com

See 21 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Online magazine publishing company Hutch Media acquired the anti-tabloid entertainment website RumorFix.com. In addition to being the go-to place for celebrities to "fix" incorrect rumors, RumorFix is known for its exclusive content in the celebrity news space.
buyer: Hutch Media
Hutch Media is an online magazine publishing company that produces Internet TV programming, webisodes and editorial around specific content themes, reaching over 200MM pageviews per month. "
 target: RumorFix.com
RumorFix is billed as the anti-tabloid that delivers the real story behind celebrity rumors and sets the record straight. The site generates millions of pageviews per month and has gained the respect of pop culture fanatics, celebrities, managers, agents and publicists.
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closed 4/14/2021 via Company Press Release

Keleops Media AG, acquired Journal du Geek

See 54 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Swiss-based media company Keleops AG announced the completion of the acquisition of Just Digital Group Media SAS, which operates the news website JournalduGeek.com. Founded in 2004 by Anh Phan, “Journal du Geek” is an iconic French brand, renowned for its coverage of technology and pop culture news.
buyer: Keleops Media AG
Keleops AG is an independent high-tech media group with nearly 10 million unique visitors and more than 30 million page views per month (Médiamétrie, Nov. 2020). Keleops brings together a loyal audience around strong brands including Presse-citron and iPhon. "
 target: Journal du Geek
Founded in 2004 by Anh Phan, “Journal du Geek” is an iconic French brand, renowned for its coverage of technology and pop culture news. Every day, a large selection of high-tech, video game and culture content is published on journaldugeek.com and on social networks.
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closed 3/24/2022 via GlobeNewswire

Future plc, acquired WhatCulture

See 2715 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Future Plc, the global platform for specialist media, has acquired WhatCulture, an online entertainment news website and magazine. The site offers news in the field of professional wrestling, television, films, video games, and board games.
buyer: Future plc (LSE:FUTR:$606.80)
Based in the UK, Future plc is an international media group and leading digital publisher. The Group operates two separately managed brand-led divisions: Media and Magazine. The Magazine division is brand-led while the Media division focuses on being at the forefront of digital innovation. "
 target: WhatCulture
Founded in 2006, WhatCulture is an online entertainment news website and magazine. The site offers news in the field of professional wrestling, television, films, video games, and board games.
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announced 12/14/2020 via BusinessWire

Vivendi SA, will acquire Prisma Media

See 2271 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Vivendi has entered into exclusive negotiations with Gruner + Jahr/Bertelsmann to acquire 100% of Prisma Media. Prisma Media is France’s number one press publishing group, in print and digital, with 20 key leading magazine brands, from Femme Actuelle to GEO, as well as Capital, Gala and Télé-Loisirs.
buyer: Vivendi SA (ENXTPA:VIV:$10,531.41)
Vivendi is an integrated media, content and communications group. The company operates businesses throughout the media value chain, from talent discovery to the creation, production and distribution of content. "
 target parent: Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA
target: Prisma Media
Prisma Media is France’s number one press publishing group, in print and digital, with 20 key leading magazine brands, from Femme Actuelle to GEO, as well as Capital, Gala and Télé-Loisirs.
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announced 7/23/2020 via BNC Analysis

Reach plc, will acquire Irish Daily Star

See 872 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Reach plc, the largest commercial national and regional news publisher in the UK, will acquire the Irish Daily Star from Independent News & Media, the leading newspaper and online publisher in Ireland. The Irish Daily Star is a daily tabloid newspaper in Ireland. The Irish Daily Star is focused on celebrity content and Irish issues and sport.
buyer: Reach plc (LSE:TNI:$905.13)
Reach plc is the largest commercial national and regional news publisher in the UK, producing and distributing content through newspapers, magazines and digital platforms. Their influential and iconic brands include the Daily Mirror, Daily Express, Sunday People, Daily Record and more. "
 target parent: Mediahuis NV
target: Irish Daily Star
The Irish Daily Star is a daily tabloid newspaper in Ireland. The Irish Daily Star is focused on celebrity content and Irish issues and sport. It features the best news, sport, showbiz, music and entertainment coverage six days a week.
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announced 9/25/2019 via New York Times

Vox Media, Inc., will acquire New York Media

See 2271 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Vox Media, one of the fastest growing media companies, combining the best content, technology, and distribution capabilities, will acquired New York Media, a media company that publishes beloved and influential brands, including the groundbreaking magazine New York, which is published biweekly in print and, digitally.
buyer: Vox Media, Inc.
Vox Media, Inc. is one of the fastest growing media companies, combining the best content, technology, and distribution capabilities to connect with an audience of 150mm people each month who rely on them for a modern, intelligent take on the world around them. "
 target parent: New York Media Holdings, LLC
target: New York Media
New York Media obsessively chronicles the ideas, people, and cultural events that are forever reshaping the world. They publish beloved and influential brands, including the groundbreaking magazine New York, which is published biweekly in print and, digitally.
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closed 6/30/2019 via BNC Analysis

Fundudzi Media, acquired Sunday World

See 932 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Fundudzi Media, a South African company that owns and operates newspapers, has acquired Sunday World from Tiso Blackstar Group, a South African media company. Sunday World is a tabloid-format newspaper in South Africa. Sunday World is published weekly and offers an upbeat approach to both news and entertainment.
buyer: Fundudzi Media
Fundudzi Media is a South African company that owns and operates newspapers. Fundudzi Media is owned by businessman David Mabilu. "
 target parent: Tiso Blackstar Group
target: Sunday World
Sunday World is a tabloid-format newspaper in South Africa. Sunday World is published weekly and offers an upbeat approach to both news and entertainment. It is known for racy infotainment, celebrities, sport and gossip and specialist pages on fashion, beauty, health, motoring and money.
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closed 1/4/2019 via BNC Analysis

PWxyz LLC, acquired The Millions

See 1695 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: PWxyz, parent company of Publishers Weekly, has acquired the online magazine the Millions, an online magazine offering coverage on books, arts, and culture. The Millions has been featured on NPR and noted by The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, and The Village Voice, among others.
buyer: PWxyz LLC
PWxyz LLC is a digital media assets company based in New York and the parent company of Publishers Weekly, its signature brand. PWxyz’s joint ventures include BookWorks, a global community for self-published authors and the professionals and companies who serve them. "
 target: The Millions
The Millions is an online magazine offering coverage on books, arts, and culture. The Millions has been featured on NPR and noted by The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, and The Village Voice, among others.
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announced 1/3/2019 via BNC Analysis

Yedioth Aharonot Group, will acquire Yedioth Aharonot Group

See 2284 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Arnon Mozes, the publisher of the Yedioth Ahronoth daily newspaper in Israel, will acquire Bank Hapoalim's 34% stake in Yedioth Ahronoth Group, increasing his stake to 58%. Bank Hapoalim is Israel’s largest bank. Yedioth Ahronoth Group is Israel's top multimedia group. The group publishes the Yedioth Ahronoth newspaper and several magazines.
buyer: Yedioth Aharonot Group
Yedioth Ahronoth Group is Israel's top multimedia group. Yedioth Ahronoth is Israel's leading daily newspaper. The paper provides readers with a variety of different points of view, articles, op-ed, and investigate reporting. The group also publishes several lifestyle and entertainment magazines. "
 target parent: Bank Hapoalim B.M.
target: Yedioth Aharonot Group
Yedioth Ahronoth Group is Israel's top multimedia group. Yedioth Ahronoth is Israel's leading daily newspaper. The paper provides readers with a variety of different points of view, articles, op-ed, and investigate reporting. The group also publishes several lifestyle and entertainment magazines.
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$80*
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announced 3/29/2018 via BusinessWire

Maven Inc., will acquire SAY Media, Inc.

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synopsis: Maven announced it has signed a letter of intent to acquire Say Media, a company that is defining the digital magazine through a portfolio of influential brands and a next-generation publishing platform called Tempest that caters to the needs of both modern storytellers and marketers.
buyer: Maven Inc. (OTCPK:MVEN:$170.37)
Maven is a coalition of mavens operating on a single digital publishing, advertising and distribution platform, unified under a single media brand. Based in Seattle, Maven is publicly traded under the ticker symbol MVEN. "
 target: SAY Media, Inc.
Say Media is defining the digital magazine through a portfolio of influential brands and a next-generation publishing platform called Tempest that caters to the needs of both modern storytellers and marketers.
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$13
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closed 3/19/2018 via PR Newswire

Epiris LLP, acquired Time Inc. UK

See 2271 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Epiris LLP, a UK private equity firm, has acquired Time Inc. UK from Meredith Corporation, a leading media and marketing services company. Time Inc. UK is Britain’s leading publisher of print and digital magazine content. Their portfolio encompasses more than 50 well-known brands, including Country Life, What's on TV, Woman's Weekly and Wallpaper*.
buyer: Epiris LLP
Epiris LLP is a top-decile private equity firm in the UK that invests in opportunities to transform businesses in partnership with exceptional management teams. Epiris targets control positions in UK-centric businesses with an enterprise value of between £75 million and £500 million. "
 target parent: Meredith Corporation
target: Time Inc. UK
Time Inc. UK is Britain’s leading publisher of print and digital magazine content. With more than 50 iconic brands – including Decanter, Country Life, Horse & Hound – Time Inc. UK creates content for multiple platforms, across print, online, mobile, tablets and experiences.
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closed 1/17/2018 via Company Press Release

North Forty News, acquired Scene Magazine LLC

See 2332 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: North Forty News has acquired Fort Collins based Scene Magazine. Since its founding 30 years ago, Scene Magazine has become the premiere entertainment & lifestyle publication in Northern Colorado. It is the #1 source for music, arts and entertainment news in the region.
buyer: North Forty News
Founded in 1993, the North Forty News is a monthly newspaper and daily hyperlocal website. The North Forty News Coverage area includes all towns and cities North of Longmont to the Wyoming state line, West to the continental divide, and East to Greeley. "
 target: Scene Magazine LLC
Since its founding 30 years ago, Scene Magazine has become the premiere entertainment & lifestyle publication in Northern Colorado. It is the #1 source for music, arts and entertainment news in the region.
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closed 12/20/2017 via New York Times

Penske Media Corporation, acquired Wenner Media LLC

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synopsis: Penske Media Corporation has acquired a controlling stake in Wenner Media, the publisher of the famed Rolling Stone magazine, the companies announced. Jann S. Wenner, the co-founder of Rolling Stone, will stay on at Wenner Media as its editorial director.
buyer: Penske Media Corporation
Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading digital media and information services company. Their dynamic events, data services, and rich content entertain and educate fashion, retail, beauty, entertainment and lifestyle sectors. "
 target: Wenner Media LLC
Wenner Media is the publisher of Rolling Stone and Glixel brands. As the leading authority in music, entertainment, celebrity and pop culture, their iconic brands attract the most passionate talent in the marketplace. They are a dynamic organization of innovative and dedicated professionals.
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closed 7/10/2017 via PR Newswire

Penthouse Global Media Inc., acquired OMNI

See 2352 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Penthouse Global Media has announced the acquisition of OMNI magazine, the much-adored science and science fiction magazine with roots dating back to the late 1970s. OMNI is the intersection of science, technology, art, culture, design, and metaphysics.
buyer: Penthouse Global Media Inc.
Penthouse Global Media, Inc. publishes adult lifestyle content in print, broadcast and online platforms, including the iconic Penthouse magazine, founded in 1965 by legendary publisher Bob Guccione. The company was formed and acquired the Penthouse assets in February 2016. "
 target: OMNI
OMNI is the intersection of science, technology, art, culture, design, and metaphysics. Inspired by the archives of the classic OMNI magazine, ­a free-rolling resource in a terrifying, wonderful, metamorphosing world. A true glimpse into the future.
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Ticker: NGM:GTG MTF
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Gold Town Games AB
Gold Town Games AB is a game development company based in Skelleftea, Sweden. The company consists of a group of people with solid experience in the free-to-play format for mobile games. The company focuses on sports management games for the two largest mobile platforms iOS and Android.
year
2021
rev ($mm)
$1.89
EBITDA ($mm)
$0.63
EBIT ($mm)
($0.09)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
18
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Ticker: CNSX:EPY
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ePlay Digital Inc.
ePlay Digital Inc.
ePlay Digital Inc. is a mobile game creator and publisher specializing in sports, eSports and entertainment augmented reality titles, including their new augmented reality running app, Klocked.me, flagship title Big Shot Basketball and Howie Mandel mobile game collaboration - HowiesGames.com.
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$0.04
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
($0.47)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
0
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Ticker: CNSX:FANS
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
FansUnite Media, Inc
FansUnite is a sports and entertainment company, focusing on technology related to regulated and lawful online gaming and other related products. The principal business is operating the FansUnite Sportsbook and the website of McBookie Limited, offering online gaming services to the UK market.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
($2.05)
EBIT ($mm)
($2.11)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
0
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Ticker: OTCPK:BMTM
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Bright Mountain Acquisition Corporation
Bright Mountain Acquisition Corporation
Bright Mountain Acquisition Corporation is dedicated to providing “those that keep us safe” places to go online where they can do everything from stay current on news and events affecting them to look for jobs, share information, communicate with the public and more.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$7.00
EBITDA ($mm)
($2.94)
EBIT ($mm)
($3.64)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
14
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