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CD&R and Permira Acquire Exclusive Networks

On July 24, 2024, private equity firms CD&R and Permira acquired information technology company Exclusive Networks for 2.2B EUR

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is CD&R’s 3rd and Permira’s 12th transaction in the Information Technology sector.
  • This is CD&R’s 16th and Permira’s 17th largest (disclosed) transaction.
  • This is CD&R’s 6th and Permira’s 7th transaction in France.

M&A Deal Summary
Date 2024-07-24
Target Exclusive Networks
Sector Information Technology
Buyer(s) CD&R
Permira
Deal Type Going Private
Deal Value 2.2B EUR
Advisor(s) Clifford Chance (Legal)

Target

Exclusive Networks

Boulogne-Billancourt, France
Exclusive Networks is an independent value-added distributor (VAD) for the EMEA region, specialising in the marketing of solutions for businesses in the areas of cybersecurity, data centres and associated value-added services. Exclusive Networks was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Boulogne-Billancourt, France.

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Buyer(S) 2

Buyer

CD&R

New York, New York, United States

Investor Investor Investor Investor

Category Private Equity Firm
Founded 1978
PE ASSETS 30.0B USD
Size Mega
Type Sector Agnostic
DESCRIPTION

Clayton, Dubilier & Rice LLC (CD&R) is a large private equity firm that targets non-core divestitures of large corporations, growth equity financings, traditional buyouts, and corporate/family partnerships. CD&R looks for opportunities in North America, Western Europe, and Asia and will consider businesses in a wide range of sectors including consumer/retail, healthcare, industrials, and services. Prospective companies generally lead their respective markets, have stable cash flows, and possess competitive advantages through differentiated products, services, or processes. CD&R was formed in 1978 and has offices in New York City and London.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 92 of 93
Sector (Information Technology) 3 of 3
Type (Going Private) 12 of 13
Country (France) 6 of 6
Year (2024) 4 of 5
Size (of disclosed) 16 of 35
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2024-04-02 Presidio

New York, New York, United States

Presidio is a technology services and solutions provider that builds traditional IT foundations and offers deep expertise in automation, security, networking, digital transformation, and cloud computing, It develops custom applications, provides managed services, enables actionable data insights, and builds forward-thinking solutions that drive extraordinary outcomes for customers globally. Presidio was founded in 2003 and is based in New York City.

Buy -
FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2024-08-01 R1 RCM

Murray, Utah, United States

R1 RCM is a provider of services and technology to healthcare providers. The Company helps clients strengthen their financial stability and deliver better care at a more affordable cost to the communities they serve, increasing healthcare access for all. R1 RCM was founded in 2003 and is based in Murray, Utah.

Buy $8.9B
Buyer

Permira

London, United Kingdom

Category Private Equity Firm
Founded 1985
PE ASSETS 75.0B EUR
Size Mega
Type Sector Agnostic
DESCRIPTION

Permira is a mega-sized private equity firm that targets large company investments around the world. Permira invests to support acquisitions, leveraged buyouts, take-privates, turnarounds, and growth buyouts. Areas of interest include healthcare, financial services, chemicals, consumer products and services, industrial products and services, technology, media, and telecom. Permira will consider opportunities in Europe, Asia, and North America. Permira was formed in 1985 and has offices in Menlo Park, Frankfurt, Luxembourg, London, Hong Kong, Madrid, Milan, Paris, Stockholm, Tokyo, Guernsey and New York City.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 161 of 162
Sector (Information Technology) 12 of 12
Type (Going Private) 16 of 16
Country (France) 7 of 7
Year (2024) 4 of 4
Size (of disclosed) 17 of 62
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2024-06-06 PharmaCord

Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States

PharmaCord is a pharma services company that serves as a commercialization partner for life sciences organizations to enhance the patient experience. The company's comprehensive solutions support the patient journey for specialty medications through a range of services that raise awareness, facilitate access to treatment, improve affordability, and promote therapy adherence. PharmaCord is based in Jeffersonville, Indiana.

Buy -
FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2025-01-16 mParticle

New York, New York, United States

mParticle is the customer data platform for every screen. Sophisticated marketers at companies including Starwood, NBC Universal, Spotify, and Airbnb use mParticle to integrate and orchestrate their entire growth stack, enabling them to win in key moments of the customer journey. mParticle was founded in 2012 and is based in New York City.

Sell $300M
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