M&A Deal Summary |
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|---|---|
| Date | 2014-01-03 |
| Target | Merlin Media |
| Sector | Media |
| Buyer(s) | Cumulus Media |
| Sellers(s) | GTCR |
| Deal Type | Add-on Acquisition |
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| Category | Company |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2002 |
| Sector | Media |
| Employees | 2,464 |
| Revenue | 845M USD (2023) |
Cumulus Media is an owner and operator of AM and FM radio stations in the United States. Cumulus Media was incorporated in 2002 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
| DEAL STATS | # |
|---|---|
| Overall | 5 of 6 |
| Sector (Media) | 4 of 5 |
| Type (Add-on Acquisition) | 5 of 6 |
| State (Kentucky) | 1 of 1 |
| Country (United States) | 5 of 6 |
| Year (2014) | 1 of 1 |
| DATE | TARGET | DEAL TYPE | VALUE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-08-30 |
DialGlobal
New York, New York, United States Dial Global is a national audio media company in the U.S., delivering compelling, engaging, and fully-integrated audio content to over 8,500+ radio stations and digital media companies. Dial Global's portfolio of iconic media, sports and entertainment brands, combined with some of the most recognized live events in the world, provide strong and unique brand engagement to over 225 million consumers each week. |
Buy | $260M |
| DATE | TARGET | DEAL TYPE | VALUE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-04-03 |
WKQX-FM
United States WKQX-FM 101.1 has served the greater Chicago metropolitan area since 1977, offering, over the years, a range of modern, alternative, hard and classic rock from the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s. Today, the station not only provides Chicagoans the best alternative rock programming but it also brings fans closer to the music through unique and innovative experiences, ranging from exclusive, up-close performances in the Sound Lounge to the “Bad Ass 48” – a once in a lifetime opportunity for a fan to spend 48 hours straight with their favorite artist. |
Buy | - |
| Category | Private Equity Firm |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1980 |
| PE ASSETS | 15.0B USD |
| Size | Mega |
| Type | Sector Agnostic |
GTCR is a private equity firm that typically partners with management when pursuing acquisitions. The Firm looks to grow companies through build-on acquisitions, consolidations, and internal growth. GTCR will consider both equity and mezzanine capital commitments and concentrates its investment activity in consumer products & services, healthcare services, outsourced business services, technology, transaction processing, and pharma/medical products. GTCR was formed in 1980 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.
| DEAL STATS | # |
|---|---|
| Overall | 42 of 85 |
| Sector (Media) | 2 of 2 |
| Type (Add-on Acquisition) | 23 of 41 |
| State (Kentucky) | 2 of 2 |
| Country (United States) | 42 of 82 |
| Year (2014) | 1 of 6 |
| DATE | TARGET | DEAL TYPE | VALUE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-10-09 |
Six3 Systems
McLean, Virginia, United States Six3 Systems is a high-end national security and defense intelligence services provider focused on developing and acquiring specialized capabilities that cater to the Intelligence Community, Department of Defense and civilian agencies. Six3 Systems is primarily focused on opportunities involving biometrics, advanced data interpretation and analysis, cybersecurity, and intelligence / counterintelligence operations, training and support. |
Sell | $820M |
| DATE | TARGET | DEAL TYPE | VALUE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014-02-17 |
Callcredit Information Group
Leeds, United Kingdom Callcredit Information Group Ltd. is a provider of consumer data solutions, software and analytics. Callcredit provides the data, analytics, and software that enable businesses to build more valuable customer relationships. Callcredit Information Group Ltd. was established in 2000 and is based in Leeds, United Kingdom. |
Buy | - |
