M&A Deal Summary

KarpReilly Acquires XS Cargo Limited Partnership

On May 26, 2011, private equity firm KarpReilly acquired retailer XS Cargo Limited Partnership

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is KarpReilly’s 3rd transaction in the Retail sector.
  • This is KarpReilly’s 2nd transaction in Canada.
  • This is KarpReilly’s 1st transaction in Alberta.

M&A Deal Summary
Date 2011-05-26
Target XS Cargo Limited Partnership
Sector Retail
Buyer(s) KarpReilly
Deal Type Buyout (LBO, MBO, MBI)

Target

XS Cargo Limited Partnership

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
XS Cargo Limited Partnership is a canadian discount retailer of consumer electronics, small appliances, housewares, furniture, personal care, luggage and tools at deep discounts – generally 40%-80% off retail prices.

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Buyer(S) 1

Buyer

KarpReilly

Greenwich, Connecticut, United States
Category Private Equity Firm
Founded 2007
PE ASSETS 500M USD
Size Middle-Market
Type Sector Agnostic
DESCRIPTION

KarpReilly is a private equity firm focused on partnering with small to mid-size growth companies across a broad range of industries. The Firm looks to commit $10 to $25 million of equity capital per investment. Sectors of interest include building materials, business services, consumer brands, healthcare services, retail, and restaurants. KarpReilly will consider both minority or majority investment positions in transactions that include growth financings, management buyouts, acquisition financings, and recapitalizations. KarpReilly was formed in 2007 and is headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 13 of 24
Sector (Retail) 3 of 4
Type (Buyout (LBO, MBO, MBI)) 7 of 10
State (Alberta) 1 of 1
Country (Canada) 2 of 2
Year (2011) 2 of 2
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2011-04-18 Burger Lounge

La Jolla, California, United States

Burger Lounge is a fast-casual dining concept offering award-winning grass-fed beef burgers, salads, and other premium offerings in an appealing, contemporary setting. Burger Lounge is based in La Jolla, California.

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FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2012-09-10 KeVita

Ventura, California, United States

KeVita, Inc. is a manufacturer and marketer of ready-to-drink, sparkling probiotic beverages.

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