M&A Deal Summary

NXMH and Cathay Capital Private Equity Acquire Moose Knuckles

On June 1, 2019, private equity firms NXMH and Cathay Capital Private Equity acquired apparel/textiles company Moose Knuckles

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is NXMH’s 1st and Cathay Capital Private Equity’s 2nd transaction in the Apparel/Textiles sector.
  • This is NXMH’s 1st and Cathay Capital Private Equity’s 1st transaction in Canada.
  • This is NXMH’s 1st and Cathay Capital Private Equity’s 1st transaction in Quebec.

M&A Deal Summary

Date 2019-06-01
Target Moose Knuckles
Sector Apparel/Textiles
Buyer(s) NXMH
Cathay Capital Private Equity
Deal Type Buyout (LBO, MBO, MBI)

Target

Moose Knuckles

Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Moose Knuckles is a manufacturer of outerwear, sportswear and accessories for women, men and kids. Moose Knuckles is based in Montreal, Quebec.

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Buyer(S) 2

Buyer

NXMH

Investor Investor Investor


Category Private Equity Firm
Founded 2011
PE ASSETS 3.0B EUR
Size Large
Type Sector Agnostic
DESCRIPTION

NXMH is a private investment group focused on acquiring majority interests in profitable companies in the consumer and cryptocurrency sectors. The Firm looks to commit €50 to €200 million per transaction and will consider opportunities throughout Europe. NXMH prefers businesses with strong, established brands and asset-light business models. NXMH was formed in 2011 and is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium.


DEAL STATS #
Overall 5 of 6
Sector (Apparel/Textiles) 1 of 1
Type (Buyout (LBO, MBO, MBI)) 3 of 3
State (Quebec) 1 of 1
Country (Canada) 1 of 1
Year (2019) 2 of 2
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2019-01-01 PAIKKA

Vantaa, Finland

PAIKKA creates premium, human-grade outdoor and home items for dogs. For every season, every stage of life and every day. PAIKKA is based in Vantaa, Finland.

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FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2021-07-29 Whitebridge Pet Brands

Chesterfield, Missouri, United States

Whitebridge Pet Brands is a provider of natural, wholesome, and minimally processed food and treats for dogs and cats. The Company’s family of brands – Cloud Star, Buddy Biscuits, Wag More Bark Less, Tiki Cat, Tiki Dog, Dogswell, and Nutrisca are sold through a variety of retailers across the U.S. and Canada. Whitebridge Pet Brands is based in Chesterfield, Missouri.

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Buyer

Cathay Capital Private Equity

Paris, France

Investor Investor Investor Investor Investor


Category Private Equity Firm
Founded 2006
PE ASSETS 5.0B EUR
Size Mega
Type Sector Agnostic
DESCRIPTION

Cathay Capital Private Equity SAS is a French Chinese private equity firm focused on acquiring businesses in France, Hong Kong, and China. Cathay looks to help Western companies leverage opportunities in China and help Chinese companies leverage Western best practices and partnerships. The Firm looks to invest in businesses generating €5 to €150 million in revenues. Areas of interest include retail, consumer goods, electrical equipment, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, animal healthcare, translation, food, consumer services, and software. Cathay Capital Private Equity SAS was formed in 2007 and is based in Paris. The firm has additional offices in New York and Shanghai.


DEAL STATS #
Overall 73 of 100
Sector (Apparel/Textiles) 2 of 2
Type (Buyout (LBO, MBO, MBI)) 21 of 21
State (Quebec) 1 of 1
Country (Canada) 1 of 1
Year (2019) 4 of 12
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2019-05-01 YIQI Exchange

Suzhou, China

YIQI Exchange is an electric bicycle charging solution and battery swapping service operator in China. YIQI Exchange was founded in 2015 and is based in Suzhou, China.

Buy -
FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2019-07-30 medifa

Finnentrop, Germany

medifa is an owner-run and internationally active complete solution provider in medical technology. The product and service portfolio covers all operating room requirements including modular wall, door, ceiling, and cabinet systems (RooSy Room Systems) for the turnkey operating room; operating tables, table accessories, and operating lights. medifa is based in Finnentrop, Germany.

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