M&A Deal Summary

Stern Partners Acquires OUTtv

On December 1, 2016, private equity firm Stern Partners acquired media company OUTtv

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Stern Partners’ 1st transaction in the Media sector.
  • This is Stern Partners’ 12th transaction in Canada.
  • This is Stern Partners’ 9th transaction in British Columbia.

M&A Deal Summary
Date 2016-12-01
Target OUTtv
Sector Media
Buyer(s) Stern Partners
Deal Type Buyout (LBO, MBO, MBI)

Target

OUTtv

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
OUTtv is a Canadian national LGBTQ television network, offering a mix of drama, lifestyle, comedy, talk and award-winning movies that appeals to both the LGBTQ community and a broader progressive audience. Its original programming has been broadcast in the US, Europe and in other countries around the world. OUTtv was founded in 2001 and is based in Vancouver. British Columbia.

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Buyer(S) 1

Buyer

Stern Partners

Category Private Equity Firm
Size Large
Type Sector Agnostic
DESCRIPTION

Stern Partners is a diversified holding and investment firm focused on opportunities in Canada and the Western US. The Firm does not have any sector preferences but has experience in manufacturing, publishing, distribution, retail, and services. Stern will consider investing in a variety of securities, including equity, convertible securities, debentures, mezzanine and other investments. Prospective transaction situations include recapitalizations, divestitures, growth capital financings, special situations, take privates, and buyouts. Stern Partners is based in Vancouver, British Columbia.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 13 of 15
Sector (Media) 1 of 1
Type (Buyout (LBO, MBO, MBI)) 6 of 8
State (British Columbia) 9 of 10
Country (Canada) 12 of 14
Year (2016) 4 of 4
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DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
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Xibita is an innovator in manufacturing unique, effective trade show exhibits and banner stands. Xibita also offers large complex custom exhibits and kiosks to meet a growing demand for several Fortune 500 companies. Xibita is based in Richmond, British Columbia.

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