Companhia Providencia Industria e Comercio
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Companhia Providencia Industria e Comercio - overview
Established
1963
Location
Parana, -, Brazil
Primary Industry
Materials
About
Companhia Providencia Industria e Comercio is a Brazilian company specializing in the sale of premium domain names, aimed at enhancing online presence for businesses across various sectors. Founded in 1963 in Parana, Brazil, Companhia Providencia Industria e Comercio operates in the digital domain market, providing businesses with valuable online assets. The company was previously acquired by AVINTIV in January 2014 for BRL 555. 9 million, signifying a strategic pivot to expand its operations in Brazil and North America.
The founder, Camilo Restrepo, has a history of entrepreneurship, contributing his expertise to the company's development. In total, the company has engaged in 4 deals since its inception, with the most recent deal occurring in early 2014, marking a significant turning point for its business strategy. Companhia Providencia Industria e Comercio specializes in the sale of premium domain names, which are essential for businesses looking to establish a strong online identity. Their offerings include a diverse range of unique and memorable domain names, crucial for effective branding and client engagement.
The company primarily serves small to medium enterprises and startups, focusing on the Brazilian and Latin American markets, thereby addressing the increasing demand for quality digital assets in these regions. In 2020, the revenue for Companhia Providencia Industria e Comercio reached BRL 182,541,108. 4, while the EBITDA for the same year amounted to BRL 41,124,197. The company generates income through the direct sale of domain names, with pricing that reflects the exclusivity of each domain, ranging from BRL 700.
00 to BRL 2,900. 00 based on demand and perceived value. Looking ahead, Companhia Providencia Industria e Comercio is focused on expanding its portfolio of premium domain names and enhancing its market presence in Brazil and across Latin America. The recent acquisition by AVINTIV will facilitate this growth by leveraging the resources and networks of the larger entity, particularly aimed at bolstering capabilities in North America.
The company plans to introduce new domain offerings that are currently in development, with specific release strategies to align with market trends. The funding received from the acquisition is expected to play a critical role in supporting these initiatives, enabling the company to establish a stronger foothold in the competitive digital marketplace.
Primary Industry
Materials
Sub Industries
Rubber & Plastics
Website
www.providencia.com.br
Verticals
Manufacturing
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Amount Raised
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Companhia Providencia Industria e Comercio - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Add-on, Trade Sale | Completed | Companhia Providencia Industria e Comercio | - | ||||||||
| Buyout | Completed | Companhia Providencia Industria e Comercio | - |
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