illion Australia Pty Ltd
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illion Australia Pty Ltd - overview
Established
1841
Location
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Primary Industry
Software
About
Based in Australia, illion Australia Pty Ltd specializes in providing data and analytical solutions that help clients manage credit decisions and risks effectively across various sectors in Australia and New Zealand. illion Australia Pty Ltd is a data analytics firm that primarily focuses on credit reporting and risk management services. Founded in 1841 and headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, the company has undergone significant changes in its ownership structure, including a recent acquisition by Macquarie Capital from Archer Capital in November 2020 for approximately AUD 260 million. The company has raised a total of AUD 820.
00 mn, with the most recent funding round being a TRADE SALE on November 22, 2020. Lauren Burnside currently serves as the CEO. illion Australia provides a comprehensive suite of data and analytical tools designed to empower clients in making informed credit decisions and managing risk effectively. The company’s core offerings include consumer credit reports, identity verification solutions, fraud detection services, and advanced data analytics tailored for individual consumers and businesses.
Their clients range from financial institutions and retailers to government agencies, with solutions aimed at enhancing understanding of customer financial health and minimizing lending and fraud risks. illion generates revenue through a structured model that includes subscriptions and partnerships with clients, primarily in the B2B sector. The company has ongoing contracts with banks, credit unions, and other financial services firms for credit reporting and fraud detection services, with revenue derived from service fees for credit reports, identity protection, and data analytics. Pricing plans are customized based on client needs, allowing illion to effectively serve diverse operational requirements while maintaining strong revenue streams from data solutions and analytics.
illion’s future growth strategy includes launching new products designed to enhance their service offerings, with additional details expected to be revealed in the upcoming quarters. The company is also focusing on expanding its market presence in targeted regions across Australia and New Zealand, by the end of 2023. The recent funding from the TRADE SALE will be utilized to support these initiatives, ensuring that illion continues to meet the evolving needs of its clientele and captures new market opportunities.
Current Investors
Archer Capital
Primary Industry
Software
Sub Industries
e-Financial, Accounting/Finance Software, Analytics & Performance Software
Website
www.illion.com.au
Verticals
Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Amount Raised
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illion Australia Pty Ltd - 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trade Sale | Completed | illion Australia Pty Ltd | - | ||||||||
| Secondary Buyout | Completed | illion Australia Pty Ltd | - | ||||||||
| Corporate Carve Out | Completed | illion Australia Pty Ltd | - | ||||||||
| Trade Sale | Completed | illion Australia Pty Ltd | - | ||||||||
| Secondary Buyout | Completed | illion Australia Pty Ltd | - |
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