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Liabel - overview
Established
1851
Location
Biella, -, Italy
Primary Industry
Consumer Products
About
Liabel is a company specializing in the production and distribution of intimate apparel and loungewear, focusing on quality and comfort across a diverse range of products for men, women, and children. Founded in 1851 and headquartered in Biella, Italy, Liabel is engaged in producing intimate apparel. The company was acquired by Eminence, a portfolio company of 21 Partners and Orium, in June 2001. The founder’s history and any previous ventures are not publicly available.
Liabel specializes in the production and distribution of intimate apparel and loungewear, offering a diverse range of products tailored for men, women, and children. The core product categories include underwear, sleepwear, and activewear, with particular emphasis on comfort and quality materials such as cotton and microfibers. Their product line features items like bras, slips, boxers, thermal wear, and swimwear, designed to cater to various end-use cases, from everyday comfort to specialized needs, like sports and sleep. Liabel’s offerings are well-received across multiple geographical markets, including key regions in Europe such as Italy, Germany, France, and Spain, where they serve a broad customer base that includes retail consumers and online shoppers seeking quality intimate apparel.
In the most recent year, 2023, Liabel reported a revenue of USD 13. 44 mn and an EBITDA of USD 392,803. The company generates revenue primarily through direct-to-consumer sales via their e-commerce platform, which features a user-friendly interface for seamless shopping experiences. Their pricing strategy reflects competitive market rates for intimate apparel, with flagship products being offered at specific price points that cater to a wide range of budgets.
Revenue is bolstered by promotional offers, including discounts for newsletter subscribers and seasonal sales events. Liabel is focused on developing upcoming products designed to enhance their intimate apparel line, with specific launches planned for the next fiscal year. The company is also looking to expand its market presence in additional European countries, specifically targeting regions in Northern Europe by 2025. The funding acquired through the acquisition in June 2001 has been pivotal in supporting these growth initiatives, allowing for investment in new product development and marketing strategies.
Current Investors
Eminence SAS
Primary Industry
Consumer Products
Sub Industries
Clothing
Website
www.liabel.it
Verticals
Manufacturing
Company Stage
Add-on
Total Amount Raised
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Liabel - timeline of key events

Liabel - financials
| Fiscal Year Ended | Dec 31, 2010 | Dec 31, 2011 | Dec 31, 2012 | Dec 31, 2013 | Dec 31, 2014 | Dec 31, 2015 | Dec 31, 2016 | Dec 31, 2017 | Dec 31, 2018 | Dec 31, 2019 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue (USD) | 26,378,593 | 25,032,305 | 19,769,014 | 17,069,181 | 17,399,270 | 16,845,585 | 16,422,442 | 16,794,286 | 15,688,860 | 14,335,993 | 9,102,424 | 11,887,853 | - | - | - |
| % Revenue Growth (YoY) | - | (5.1%) | (21.0%) | (13.7%) | 1.9% | (3.2%) | (2.5%) | 2.3% | (6.6%) | (8.6%) | (36.5%) | 30.6% | - | - | - |
| EBITDA (USD) | 1,802,634 | 2,030,799 | (428,150) | (712,951) | 234,596 | 843,359 | 1,188,186 | 1,700,296 | 1,162,440 | 951,381 | (2,493,582) | 318,248 | - | - | - |
| Operating Income (USD) | 1,306,637 | 1,551,814 | (894,025) | (1,129,994) | (115,232) | 513,087 | 881,733 | 1,397,028 | 876,818 | 713,423 | (2,690,036) | 129,423 | - | - | - |
| Operating Margin | 5.0% | 6.2% | (4.5%) | (6.6%) | (0.7%) | 3.0% | 5.4% | 8.3% | 5.6% | 5.0% | (29.6%) | 1.1% | - | - | - |
| % EBITDA Margin | 6.8% | 8.1% | (2.2%) | (4.2%) | 1.3% | 5.0% | 7.2% | 10.1% | 7.4% | 6.6% | (27.4%) | 2.7% | - | - | - |
| NET Income (USD) | 812,200 | 931,533 | (887,258) | (1,294,011) | (210,355) | 259,553 | 835,035 | 1,329,517 | 795,663 | 579,594 | (2,598,043) | 198,658 | - | - | - |
| % Net Margin | 3.1% | 3.7% | (4.5%) | (7.6%) | (1.2%) | 1.5% | 5.1% | 7.9% | 5.1% | 4.0% | (28.5%) | 1.7% | - | - | - |
Liabel - 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 | Completed | Liabel | - |
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Liabel - employee data


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