Lowell Holdings Ltd.

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Lowell Holdings Ltd. - overview

Established

2004

Location

Leeds, -, UK

Primary Industry

Financial Services

About

Based in the UK, Lowell Holdings Ltd. specializes in credit management, focusing on debt purchasing and management across multiple European markets, including the UK and Germany. Lowell Holdings Ltd. is a credit management company that provides debt purchasing and management services.


Founded in 2004, the company is headquartered in Leeds, UK. In August 2015, Lowell merged with GFKL Financial Services AG, forming Lowell GFKL Group. The latest funding round was a Secondary Buyout in which Permira participated, raising a total of GBP 1,100. 00 mn.


Lowell has completed five deals since its inception, with the most recent deal dated August 7, 2015. Lowell is a prominent credit management company in Europe, providing comprehensive services in debt purchasing and management across various markets, including the UK, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and the Nordic regions. The company's core offerings include acquiring debt portfolios and servicing them on behalf of clients and partners. Lowell utilizes sophisticated data analytics tools to engage with customers, developing sustainable repayment plans that aim to generate predictable revenue streams.


The firm focuses on addressing financial vulnerability, particularly through its innovative Financial Vulnerability Index (FVI), which aggregates public measures with unique consumer data. Its clientele encompasses a diverse range of businesses and individuals facing debt-related challenges, showcasing Lowell's commitment to ethical and responsible credit management. Lowell's revenue model is structured around the acquisition and servicing of debt portfolios, generating income through both direct consumer interactions and partnerships with various organizations. The firm engages in transactions where it purchases debt at discounted prices, subsequently managing the repayment process to recover funds over time.


Revenue is derived not only from debt recovery but also from service agreements with clients who outsource their debt collections to Lowell. The company maintains a focus on ethical practices, ensuring that their strategies align with their sustainability agenda. Given the nature of its operations, Lowell's revenue streams are bolstered by its advanced methodologies in managing financial vulnerabilities, contributing to its standing as a leader in the credit management sector. Lowell Holdings Ltd.


aims to further enhance its market presence through the continued development of its product offerings and expansion into new geographic markets. Following the merger with GFKL, the company is focusing on integrating their services more effectively to improve overall efficiency and service delivery. The recent GBP 1,100. 00 mn funding will support these initiatives, particularly in expanding into new regions in Europe by 2025.


Current Investors

Primary Industry

Financial Services

Sub Industries

Credit Collections & Services, Investment Banking

Website

www.lowellgroup.co.uk

Verticals

FinTech

Company Stage

Merged

Total Amount Raised

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Lowell Holdings Ltd. - deals

Deals TypeDeal StatusTarget (s)Deal DateInvestor(s)Seller(s)Deal size (Mn)Enterprise value (Mn)Post-money valuation (Mn)EBITDA multiple (x)Revenue multiple (x)Lead partner (s)
MergerCompletedGFKL Financial Services AG, Lowell Holdings Ltd.-
Secondary BuyoutCompletedLowell Holdings Ltd.-
Trade SaleCompletedLowell Holdings Ltd.-
Secondary BuyoutCompletedLowell Holdings Ltd.-
BuyoutCompletedLowell Holdings Ltd.-

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