MINISO Korea
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MINISO Korea - overview
Established
2016
Location
Seoul, -, South Korea
Primary Industry
Retail
About
Based in South Korea, MINISO Korea operates as a leading retailer specializing in lifestyle and everyday essentials, offering a wide range of affordable consumer products to enhance the daily lives of its customers. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, MINISO Korea focuses on providing a variety of lifestyle products. The company was acquired in October 2019 by Business Insight, Inc. and Retail&Insight, Inc.
along with Korea Development Bank, who acquired a 95. 71% majority stake. The CEO is Jae-young Shim. The company has conducted a total of 2 deals, with the most recent deal occurring on 2019-10-16.
Minisokorea. com specializes in a diverse array of consumer products, primarily focusing on lifestyle and everyday essentials that cater to a modern audience. The company offers an extensive selection of items including home goods, beauty products, and personal care items, all designed to enhance the quality of life for its users. Customers range from individual consumers seeking affordable yet stylish home and personal products to businesses looking to supply their employees or clients with quality items.
The products are crafted with functionality in mind, addressing common challenges such as organization, self-care, and convenience in daily routines. Minisokorea. com actively markets its offerings in several geographical regions, including North America, Europe, and parts of Asia, ensuring a broad reach and appealing to a diverse customer base seeking innovative solutions to everyday problems. In the most recent year, MINISO Korea reported a revenue of USD 7.
10 mn with an EBITDA of USD -5. 18 mn. The revenue generation model is primarily rooted in direct-to-consumer sales, enabling the company to establish a robust connection with its clientele. Transactions typically occur through an online platform where customers can purchase products directly, capitalizing on the convenience of e-commerce.
The pricing structure is designed to appeal to a wide audience, with tiered pricing plans that cater to various demographics and preferences; flagship products include high-demand items that serve as entry points for customers. Partnerships with retailers and potential collaborations with other brands also play a crucial role in expanding the company’s reach and solidifying its financial standing. Following the acquisition in October 2019, MINISO Korea plans to open hundreds of new stores domestically and develop more products. The funding received from the acquisition will support these initiatives.
Specific new products are currently being designed, although no release dates have been provided. The company aims to fortify its market presence further in the consumer goods sector.
Current Investors
Metistone Equity Partners
Primary Industry
Retail
Sub Industries
Household Appliances, Non-Alcoholic Beverages, Accessories, Beauty & Hygiene, Clothing, Consumer Electronics, Footwear, Snack Foods, Clothing Stores, Consumer Electronics Stores
Website
www.minisokorea.com/
Verticals
Manufacturing
Company Stage
Mature - Buyout
Total Amount Raised
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MINISO Korea - 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 | MINISO Korea | - | ||||||||
| Buyout | Completed | MINISO Korea | - |
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