Zippy
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Zippy - overview
Established
1996
Location
Maia, -, Portugal
Primary Industry
Consumer Products
About
Based in Portugal, Zippy - Comércio e Distribuição, S. A. specializes in the retail of children's apparel and baby care products, catering to the needs of infants and pre-teens through a direct-to-consumer online platform. Founded in 1996 in Maia, Portugal, Zippy - Comércio e Distribuição, S.
A. focuses on the distribution of children's clothing and baby products. The company has undergone strategic pivots to enhance its online presence, allowing for direct engagement with customers. Currently, there are no mentions of subsidiaries or parent companies, nor any specific details on mergers or carve-outs.
Zippy has engaged in one significant funding deal, with the most recent being on May 26, 2025, involving Oxy Capital. Zippy specializes in a comprehensive range of children’s clothing and baby care products, catering to newborns through pre-teens. Their core product offerings include apparel for boys and girls, such as dresses, jumpsuits, t-shirts, and various accessories, designed for children aged 0 to 14 years. Additionally, Zippy provides an extensive selection of nursery items, including car seats, pushchairs, and baby room furniture, focusing on the comfort and safety of infants and young children.
Their products are marketed primarily in Europe, with tailored offerings for markets such as Portugal, Spain, and Italy, addressing local consumer preferences. Zippy operates on a direct-to-consumer model through its online platform, facilitating customer access to their products. The company generates revenue through retail sales of individual items, including clothing and baby care essentials, with pricing that reflects a balance between quality and affordability. Zippy’s revenue is further supported by promotional campaigns, such as seasonal sales and exclusive discounts for newsletter subscribers, fostering customer loyalty among parents seeking practical solutions for their children’s needs.
Zippy plans to expand its product line with new designs scheduled for launch in late 2025, focusing on innovative baby care solutions. The company is also targeting geographic expansion into new European markets, including Germany and France, with the aim of establishing a presence by 2026. The recent acquisition by Oxy Capital will provide the necessary resources to support these initiatives, enhancing Zippy's operational capabilities and market reach.
Current Investors
Oxy Capital
Primary Industry
Consumer Products
Sub Industries
Clothing, Clothing Stores
Website
www.zippyonline.com
Verticals
E-commerce
Total Amount Raised
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Zippy - 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corporate Carve Out, Secondary Buyout | Completed | Zippy | - |
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