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Bavaria

Asset management LLC with an ETF portfolio (~550 T€) – Purchase below NAV, optionally including two software products

100% of the shares in a GmbH headquartered in Germany are for sale. The company was founded as a one-person consulting firm in the IT sector and has been operated profitably for several years. Revenue has recently remained stable at around 218–220 T€ per year. Apart from the compensation paid to the sole shareholder and managing director, there were virtually no other costs. Adjusted for this compensation and before income taxes, net income amounted to approximately 207 T€ (2025) and approximately 218 T€ (2024). The decline in the reported net income for 2025 is solely attributable to the higher managing partner’s compensation. Profits were fully retained and invested in a broadly diversified ETF portfolio. Unrealized capital gains are not included in net income under the German Commercial Code (HGB); the current portfolio value of approximately 550,000 € therefore exceeds the book value. The consulting business was discontinued as planned in 2026. The historical figures show the accumulation of assets, not future earnings. The value of the company is derived from the ETF portfolio. Today, the company is primarily engaged in asset management. There are no employees, no ongoing client contracts, no real estate, and no legacy operational liabilities. The annual financial statements and tax returns are complete. In addition, the company has developed two proprietary software products that can optionally be included in the sale: – a web application in the field of ophthalmology (myopia management), developed in collaboration with a specialist and presented at a professional conference; to date, approximately 4 T€ in revenue; currently no ongoing revenue – a web and mobile app (iOS/Android) designed to help families navigate the long-term care system, created as part of an incubator program; currently generating no revenue The products are not included in the purchase price; the terms will be agreed upon separately. Upon request, they may remain within the company; otherwise, they will be spun off prior to closing. The reason for the sale is a personal career change: The shareholder-managing director is relocating abroad and ceasing his activities in Germany. A sale of shares is preferred over liquidation with a one-year lock-up period. Investment Highlights: – Purchase below net asset value: The purchase price is based on the portfolio’s NAV as of the cut-off date, less deferred taxes on unrealized capital gains and a discount. The buyer retains an economic benefit of approximately €10,000–20,000 after taxes (before transaction costs). – Tax-efficient for corporations: Approximately 95% of profit distributions to an acquiring GmbH are tax-free (Section 8b of the German Corporate Income Tax Act (KStG)). The effective tax burden is approximately 1.5%. – No valuation risk: The enterprise value is derived directly from the securities account statement, eliminating the need for a time-consuming business valuation. Calculating the purchase price based on the NAV as of the reporting date protects both parties from price fluctuations until closing. – Fast, streamlined transaction: Thanks to the simple structure, due diligence can be completed quickly. Payment is made via a notary escrow account concurrently with the transfer of shares. – Bank-eligible assets: The liquid portfolio is generally suitable as collateral for debt financing of the purchase price. – Optional bonus: two developed software products in the health tech and care sectors as a basis for further in-house development. Desired Buyer: A corporation based in Germany, such as a holding GmbH, an asset management GmbH, a family office, or an entrepreneur with an existing holding structure. Buyers from the health tech or healthcare sectors are also of interest for the optional software products. The purchase price is to be paid from the buyer’s own funds or through the buyer’s own bank financing. Closing is possible flexibly starting in 2027, preferably on an annual reporting date. We will provide additional documents (securities account statement, annual financial statements, extract from the commercial register, product overview) after a confidentiality agreement has been signed.

Revenue
220,000 €
Earnings
60,000 €
Employees
1
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North Rhine-Westphalia

Successful and well-established construction company/developer

The construction company has been highly successful in the field of turnkey construction of single-family and multi-family homes for over 25 years. Thanks to a strong order backlog with a net order volume of approximately €17 million (as of the end of 2025), this medium-sized company offers promising potential and growth prospects for the future. The company is a traditional construction firm and covers the entire value chain, from planning to the turnkey construction of single-family and multi-family homes. Its service portfolio includes everything necessary to successfully implement projects of (almost) any scale. The company’s property has a total area of 7,000 square meters and is to be included in the sale of the business. The company is headquartered in North Rhine-Westphalia. The company’s financial position is exceptionally solid: the equity ratio stands at approximately 39.40%. The EBIT margin is approximately 17.6%—a sign of high efficiency and pricing power. The return on equity is very high at 25.07%. The income value, calculated according to the AWH standard, is approximately €5.0 million. After adding the company’s other real estate assets (which are not included by definition), work in progress, and receivables, and deducting liabilities, this figure amounts to approximately €10.0 million. The seller is open to offers.

Revenue
8,500,000 €
Earnings
1,370,000 €
Employees
29
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Andalusia, Spain

Established Premium Landscaping & Luxury Estate Services Platform in Marbella

A rare opportunity to acquire an established premium landscaping and luxury estate-services platform in Marbella, serving one of Europe’s most prestigious residential and property markets. The company occupies a differentiated position between specialist landscape consultancy, technical project delivery and long-term estate care. Its integrated service offering includes landscape design and construction, technical garden restoration, irrigation, arboriculture, project management, premium maintenance, sports turf and golf advisory. The business benefits from an established recurring client portfolio, a skilled operational team, experienced management, professional equipment, vehicles, supplier relationships, recognised brands and proven working systems. This provides a buyer with immediate market access and a fully functioning operating structure that would require considerable time, investment and local knowledge to reproduce independently. Its competitive advantage is built on technical expertise, trusted client relationships, execution capability and a strong reputation within Marbella’s premium property environment. The platform is positioned above the conventional gardening market and is capable of managing both complex landscape projects and the ongoing care of high-value properties. Substantial growth potential exists through the expansion of recurring estate contracts, deeper penetration of the luxury residential and hospitality sectors, complementary property services, specialist restoration programmes, and the continued development of golf and sports-turf activities. The opportunity is particularly suitable for a strategic buyer, international operator, investor or entrepreneur seeking an established entry into the Spanish luxury-property services market. A structured transition can be provided by the current owner. The sale is being conducted confidentially. The company identity, brands, client portfolio and detailed operating information will be disclosed only to suitably qualified purchasers following execution of a confidentiality agreement.

Revenue
875,371 €
Earnings
190,000 €
Employees
14
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