Flow Partners advises Russmedia on the acquisition of Vivastreet

Advising Russmedia on the acquisition of an online classified ads portal Vivastreet.

London, UK / Paris, France / Vienna, Austria — 01 Aug 2024

Flow Partners acted as a financial advisor to Russmedia, an Austrian progressive multi-niche media company, on the acquisition of Vivastreet, an online classified ads website operating in 10+ countries across EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific.

Overview

Vivastreet is a global classifieds website operating in 10+ countries across EMEA, Latin America and APAC. Vivastreet is built horizontally and features numerous classifieds categories such as used cars, properties to rent, free personals etc.

We have supported Russmedia, an Austrian progressive multi-niche media group, as well as an undisclosed strategic co-buyer on the acquisition, providing full scope buy-side advice.

This transaction highlights our team stellar track record in the consumer internet space, having previously advised on transactions like HappyCar, GoTrendier, Rebellion Pay and Pure.

About Vivastreet

Vivastreet is a global horizontal classifieds website operating in 10+ countries across EMEA, Latin America and APAC. Vivastreet features numerous classifieds categories such as used cars, properties to rent, free personals etc.

About Russmedia

Russmedia Equity Partners is an investor in and operator of online marketplaces, aggregators and SaaS solutions, looking back at over 20 years of experience in successfully investing in and operating digital companies. Russmedia is seeking long-term partnerships with management teams in order to empower sustainable businesses. The firm focuses on strategic acquisitions and supports entrepreneurs throughout the lifecycle of their business.

About Flow Partners

Flow Partners is a modern advisory firm providing independent corporate finance advice to companies and investors that shape the global digital ecosystem. Flow was founded in 2020 and operates globally with presence in London, Berlin, Warsaw and Miami.

For more information, please visit flowpartners.io

Enquiries

For all enquiries please contact the team at hi@flowpartners.io

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