Persán Acquires Mibelle with Cuatrecasas' Guidance
Deal News | May 30, 2025 | Iberian Lawyer
Cuatrecasas, a prominent law firm, advised the Spanish company Persán on its acquisition of Mibelle, a Swiss enterprise known for its expertise in beauty, personal care, and nutrition. The transaction included the purchase of the entire share capital of Mibelle and required assistance with financing from major banks like BBVA, Santander, and CaixaBank. This acquisition is pivotal for Persán, enabling the company to enhance its revenue significantly and expand its global footprint. Mibelle's workforce, spread across several countries, will integrate into Persán's expanding operations. Cuatrecasas’ multidisciplinary team provided comprehensive legal advice, covering aspects of corporate M&A, tax, intellectual property, and finance, demonstrating their adeptness at handling complex cross-border deals.
Sectors
- Consumer Goods
- Legal Services
- Financial Services
Geography
- Spain – This is the home country of Persán, the acquirer in the transaction.
- Switzerland – This is the home country of Mibelle, the target company in the acquisition.
Industry
- Consumer Goods – Persán and Mibelle are involved in the development, manufacture, and marketing of personal and home care products.
- Legal Services – Cuatrecasas, the legal advisor, played a significant role in the acquisition transaction.
- Financial Services – Banks such as BBVA, Santander, and CaixaBank provided the necessary financing for the acquisition.
Financials
- Over one billion euros – The acquisition will enable Persán to become a company with a turnover of more than one billion euros.
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Persán | Acquirer | Company | A leading Spanish company in personal and home care products. |
| Mibelle | Target | Company | A Swiss company specializing in beauty, personal care, and nutrition products. |
| Cuatrecasas | Legal Advisor | Company | A law firm advising on the acquisition and financing aspects of the transaction. |
| BBVA | Financier | Company | One of the banks providing financing for Persán's acquisition of Mibelle. |
| Santander | Financier | Company | One of the banks providing financing for Persán's acquisition of Mibelle. |
| CaixaBank | Financier | Company | One of the banks providing financing for Persán's acquisition of Mibelle. |