Clessidra Group

Over the past four years, Clessidra Factoring Spa has achieved remarkable milestones, surpassing the initial projections. In recognition of this progress, Clessidra Holding has approved a €10 million capital increase in favour of Clessidra Factoring to drive its 2025 – 2029 Business Plan. As the CEO Gabriele Piccini highlights, this achievement reflects the dedication, cohesion, and expertise of the company's exceptional team. This investment will empower Clessidra Factoring to seize new business opportunities and further support its sustainable growth.   #ClessidraGroup #ClessidraFactoring

The tea market keeps growing, driven by evolving consumer preferences and a growing appreciation for tea’s versatility and wellness benefits. Known for its heritage and antioxidant properties, tea is increasingly popular across diverse demographics worldwide. Aligned with this trend, Clessidra Private Equity’s portfolio company Everton S.p.A. is strategically focused on product innovation and geographic expansion, reinforcing its footprint throughout Europe and the Americas to meet evolving market needs. Source: Statista #ClessidraGroup #ClessidraPrivateEquity #TeaMarket #MergersAndAcquisitions

Supporting SMEs is essential to drive Italy’s transition to sustainable, digital industries and foster economic growth, and hybrid capital provides a strategic solution. This flexible financing combines elements of debt and equity, providing SMEs access to capital without excessive debt or ownership dilution. For investors, hybrid capital presents an attractive opportunity in a dynamic market. Roberto Ippolito, Managing Director and Head of Investment Team at #ClessidraGroup, dived into the topic during SmithNovak’s Private Debt Europe event, showing how hybrid capital can bridge the funding gap for Italian SMEs.

For over 40 years, MGM SPA has been a key player in Italian-made sports footwear, with a focus on outdoor shoes. In 2022, with support and funding from Clessidra Capital Credit Private Debt Fund, MGM entered the highly-technical outdoor footwear market by acquiring Rekord srl, a leading European manufacturer serving the most important brands in the industry. This operation has expanded MGM’s market reach and opened new pathways for growth, innovation, and development.   #ClessidraGroup #ClessidraCapitalCredit #PrivateDebt #footwear

🔵 Clessidra Capital Credit, through its Private Debt Fund, has backed KYIP Capital SGR on the acquisition of Errevi System, acting as underwriter of a unitranche financing. Since 1997, Errevi System has led the way in driving digital transformation for Italian businesses, providing advanced IT infrastructures, innovative cybersecurity solutions, and applications designed to enhance operational efficiency. Clessidra Capital Credit structured this financing to support the company's strategic plans for geographical and solutions portfolio expansion. #ClessidraGroup #ClessidraCapitalCredit #PrivateDebt

Clessidra Capital Credit has recently held its annual investor meeting, offering a comprehensive update on fund performance, portfolio milestones, and the unwavering commitment to ESG principles. The session also set forth the strategic priorities for 2025. Managing 180 million euros, over 80% of Private Debt Fund capital has been deployed across eleven companies, achieving two successful exits to date. Meanwhile, Restructuring Fund continues to focus on driving SMEs’ relaunch and growth. The fund currently includes eleven investments, all supported by agreed-upon restructuring plans, and has successfully completed five exits. Our CEO Mario Fera and Chairman Federico Ghizzoni opened the event, followed by a thought-provoking presentation by Francesco Gazzoletti, Managing Partner at FortyEight Brussels, who shared insights into the EU's latest developments and ambitions surrounding climate and energy actions. Our Head of Sustainability and ESG Raffaella Bordogna highlighted the significant progress made in advancing our ESG agenda and introduced our ambitious future targets. We extend our deepest gratitude to our colleagues for their detailed portfolio updates and to our stakeholders for their active engagement and invaluable contributions. Together, we remain steadfast in our mission to drive sustainable growth and deliver lasting value. #ClessidraGroup #ClessidraCapitalCredit #AnnualGeneralMeeting 

Since 2019, L&S Lighting Intelligence achieved solid growth. Under Clessidra Private Equity’s ownership, the company executed strategic acquisitions and impactful value-creation initiatives. This investment fueled significant advancements in organizational development, ESG frameworks, and targeted M&A strategies. Now, following its exit from Clessidra’s portfolio, L&S is poised for lasting success and resilience in a competitive market.   #ClessidraGroup #ClessidraPrivateEquity #exit #lighting

L&S Lighting Intelligence was featured in the AIFI event, "I campioni del private equity per le imprese di domani." Our Managing Director Emanuele Cuccio provided a detailed analysis of the recently exited investment in L&S, highlighting the rationale behind the decision to support its growth. During the session, he outlined the key initiatives that Clessidra Private Equity implemented over the past five years, showcasing the strategic approach that guided the company’s success as a former portfolio asset. #ClessidraGroup AIFI - Associazione Italiana Private Equity, Venture Capital e Private Debt #ClessidraPrivateEquity #AIFI #PrivateEquity

As of 2024, 1% of the global population is diagnosed with celiac disease. In this scenario, the gluten-free market is experiencing remarkable growth, extending beyond those with allergies to individuals seeking health benefits. Molino Nicoli S.r.l. is positioned to lead this trend. With a diverse portfolio serving prestigious retail and industrial brands both in Italy and internationally, our newly acquired portfolio company is set to play a crucial role in shaping the future of the industry. #ClessidraGroup #ClessidraPrivateEquity #MolinoNicoli #Glutenfree #MergersAndAcquisitions

In a shifting economic landscape, the mid-market holds vast potential, offering resilience through lower leverage ratios and proactive risk management. By working closely with entrepreneurs and involving senior expertise, we can identify challenges early, act swiftly, and strengthen the portfolio, reducing potential losses. As Roberto Ippolito, Managing Director and Head of Investment Team at Clessidra Private Debt, points out, effective scaling relies on using the full range of available financial solutions to achieve specific strategic goals. In this context, Private Debt can play a crucial role in sectors, such as IT services, characterized by higher risk but strong cash conversion, creating a compelling opportunity for private credit.   #ClessidraGroup Zero One Hundred Conferences #ClessidraCapitalCredit #PrivateDebt