Formel D
GermanyWho owns Formel D?
Formel D is a German Business Services company, now owned by 3i, which acquired it in 2017 from Deutsche Beteiligungs AG.
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Ownership history
2 ownership periods
Deutsche Beteiligungs AG sold Formel D to 3i in 2017 after 4 years.
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Questions
Who owns Formel D?
Formel D is now owned by 3i, which acquired it in 2017 from Deutsche Beteiligungs AG.
When did 3i acquire Formel D?
3i acquired Formel D in 2017, buying from Deutsche Beteiligungs AG.
Who did Formel D sell to?
Deutsche Beteiligungs AG sold Formel D to 3i in 2017 (Secondary).
Who has owned Formel D over time?
Formel D has been through 2 private-equity ownership periods: Deutsche Beteiligungs AG · via DBAG Fund V · 2013–2017 · sold to 3i · (Secondary); 3i · via 3i Group plc (Evergreen balance sheet) · since 2017.