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Kabel BW

Telecom·Germany·Exited 2011·Held 8yr
Entry
2003
Hold
8yr
Exit
2011

Who owns Kabel BW?

Kabel BW is a German Telecom company, now owned by Liberty Global, which acquired it in 2011 from EQT.

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EQT
Investor
EQT
EQT III · 2001 · Buyout

Key facts

HQGermany
SectorTelecom
StatusAcquired
Exit Type
Trade Sale
Buyer
Liberty Global
Exit Year
2011

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Questions

Who owns Kabel BW?

Kabel BW is now owned by Liberty Global, which acquired it in 2011 from EQT.

When did Liberty Global acquire Kabel BW?

Liberty Global acquired Kabel BW in 2011, buying from EQT.

Who did Kabel BW sell to?

EQT sold Kabel BW to Liberty Global in 2011 (Trade Sale).

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