Wendel completes acquisition of c.50% of Globeducate, a leading international K-12 education group
Oct 16, 2024•9 months ago
Acquiring Company
Wendel
Acquired Company
Globeducate
Description
Wendel, a premier private equity firm specializing in growth-oriented investments in media, communications, education, and technology, has successfully completed the acquisition of approximately 50% of Globeducate, one of the world’s leading international K-12 education groups. This strategic investment is aligned with Wendel’s values and aims to support Globeducate in its mission to provide top-quality education and innovative educational experiences to students worldwide.
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