Observed Signal · Aug 19, 2026 · M&A - Completed · Source: EQS News: Corporate Deals & M&A · Impact: 2/5 · Sentiment: Positive
Financials Market: Autodoc Founders Regain 100% Ownership from Apollo Funds
Autodoc SE has completed a share buyback from Apollo Funds, returning 100% indirect ownership to its three co-founders: Alexej Erdle, Max Wegner, and Vitalij Kungel. Funded by a €530 million Term Loan B placed in July 2026, the transaction concludes a successful strategic partnership initiated in April 2024, when Apollo acquired a minority stake at a €2.3 billion valuation. The collaboration achieved its purpose of preparing Autodoc for debt and equity capital markets, positioning the European online automotive parts retailer for a potential future IPO. Concurrently, Apollo's representatives will step down from Autodoc's Supervisory Board.
Represents a major financial restructuring and exit for a leading European digital e-commerce retailer, showcasing strong performance and preparation for a future IPO.
Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Autodoc co-founders Alexej Erdle, Max Wegner, and Vitalij Kungel regained 100% indirect ownership of Autodoc SE.
- The share purchase was funded via a €530 million Term Loan B placed in July 2026.
- Apollo Funds had acquired a minority stake in Autodoc in April 2024 at an equity valuation of €2.3 billion.
- Autodoc generated €1.8 billion in sales revenue in 2025.
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