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Growth strategy for

Scout24

Strategic growth options through innovation and M&A;

challenge

How do we generate both internal and external growth opportunities?

How do we simultaneously expand Scout24's competitive advantages in a sustainable manner?

Procedure

  • Analysis of the classifieds market and competitive environment
  • Review of external growth options through M&A, including due diligence
  • Identification of strategic competitive advantages through targeted product innovation

  • Strategic review of the pricing model to maintain competitiveness

results

  • Strategic areas of action identified

  • Scenarios for classifieds market in Germany developed, including relevant options quantified

  • Recommendation to invest in the Stuffle flea market app → Majority stake acquired by ImmobilienScout24
  • Increased innovative strength through internal and external measures (product vision developed, innovation processes optimized)

  • Pricing strategies, including scenarios, pros/cons matrix modeled and quantified
enable2grow provided us with clarity about our options based on a thorough strategic analysis and identified specific areas for action, most of which we have already implemented."

Christoph Monnet

VP Group Business Development, Scout24 AG