Focus Investment Banking

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Unlock the potential of the dairy market by embracing change and innovation in an evolving industry For business owners in the food and beverage industry, the dairy market presents both challenges and opportunities. Splitting off the ice cream business seems to be part of the company’s refocusing and simplification effort.

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Focus Investment Banking

MARCH 11, 2024

EASY BIO, founded in 1988 and headquartered in South Korea, is a global leader in the animal nutrition business and has operations throughout Asia and North America. The company is committed to providing healthy food for animals and continues its push to be a global leader in the future of the sustainable animal industry.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

MAY 10, 2023

I’ve found that two main groups care about investment banking in Singapore : Students who are from Southeast Asia and are considering whether they want to work in Singapore, NY, London, or other places. It’s just that it’s smaller than you might expect, which means a lower investment banking headcount than true financial centers.

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Focus Investment Banking

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Washington, DC, (October 20, 2023) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture and corporate finance services, announced today that Bearing Distributors, Inc. Bearing Distributors, Inc.

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The Guardian: Mergers & Acquisitions

JULY 3, 2024

Investment bank Stephens hired to find suitors for business, which wants to expand overseas operations The high-end steakhouse chain Hawksmoor has been put up for sale in a deal that could value it at about £100m.

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Focus Investment Banking

MARCH 13, 2024

Nutritics, an Irish-founded food service technology company, acquired Ten Kites, a UK-based menu publishing platform. Nutritics was founded in 2013 by brothers Damian and Ciarán O’Kelly after they spotted a gap in the market for a detailed and accessible database of food information. and Europe.

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Focus Investment Banking

AUGUST 27, 2024

FOCUS Managing Director and Food and Beverage Team Leader, Mike McCraw interviews Mark Underhill from BMSS. Mark is the team leader of BMSS’ transaction advisory services and provides insight to those interested in the possibility of selling their business.

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Periculum Capital

MAY 21, 2024

Periculum was engaged to advise on the sale of the business by the owner, John Cory, due to Periculum’s extensive food and ag expertise. Periculum’s customized process included contacting strategic buyers in the niche food ingredient market, and the broader grain and commercial mixes markets.

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Peak Frameworks

MAY 23, 2023

The strength of any business decision lies in the quality of its underlying analysis. The beauty of SWOT lies in its ability to juxtapose internal factors (strengths and weaknesses) with external circumstances (opportunities and threats), providing a holistic view of the business environment.

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Focus Investment Banking

APRIL 14, 2024

It’s no surprise that bakery is one of the food industry’s most dependable performers. As a staple food, it’s insulated from fluctuations in household incomes and business cycles compared to the broader food and beverage industry. He has also successfully represented dozens of business owners selling their companies.

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Focus Investment Banking

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

It’s the culmination and a focus of a lot of the outbound business development that we do during the year. Last year, we were engaged on site by one tire dealer and hired by an ecommerce company for an acquisition search, so the investment of time and money pays off. We set up meetings and meet for drinks and meals. Where we stay.

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Focus Investment Banking

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

With value comes options – like investment, growth, acquisitions, mergers, and sale. In Switzerland, over half of the sales value of grocery food and nonfood categories came from PL sales. » European blueprint shows the way: innovations and companies coming to the U.S. Private label sales: Europe leads the U.s. retailers do, overall.

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Intrepid Banker Insights

MARCH 28, 2023

Despite some disruption caused by the breaking news regarding Silicon Valley Bank’s downfall, the tradeshow lived up to its reputation as the “Super Bowl” for the natural consumer products industry. In addition to regenerative products, we noticed companies that designed and marketed food products as people-first.

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Focus Investment Banking

JUNE 5, 2024

Average food costs have increased more than 20% and average wages more than 30% from 2019 – both of which obviously impact profitability and sustainability, but neither are so easy to pass along to guests. They almost always offer great food and consistently deliver value to their customers. capital and talent) to grow and scale.

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Growth Business

MAY 19, 2023

By Dom Walbanke on Growth Business - Your gateway to entrepreneurial success UPDATED: The UK has the most developed web of angel investor networks in Europe with 15,000 angel investors dotted around the country, according to the UK Business Angels Association (UKBAA). They’ve been generous with their cash, too.

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Peak Frameworks

AUGUST 24, 2023

Consumer products are goods sold to the end customer for personal use, including anything from food items to clothing to electronics. Companies like Walmart are prime examples of businesses focusing on convenience products. In 2020, P&G contributed $130 billion to the US GDP.

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Focus Investment Banking

DECEMBER 4, 2023

When a business owner is pursuing a sale, there are many elements out of his or her control. However, in the lower middle market (company value from $10mm-$250mm), most business owners do not get an audit prepared because of cost. Going to market with credible and reliable financials doesn’t have to be one of them. The result?

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Peak Frameworks

AUGUST 15, 2023

They are widely used in hedging currency risk, allowing businesses to lock in exchange rates for future transactions. For instance, a food processing company can use futures contracts to hedge against rising wheat prices. For instance, investment banks employ delta hedging to manage the risk associated with their options trading desks.

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Focus Investment Banking

JULY 17, 2023

As economic headwinds continue to squeeze the food & beverage industry, business owners may feel inclined to hit pause on growth and maintain the status quo. If an exit strategy is part of your plan, then focusing on growth can strengthen your business’ position when it comes time to enter the M&A market.

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Focus Investment Banking

MAY 20, 2024

The role of a senior advisor at FOCUS Investing Banking is to provide strategic advice and guidance to clients on various financial transactions. He attributes this track record to his ability to guide clients through the inevitable challenges of selling a business while maintaining a focus on the end goal. “In

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Peak Frameworks

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

If bread prices rise in Europe, families might cut back on pricier foods like meat, leading them to buy even more bread as a primary food source. If you're interested in breaking into finance, check out our , Private Equity Course and , Investment Banking Course , which help thousands of candidates land top jobs every year.

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Peak Frameworks

MAY 2, 2024

If you're interested in breaking into finance, check out our Private Equity Course and Investment Banking Course , which help thousands of candidates land top jobs every year. IT Integration: In today's digital age, merging IT systems efficiently is crucial for operational continuity.

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Peak Frameworks

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

It encourages businesses to innovate, improve, and offer the best value to consumers. Profit Motive The pursuit of profit drives businesses to operate efficiently and innovate. Innovation and Technological Advancement Free markets encourage innovation as businesses strive to gain a competitive edge.

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Focus Investment Banking

OCTOBER 6, 2023

What’s a unicorn in business terms? I have been on all sides of these transactions—seller, buyer, and advisor—and most times buyers are looking for growth: a business with a demonstrated track record, one that’s somewhat successful, and carries tremendous growth potential. Make sure that your business is buttoned up and clean.

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Peak Frameworks

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Such insights empower businesses to adapt to changing consumer preferences and expectations. Guiding Investment Choices Understanding the relationship between national income and product demand is crucial for businesses and investors. Implications in Business and Investment Understanding YED has profound implications.

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Peak Frameworks

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

For instance, the Bali Package in 2014 aimed at streamlining trade, allowing developing countries more options for food security, and providing better trade opportunities for the least developed countries. This stalemate has implications for North American businesses, especially those looking to expand their market presence.

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Peak Frameworks

JUNE 7, 2023

This model evolved significantly over the years, incorporating facets of marketing, product differentiation, and strategic business decision-making. Easy Entry and Exit Industries like food and beverage exemplify this, where new brands can enter with relative ease, and unsuccessful ones can exit without massive losses.

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Focus Investment Banking

JANUARY 3, 2024

Wingstop franchisee Far West Services enjoyed a bidding war and ultimately received significant growth investment from Brentwood Associates and Sixth Street. These deals and others show the market for restaurant M&A is gaining momentum – and that 2024 could shape up to be a busy year of acquisitions.

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Focus Investment Banking

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Putting the right team in place would allow McEntee to focus on running the business he was selling, planning for the future of business he was retaining, and being available during critical points in the transaction where he was needed. What you had was a synthesis of leadership specific to every concern,” said Devereux. “I

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Focus Investment Banking

JULY 10, 2023

According to Bonnie McLeary, who led the non-profit association for the last 20 years, the decline is attributable to “mergers happening and people closing businesses.” The post Why Membership Is Declining at Regional Tire Dealer Associations appeared first on FOCUS Investment Banking LLC.

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Peak Frameworks

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Example: If the WPI for agricultural products rises substantially, it might signal potential food price inflation for consumers down the line. Commodity Price Index This focuses on the prices of commodities, often separated by categories like energy, metals, and food.

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Peak Frameworks

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

in 2015 led to Google becoming a wholly-owned subsidiary while allowing other businesses to operate separately. Amazon's acquisition of Whole Foods necessitated the meshing of two distinct corporate cultures, posing initial challenges. For instance, Google's reorganization under Alphabet Inc.

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Focus Investment Banking

JULY 8, 2024

I’m by no means an expert anymore on pricing in the tire and auto service business, but I recall the service side being particularly conducive to testing price elasticity. And think about how you might integrate dynamic pricing into your business. And the store breaks even for the first time ever!)

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Peak Frameworks

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Market Feasibility An understanding of the market landscape is essential for any business venture. For instance, when Amazon acquired Whole Foods in 2017, a thorough market analysis would have been crucial. Environmental/Social Impact Feasibility In today's world, businesses must be mindful of their environmental and social impact.

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The Deal

JULY 18, 2023

Firms have lowered hold sizes and increased loan prices as they lean toward smaller transactions, team up with other lenders on deals, shy away from unfunded debt and turn up scrutiny on business performance. times, according to data from Configure. times, according to data from Configure. Club deals have become more common as a result.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

OCTOBER 2, 2024

If you’re not familiar with it, the show follows several young graduates who start working in sales & trading and investment banking at JP Morgan Pierpoint & Co. She seems to be the standard nepotism hire who’s clueless on the job, which explains why she’s relegated to food delivery duties for her desk.

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The TRADE

AUGUST 1, 2023

For Europe, the advancement of technology is not the only narrative that’s reshaping the market as stagnant volumes and liquidity also continue to redefine who is capable of sitting at the top of the financial food chain. However, even for an institution like Goldman Sachs, equities has become a tough business to excel in.

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