Focus Investment Banking

JULY 27, 2023

Washington, DC, (July 27, 2023) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”) a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, is thrilled to announce its exceptional achievement of being named #1 on Axial’s second quarter 2023 lower middle market investment bank league table.

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Focus Investment Banking

JULY 28, 2023

Healthy snacks with a twist, flavors from all corners of the world, and the merging of luxury and convenience were all on the menu at the Summer Fancy Food Show. After tasting our way through new products and connecting with dozens of business owners, one thing was clear: production innovation is blazing in the food and beverage industry.

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Focus Investment Banking

AUGUST 20, 2024

2Q 2024 M&A Report : The second quarter brought a slight uptick in Food & Beverage deal volume, offering a positive signal as M&A markets recover from the declines observed in 2023. DOWNLOAD THIS REPORT The post Food & Beverage 2Q 2024 Report appeared first on FOCUS.

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Focus Investment Banking

OCTOBER 11, 2024

GrubMarket, a B2B food marketplace that primarily sells to retail grocers, has become one of the most active buyers in food distribution M&A. Why is GrubMarket, a technology company, buying up B2B food distributors? Those dual experiences shaped Xu’s vision of modernizing the food supply chain.

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Focus Investment Banking

AUGUST 15, 2023

Washington, DC, (August 15, 2023) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture and corporate finance services, announced today that it has added two new managing directors, Mike McCraw and William R. Bill”) Snow.

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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

MAY 3, 2024

In the Food and Beverage sector, the M&A scene kicked off the year with promise, marked by a steady stream of transactions, including several significant ones. Q1 of 2024 saw a slight uptick in deal count, totaling 76 transactions compared to 71 in Q4 of 2023. Notably, completed deals in the fourth quarter boasted valuations averaging 7.5x

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Focus Investment Banking

MARCH 11, 2024

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. of South Korea. 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.

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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. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

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Intrepid Banker Insights

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Intrepid Investment Bankers Intrepid elevates Brian Levin to Co-Head of its Food, Beverage & Agriculture practice and hires Gavin Daniels as Managing Director Intrepid Investment Bankers announced today the expansion of its Food, Beverage & Agriculture (FBA) team.

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Periculum Capital

MARCH 12, 2022

Periculum Capital Company, LLC (“Periculum”) is pleased to announce it has completed a senior debt placement for Morgan Foods, Inc. Periculum is committed to achieving superior outcomes for its clients by delivering customized investment banking services that maximize value while still meeting clients’ individual goals and objectives.

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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. The post Food and Beverage Industry: Dairy Sector Spotlight appeared first on FOCUS. DOWNLOAD THE ARTICLE HERE.

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Global Banking & Finance

DECEMBER 5, 2024

The Chicago, Illinois-based packaged food company tapped investment bank Centerview Partners to gauge interest in the […]

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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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European Investment Bank

APRIL 9, 2024

Adaptation finance is essential for resilient cities, energy and communication systems, water management, food security, and health. The European Investment Bank provides finance and technical assistance for climate adaptation efforts within and beyond the EU. Climate change poses severe risks, making adaptation crucial.

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Focus Investment Banking

MARCH 13, 2024

Nutritics, an Irish-founded food service technology company, has acquired Ten Kites, a UK-based menu publishing platform. This case study highlights the unique process of this transaction. Download Case Study

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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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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

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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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. The bakery category is also incredibly resilient. The $75 billion U.S.

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Peak Frameworks

MAY 23, 2023

Practical Application of SWOT Analysis in Finance SWOT Analysis is a versatile tool, equally applicable in Investment Banking, Private Equity, and Corporate Finance. Investment Banking In Investment Banking , SWOT Analysis can be instrumental in evaluating potential deals.

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MergersCorp M&A International

JUNE 17, 2024

Britain is the world’s third-largest net importer of food and drink, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the UN. The Office for National Statistics noted that the inflation rate for food prices reached 19% in 2023.

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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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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. 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

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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Focus Investment Banking

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

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. Larger investment banks rent out restaurants for invitation-only functions for their clients and prospects. We set up meetings and meet for drinks and meals.

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Focus Investment Banking

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The FOCUS Food & Beverage team is always happy to discuss resources and tools that can benefit sellers during the M&A process. The post The Benefits of a Sell-Side Quality of Earnings appeared first on FOCUS Investment Banking LLC.

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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. The post In a Challenging Environment, Seize Opportunities to Grow appeared first on FOCUS Investment Banking LLC.

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MergersCorp M&A International

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

The Department of Energy’s (DOE) “Billion Ton Report” highlights the opportunity to sustainably produce over one billion tons of biomass annually by 2050 without disrupting food supplies or environmental quality. Cost and Competition : Biomass energy production can be more expensive than other renewables like wind and solar.

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Focus Investment Banking

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

As the food service industry continues to attract strong investment activity, there are a number of opportunities available to owners considering buying, growing, or selling a restaurant or chain of restaurants. Operating metrics: Restaurants with strong operating metrics tend to be valued at higher multiples. Metrics can include.

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Peak Frameworks

AUGUST 15, 2023

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. By managing the portfolio's delta, professionals can protect against adverse price fluctuations.

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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. Objectives and Principles Promoting Trade Liberalization: The WTO has consistently worked to decrease trade barriers.

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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.

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Focus Investment Banking

JANUARY 3, 2024

The post In the Restaurant Industry, Buyers Are Hungry for Acquisitions appeared first on FOCUS Investment Banking LLC. Please contact Mike McCraw at mike.mccraw@focusbankers.com or (205) 915-8282 or Jim Sowers at jim.sowers@focusbankers.com or (804) 525-8541.

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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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Growth Business

MAY 19, 2023

Top 20 angel investor networks Growth Business guide to angel investor networks Angel network Regions Investment size Sectors No. They do not invest in retail or property. Number of investments a year: 5 Previous investments: 32 including Digital Sports Arena, Earthbound Games and My1Login.

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Peak Frameworks

JUNE 7, 2023

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. Firms often evaluate market structure when considering investments, mergers, or acquisitions.

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