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Food Distribution is Ripe for M&A

Focus Investment Banking

In this article, which joins our ongoing coverage of the Food & Beverage industry, we introduce an overview of M&A activity in food distribution with a focus on fresh food. The pandemic accelerated innovation at all levels as it spotlighted weaknesses and systemic inefficiencies, particularly in food distribution.

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M&A as a Strategy for Handling Rising Input Costs in Food Distribution

Sun Acquisitions

The commercial food distribution industry is at a pivotal crossroads. With input costs surging, companies are scrambling for viable strategies to maintain profitability without passing on additional expenses to the already strained consumer. In this high-stakes environment, M&A emerges as a pivotal tool.

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M&A as a Route to Diversifying Health and Wellness Product Lines in Food Distribution

Sun Acquisitions

In the dynamic landscape of food distribution, evolving consumer preferences have increasingly leaned towards health and wellness products. Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have become a strategic tool for food distributors to achieve this diversification rapidly and efficiently.

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Food, Beverage & Agriculture Sector Update – Winter 2024

Intrepid Banker Insights

Intrepid Investment Bankers Food, Beverage & Agriculture Sector Update – Winter 2024 We’re excited to present our latest sector update highlighting key themes we are tracking across food and beverage categories in 2024! Consider these insights for the year ahead!

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Consolidating to Combat Commission Costs: M&A as a Strategy to Reduce Operating Expenses

Sun Acquisitions

As ancillary costs drive up the operating expenses of smaller food distributors, many are turning to mergers and acquisitions (M&A) as a strategic solution. The Challenge of High Operating Expenses The food distribution industry is notorious for thin margins and high operational costs.

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Food & Beverage 3Q 2023 Report

Focus Investment Banking

The robust M&A markets of 2021 and 2022 lost their momentum as concerns over an impending recession and rising interest rates caused a shrink in the pool of companies available for sale and a decline in buyer demand. Conversely, companies with lower profit margins and slower growth rates witnessed a drop in interest from potential buyers.

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Online wholesaler Boxed acquired after filing for bankruptcy

TechCrunch: M&A

At the time, Boxed had more than 7 million registered users and reported it was close to profitability. Other food delivery services have shut down or announced layoffs, including in particular fast-delivery services like Food Rocket’s 2023 closure and Gopuff’s multiple rounds of cost-cutting, among others.