Private Equity Shoreline Invests in Prime MeatsPrime Meats is a protein processor and distributor with a focus on Hispanic and traditional markets. April 26, 2024
Food & Beverage Blackstone Buys Tropical Smoothie CafeTropical Smoothie Cafe is a franchisor of fast-casual restaurants with more than 1,400 locations across 44 states. April 25, 2024
Food & Beverage KKR Reportedly Shelves $10B Upfield Sale After ADQ Talks Fall ApartIf KKR decides to pursue a listing, an IPO would likely take place in 2025 at the earliest. April 24, 2024
Consumer Goods How a Cracker Maker Became an Emerging Manager’s First BetSeven years after discovering its first portco at a trade show, Forward Consumer Partners acquired specialty cracker maker Firehook Bakery in April. April 24, 2024
Food & Beverage Fortifi Acquires Nothum Food Processing SystemsNothum is a designer and manufacturer of batter, tempura, breading and frying lines primarily for protein processing. April 18, 2024
Food & Beverage Globalization to Set the Table for U.S. Ethnic Food and Beverage M&AConsumers are trying more international cuisines, both in restaurants and at home, driving demand for ethnic foods. M&A is sure to follow. April 12, 2024
Food & Beverage Investors Spoiled for Choice With Top Ice Cream Makers for SaleUnilever's ice cream unit has underperformed for the past five quarters and PAI Partners is looking to sell or float its 50 percent stake in Froneri. April 1, 2024
Strategic Buyers Spindrift Explores Strategic Options Including SaleThe company posts net sales of more than $300 million a year. March 27, 2024