At what enterprise value was CASA OPTIMA acquired in 2014?

During the acquisition of CASA OPTIMA by RIVERSIDE in 2014, the transaction's Enterprise Value is estimated to be in the range of 100M - 350M EUR.

What was the EV/EBITDA of CASA OPTIMA when it was acquired by RIVERSIDE?

The estimated EV/EBITDA multiple for CASA OPTIMA is in the range of 5x - 12x.

When was CASA OPTIMA acquired by RIVERSIDE?

CASA OPTIMA was acquired by RIVERSIDE in 2014.

What was the revenue of CASA OPTIMA at the time of the deal?

The revenue of CASA OPTIMA at the time of the deal is estimated to be in the range of 100M - 200M EUR.

What was the EBITDA of CASA OPTIMA during the acquisition?

CASA OPTIMA's EBITDA is estimated to be in the range of 5M - 25M EUR.

How is the data for the CASA OPTIMA acquisition sourced and is it reliable?

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02/2014

CASA OPTIMA acquired by RIVERSIDE

ITALY Food Processing / Ingredients EV 100M - 350M EUR

Context

The Riverside Company acquired Optima / Mec3, a leading developer, manufacturer, and marketer of ingredients for gelato, pastry, and other foods. Riverside aims to support management, drive global growth, and invest in R&D to maintain Mec3's reputation for innovation. The founder expressed confidence in Riverside's ability to build on Mec3's 30-year legacy and Italian heritage. Riverside emphasized the company's unique position in the growing global market for high-quality artisanal gelato.

CASA OPTIMA, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2013, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , representing a to the average currently observed in the AgriFood sector (10.7x).

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Target

Casa Optima is the global market leader in premium ingredients for artisanal gelato, pastry, and specialized beverage concepts. Headquartered in Italy, the group manages an elite portfolio of complementary, high-heritage brands including Mec3, Pernigotti Maestri Gelatieri, Modecor (pastry decorations), and Giuso. Its robust business model centers on a comprehensive product and service offering, combining the formulation of complex bases, flavorings, and toppings with an international network of training centers (Optima Academy) designed to support artisanal chefs and food service chains.

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09/2025	ADIA	CASA OPTIMA	ITALY	Ingredients
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Valuation range: EV 100M - 350M EUR

Revenue range: 100M - 200M EUR

EBITDA range: 5M - 25M EUR

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Target: casa optima

Acquirer: riverside