Equistone takes majority stake in Charles & Alice

Charles & Alice is a premier French producer of fruit-based and plant-based desserts, holding a dominant market position as the national leader in the "no added sugar" segment with a market share exceeding 50%. The company operates across a multi-channel distribution strategy that includes large-scale retail (GMS), out-of-home catering (RHF), and private label (MDD) manufacturing. Its business model is anchored in premium sourcing and sustainability, with 100% organic offerings and 80% of its fruit supply originated from French soil. Historically focused on fruit purées, the entity has successfully diversified into high-growth plant-based alternatives, including coconut milk-based desserts, to capture evolving consumer preferences for healthy and sustainable diets. The organization operates high-capacity industrial facilities and is expanding its footprint internationally, notably in the UK and North American markets. With a resilient revenue stream despite macroeconomic volatility, the firm serves as a strategic player in the European agri-food sector, distinguished by its strong CSR commitment and specialized manufacturing expertise in high-value-added healthy food products.