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03/2026Minority

Atria invests in Cookin Food Sweden

SWEDEN Food Processing / Food Products REV €5–25M

Context

Atria Sweden has acquired a 25% minority interest in Cookin Food Sweden AB from its parent company, Bite Delight AB. The strategic rationale for the transaction is rooted in Atria’s "TOGETHER 2030" strategy, specifically targeting the convenience food sector as a key growth driver. This investment provides Atria with a strategic foothold in premium convenience categories like travel services and craftsmanship-driven retail food solutions. Crucially, the agreement includes a call option for Atria to acquire the remaining shares of Bite Delight AB after 2028, establishing a clear roadmap for eventual full integration. The partnership leverages Cookin Food's culinary expertise and Atria's industrial strength to accelerate the development of the convenience food business in Sweden. This transaction represents a validation of Cookin Food’s artisanal production model while allowing Atria to diversify its portfolio into high-margin, fresh-daily product segments.

Cookin Food Sweden, which reported an EBITDA margin of [members only] in 2025, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of [members only], to compare with the average currently observed in the AgriFood sector (11.5x in 2026).

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Target

Founded in 2012 by a team of restaurateurs, bakers, and chefs, Cookin Food Sweden is a high-quality convenience food producer. The company’s business model is characterized by craftsmanship-driven production and the daily preparation of fresh convenience solutions. Its value proposition centers on culinary consistency and tailored menu planning, developed in close cooperation with its clients. The organization serves a diverse market, including the Swedish retail trade, foodservice providers, and travel service operators. Key products in its range include fresh salads, sandwiches, sushi, savory pastries, and specialized components for foodservice kitchens. Strategically, the firm positions itself as a premium partner capable of delivering high-quality raw materials and fresh meal solutions in high-growth, fast-moving consumer categories.

Ent. Value

[members only]

Equity Value

[members only]

Multiples

EV / Revenue

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EV / EBITDA

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EV / EBIT

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Historical Financials (EUR)

Year
Rev
EBITDA
EBIT
2025
€5–25M
[members only]
[members only]
2024
€5–25M
[members only]
[members only]

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Revenue range: REV €5–25M

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FAQ

What transaction does this page cover?

This page covers the acquisition of a minority stake in Cookin Food Sweden, a Swedish company specialised in Food Products, by Atria in 2026.

What was Cookin Food Sweden’s revenue at the time of the deal?

At the time of the transaction, Cookin Food Sweden’s annual revenue was estimated within the €5–25M range (FY 2025). Detailed financial figures are available to members.

How does the valuation of Cookin Food Sweden compare to benchmarks in the AgriFood sector?

Transaction multiples for this specific deal are exclusively reserved for mynth members. Nevertheless, transactions tracked by mynth in this sector reveal an average benchmark multiple of 11.5x EBITDA during 2026.

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