Who owns FAZER FOOD SERVICES?

FAZER FOOD SERVICES has been 100% owned by COMPASS GROUP since January 2020.

At what enterprise value was FAZER FOOD SERVICES acquired in 2020?

During the acquisition of FAZER FOOD SERVICES by COMPASS GROUP in 2020, the transaction's Enterprise Value is estimated to be in the range of 300M - 700M EUR.

What was the EV/EBITDA of FAZER FOOD SERVICES when it was acquired by COMPASS GROUP?

The estimated EV/EBITDA multiple for FAZER FOOD SERVICES is in the range of 10x - 18x.

When was FAZER FOOD SERVICES acquired by COMPASS GROUP?

FAZER FOOD SERVICES was acquired by COMPASS GROUP in 2020.

What was the revenue of FAZER FOOD SERVICES at the time of the deal?

The revenue of FAZER FOOD SERVICES at the time of the deal is estimated to be in the range of 450M - 900M EUR.

What was the EBITDA of FAZER FOOD SERVICES during the acquisition?

FAZER FOOD SERVICES's EBITDA is estimated to be in the range of 25M - 50M EUR.

How is the data for the FAZER FOOD SERVICES acquisition sourced and is it reliable?

Mynth data is contributed by a professional community of M&A and Private Equity experts. Each transaction, including the FAZER FOOD SERVICES deal, is systematically cross-verified by our team using private deal documents and official sources. You can also find the official press release for this transaction here: https://in.marketscreener.com/quote/stock/COMPASS-GROUP-PLC-35939959/news/Compass-Group-PLC-completed-the-acquisition-of-Fazer-Food-Services-Oy-from-Oy-Karl-Fazer-AB-34012738/

What is the average EV/EBITDA multiple for the Business Services sector in 2026?

The average EV/EBITDA multiple for the Business Services sector in 2026 is 11.4x.

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01/2020

FAZER FOOD SERVICES acquired by COMPASS GROUP

FINLAND Facility Management / Contract Catering & FM Food EV 300M - 700M EUR

Context

Compass Group PLC has completed the acquisition of Fazer Food Services from Oy Karl Fazer AB. The transaction consolidates Compass Group's presence in the Nordic region, adding a highly regarded premium catering business to its portfolio. The deal structure includes an initial cash consideration followed by a deferred earn-out payable over seven years. As part of the integration, Compass Group agreed to license the "Fazer Food & Co" brand in Finland for three years to ensure a smooth transition. The acquisition was funded through existing cash and credit facilities.

FAZER FOOD SERVICES, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2019, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , representing a to the average currently observed in the Business Services sector (11.4x).

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Target

Fazer Food Services is a premier contract catering provider in the Nordic region. Formerly part of the Fazer Group, the company operates approximately 1,000 restaurants serving nearly 500,000 meals daily. It has a strong presence in Finland, Sweden, Norway, and Denmark, with a production kitchen in Estonia. The company serves clients across multiple sectors including Business & Industry, Education, Healthcare, Seniors, and Defence. Fazer Food Services is renowned for its focus on culinary innovation, sustainability, and high-quality seasonal ingredients.

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Valuation range: EV 300M - 700M EUR

Revenue range: 450M - 900M EUR

EBITDA range: 25M - 50M EUR

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