ISLA DELICE acquired by A&M CAPITAL
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A&M Capital Europe acquired a majority stake in Isla Delice from the private equity firm Perwyn. The management team, significantly reinvested alongside AMCE. The transaction aims to support the company's next phase of growth, specifically targeting pan-European consolidation in the fragmented Halal food sector. AMCE intends to leverage its operational capabilities and capital to fund further acquisitions (build-ups) across Europe and to expand the product range into new categories. This deal positions Isla Delice to become the undisputed European champion in Halal consumer goods.
ISLA DELICE, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2024, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , a level to compare with the average currently observed in the AgriFood sector (11.0x).
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Founded in 1990, Isla Delice is the pioneering leader in the French Halal food market. The company manufactures and distributes a diversified portfolio of Halal-certified products, including deli meats (charcuterie), frozen foods, ready meals, and ambient snacks. Operating five production facilities, Isla Delice has built a robust Corporate platform capable of serving mass retail and specialized distribution channels. While historically dominant in France, the group has successfully expanded internationally through acquisitions in the UK, Belgium, and Germany, and organic growth in Spain and Italy.
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Valuation range: EV 100M - 350M EUR
Revenue range: 100M - 200M EUR
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Acquirer: a&m capital