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02/2024

MY PIE acquired by ARDIAN

FRANCE Food Processing / Food Products REV 10M - 30M EUR

Context

Ardian Growth entered into a primary partnership with the founders of My Pie through a minority equity investment. This transaction is designed to provide the company with the structural support needed for its next phase of scaling. The strategic roadmap focuses on maintaining its current growth trajectory within the French retail market (GMS) while accelerating diversification into the out-of-home catering (RHF) sector and initiating international expansion. Ardian will actively support the management in optimizing the company's organizational structure, digitalizing operations, and leveraging Ardian's global network to establish My Pie as a European leader in the hot snacking industry.

MY PIE, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2023, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , a level to compare with the average currently observed in the AgriFood sector (10.7x).

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Target

Founded in 2015, My Pie is the French leader in the hot snacking segment for large retail chains (GMS). The company offers a turnkey solution combining compact heating displays and a range of 100% natural, "Made in France" snacks (savory pies, quiches). It operates its own automated production site and manages a nationwide distribution network through partnerships with major supermarket banners.

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Revenue range: 10M - 30M EUR

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Acquirer: ardian