At what enterprise value was POLENGHI acquired in 2019?

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What was the EV/EBITDA of POLENGHI when it was acquired by PROGRESSIO SGR?

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When was POLENGHI acquired by PROGRESSIO SGR?

POLENGHI was acquired by PROGRESSIO SGR in 2019.

What was the revenue of POLENGHI at the time of the deal?

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08/2019

POLENGHI acquired by PROGRESSIO SGR

ITALY Food Processing / Food Products REV 50M - 100M EUR

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Progressio SGR has acquired a minority stake in Polenghi Food S.p.A. from the founding family. The capital injection is aimed at accelerating the company's international growth, particularly in the United States (its largest market) and consolidating its leadership in Europe. The strategic plan also includes potential add-on acquisitions to expand the product portfolio and strengthen geographic presence.

POLENGHI, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2018, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN, a level to compare with the average currently observed in the AgriFood sector (10.9x).

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Founded in 1976 and based near Piacenza, Polenghi Food is a global leader in the production and distribution of lemon and lime juice for condiments. The company specializes in packaging citrus juices for major retail chains (GDO) and food service clients worldwide. Under the leadership of Marco Polenghi, the company has pursued an aggressive internationalization strategy, establishing production and commercial subsidiaries in Europe and the United States. It exports to over 80 countries, with significant market presence in the US, France, and the UK.

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Revenue range: 50M - 100M EUR

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Acquirer: progressio sgr