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PREZIOSI FOOD

Acquired by

FOSTER CLARK PRODUCTS

ITALY Food Processing REV [1m EUR - 100m EUR] 07/2025

Target

PREZIOSI FOOD

Acquirer

FOSTER CLARK PRODUCTS

Context

Foster Clark Products Ltd. has completed the acquisition of 100% of the share capital of Preziosi Food S.p.A. from a consortium of investors led by Private Equity funds Vertis SGR and HAT Sicaf. This transaction represents a strategic milestone for the Maltese group, marking its first industrial acquisition in Italy and establishing a European hub for savory snacks. The deal secures FCP a modern manufacturing plant in Southern Italy (Melfi) and a leadership position in the Private Label snack market. The current CEO, who led the company's turnaround since 2021, will continue to lead the operations under the new ownership.

This transaction is part of the AgriFood industry, which currently tracks an average EBITDA multiple of 10.1x since the beginning of 2026, 9.8% decrease compared to 2025. This data is based on contribution from our growing community, composed of M&A and Private Equity professionals, and has been verified by our team to ensure its accuracy.

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Target

Based in Melfi (Basilicata), Preziosi Food S.p.A. is a leading Italian manufacturer of savory snacks. The company operates a state-of-the-art Corporate facility employing approximately 200 people, with an annual production capacity exceeding 130 million packs. Preziosi Food operates through two main channels: its proprietary brand Salati Preziosi (known for licensed character snacks) and as a key Private Label (MDD) partner for major Italian and European retail chains. The company specializes in frying and extrusion technologies (chips, popcorn, cheese balls) and holds BRC, IFS, and AIC (Gluten-Free) certifications.

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