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07/2025

PREZIOSI FOOD acquired by FOSTER CLARK PRODUCTS

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

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.

PREZIOSI FOOD, 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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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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Revenue range: 50M - 100M EUR

EBITDA range: 5M - 25M EUR

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