At what enterprise value was VALEO FOODS GROUP acquired in 2021?

During the acquisition of VALEO FOODS GROUP by BAIN CAPITAL in 2021, the company was valued at an estimated revenue multiple of below 5x. The transaction's Enterprise Value is estimated to be in the range of 1b - 4b EUR. By registering for free, you get access to complete and exact transaction details including enterprise value, revenue, and EBITDA. Additionally, our database shows that the AgriFood industry currently tracks an average EBITDA multiple of 10.5x, providing a valuable benchmark for this transaction.

What was the EV/EBITDA of VALEO FOODS GROUP when it was acquired by BAIN CAPITAL?

The estimated EV/EBITDA multiple for VALEO FOODS GROUP is in the range of 10x - 18x. For comparison, the AgriFood sector currently shows an average EBITDA multiple of 10.5x. Join our community for free to access full valuation data and industry trends.

When was VALEO FOODS GROUP acquired by BAIN CAPITAL?

VALEO FOODS GROUP was acquired by BAIN CAPITAL in 2021.

What was the revenue of VALEO FOODS GROUP at the time of the deal?

The revenue of VALEO FOODS GROUP at the time of the deal is estimated to be in the range of 750M - 1.3b EUR. Register for free to access the full transaction report and exact valuation multiples.

What was the EBITDA of VALEO FOODS GROUP during the acquisition?

VALEO FOODS GROUP's EBITDA is estimated to be in the range of 100M - 200M EUR. Join our community for free to access complete and exact deal data.

What is Enterprise Value (EV)?

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What is the EV/EBITDA multiple and why is it used?

The EV/EBITDA multiple is a financial ratio that compares a company's Enterprise Value (EV) to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA). It is widely used in M&A and valuation because it allows for comparisons between companies with different capital structures and provides a clear view of operational profitability.

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05/2021

VALEO FOODS GROUP acquired by BAIN CAPITAL

IRELAND Food Processing / Food Products EV 1b - 4b EUR

Context

Bain Capital Private Equity has agreed to acquire Valeo Foods Group from CapVest Partners. This acquisition marks the exit of CapVest, which created Valeo in 2010 and grew it from EUR200m to EUR1.1bn in sales through a buy-and-build strategy. Bain Capital intends to support Valeo's management team in continuing this consolidation strategy through further organic growth and M&A across Europe.

VALEO FOODS GROUP, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2021, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN, representing a LOGIN to the average currently observed in the AgriFood sector (10.5x).

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Target

Valeo Foods Group is a fast-growing international food group with annual revenues exceeding EUR1.5 billion. It owns a portfolio of over 80 brands, including Balconi, Rowse Honey, Barratt, and Jacob's. The group employs over 4,500 people across 30 manufacturing facilities in the UK, Europe, and North America. Valeo Foods is owned by the global private equity firm Bain Capital.

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List of similar M&A transactions (Date, Acquirer, Target, Country, Sector, Deal Context)
Date	Acquirer	Target	Country	Sector	Deal Context
05/2025	VALEO FOODS GROUP	FREDDI DOLCIARIA	ITALY	Food Processing	Valeo Foods Group has acquired Freddi Dolciaria S.p.A. from the founding Freddi family. Financial terms were not disclosed. This acquisition further strengthens Valeo's "Sweet Treats" platform in Italy, complementing its major Balconi subsidiary. The deal adds a flexible, well-invested manufacturing facility in Northern Italy and a portfolio of trusted sponge cake products. It also allows Valeo to leverage Freddi's capabilities to expand its range of licensed global brands and "free-from" snacking options.
09/2024	VALEO FOODS GROUP	I.D.C. HOLDING	SLOVAKIA	Food Processing	Valeo Foods Group has agreed to acquire I.D.C. Holding, a major Central European confectionery producer, from its owner Pavol Jakubec. This "transformative" acquisition establishes a strategic cornerstone for Valeo in Eastern Europe, complementing its existing CandyPlus operations in the Czech Republic and Balconi in Italy. The deal adds a portfolio of heritage brands with strong consumer loyalty in the region.

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Valuation range: EV 1b - 4b EUR

Revenue range: 750M - 1.3b EUR

EBITDA range: 100M - 200M EUR

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Press release: view release

Target: valeo foods group

Acquirer: bain capital