Farzad Mukhi, Director in Duff & Phelps Consumer, Food, Restaurant and Retail M&A Advisory practice, provides his perspective on the current M&A activity in the food and beverage industry, from both a buy-side and sell-side perspective, in a recent podcast with The Food Institute. He also touches upon the current challenges, opportunities and outlook for the industry.
Key points include:
- Overview of the current M&A landscape including recent activity and developments within the food and beverage industry and sub industries
- Market opportunities for both buyers and sellers and risk assessment models for consideration in the short term
- Geopolitical risks associated with acquisitions
- Current opportunities for food and beverage business executives and evolving consumer preferences
- Transaction multiples and anticipated future activity
- Bankruptcy activity within the industry
- Factors driving consolidation versus strategic acquisitions
Listen to the podcast below.
