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Food and Beverage M&A Industry Insights–Fall 2024

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Josh Benn

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Howard Johnson

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Farzad Mukhi

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Vijay Sampath

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Mark Kramer

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Jacob Newman

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Jennifer Terrell

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In Q3 2024, 74 transactions were announced in the food and beverage space, a 10% decline in deal volume compared to the previous quarter. However, the number of Q3 2024 transactions increased by 28% versus Q3 2023. For the trailing 12 months (TTM) period ending September 30, 2024, 288 deals were announced in the space, representing a 2% increase from the prior period. This marks the first sign of positive year-over-year growth since March 2022.

Food and Beverage M&A Industry Insights–Fall 2024

The decline in Q3 2024 food and beverage M&A activity represents the first quarterly decrease since Q3 2023, possibly caused by economic uncertainty stemming from the upcoming US election and escalating geopolitical conflicts.

Food and Beverage M&A Industry Valuation Data

Our Food and Beverage M&A Industry Insights–Fall 2024 report focuses on identifying trends and providing insights into the sector as a whole, focusing on key issues, challenges and opportunities. To access additional valuation data and public company trading statistics, download our Food and Beverage M&A Industry Valuation Data.

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