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Buying a Food Manufacturing / Processing: What Buyers Need to Know

Benchmarks, valuation norms, and a free BAS calculator for Food Manufacturing / Processing acquisitions.

Food Manufacturing / Processing - Industry Benchmarks

EBITDA Margin (Low)12%

EBITDA Margin (High)22%

Acquisition Multiple (Low)3x

Acquisition Multiple (High)5x

Minimum DSCR1.4x

Industry Risk Score5/10 - Elevated Risk

What makes a good Food Manufacturing / Processing acquisition? Look for margins at or above 22%, a purchase multiple below 5x, and a DSCR comfortably above 1.4x. A risk score of 5/10 (elevated risk) means this sector has moderate cyclicality - scrutinise earnings history carefully.

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Industry: Food Manufacturing / Processing

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Other Food & Hospitality industries

Restaurant (Sit-down / Fine Dining)

10–15% margin · 1–2x

Cafe / Coffee Shop

10–18% margin · 1–2x

Fast Food / QSR

8–15% margin · 1–3x

Catering Business

12–20% margin · 2–3x

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