Manufacturing & Industrial

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Buying a Printing / Packaging: What Buyers Need to Know

Benchmarks, valuation norms, and a free BAS calculator for Printing / Packaging acquisitions.

Printing / Packaging — Industry Benchmarks

EBITDA Margin (Low)12%
EBITDA Margin (High)20%
Acquisition Multiple (Low)2x
Acquisition Multiple (High)4x
Minimum DSCR1.4x
Industry Risk Score5/10 — Elevated Risk

What makes a good Printing / Packaging acquisition? Look for margins at or above 20%, a purchase multiple below 4x, 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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