Restaurants provide potential investors with a Confidential Information Memorandum early in the deal process. The document is designed to give firms a clear and accurate
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Food tech has made its mark on the restaurant industry in a major way. In fact, we’re witnessing such a seismic change that the full
A slew of headlines have plagued the GCC in recent months — many related to poor economic conditions brought on by political issues and sagging
Private Equity firms have been snapping up restaurant chains at an astounding rate in recent years. It makes sense, considering the industry is cash-generative, offering
As Private Equity activity continues to flourish in the foodservice sector, restaurant valuation multiples have followed suit — rising even when deal volumes drop. Premiums
In 2015, estimates pegged the value of restaurant mergers and restaurant acquisitions (M&A) in the US at roughly $120.8 billion, jumping 58% from the previous
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Ahead of taking on an investment partner or as an investor evaluating the foodservice space, it can be helpful to review a restaurant investment glossary
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