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M&A has always been a big part of a consumer and retail company’s growth strategy. However, as competition gets tighter and demand for more purpose-driven brands increases, companies come to us not just for scale, but also to reshape their portfolios for a more customer-focused strategy. Whether you’re selling or buying a business, our deep expertise in M&A, growth equity and ECM, debt advisory and corporate finance services as well as our established relationships in everything from e-commerce to innovative logistics will guide you toward success in closing the best deals.
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FrenchFood Capital has acquired Sabre Paris
FrenchFood Capital, a management company specializing in financing and supporting businesses in the food sector, has acquired a majority stake in Sabre Paris, a French premium tableware company. As part of the transaction, the Gelb family, founders of Sabre Paris, are reinvesting and retaining a significant stake in the company, ensuring continuity of the entrepreneurial spirit that has shaped the brand’s success.
Learn moreEasy-Barf has been acquired by The Nutriment Company
Easy-BARF, a French fresh pet food manufacturer, has been acquired by The Nutriment Company. This transaction gives The Nutriment Company a strong position in France, Europe’s third-largest pet food market, and represents the company’s eighth acquisition in 2025.
Learn moreBriconord has completed its fourth LBO with ODDO BHF
Briconord, a French designer and distributor of furniture and hardware solutions, has been acquired by a consortium of investors led by ODDO BHF, alongside BNP Paribas Développement, Initiative & Finance and BPIFrance, in its fourth leveraged buy-out (LBO). The partnership is intended to accelerate Briconord’s development while maintaining its strong market positioning and supporting ambitious M&A plans in Europe.
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Réginald Uzzan and Matthieu Bonneaud
General Managers and co-founders, Oxstal
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French PE investors team up for strategic acquisition of leading DIY and home improvement specialist
DEAL FLASH: French DIY and home improvement specialist Briconord Group has received strategic financial investment headed up by ODDO BHF Strategic Opportunities, to support future growth. Oaklins’ team in France advised ODDO BHF Strategic Opportunities throughout Briconord’s acquisition process.
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