M&A Pea Protein Burgers and Healthy Pizza Reign, Whetting Appetite for M&A
March 22, 2021 Pandemic-fueled snacking is still a demand driver for acquirers, say dealmakers, but the definition of “comfort food” is growing to include products that taste good to both the palate and the conscience. And crucially, the sector’s most-watched deals are now fueled by the perceived healthiness of ingredients, even within nutritious product lines. John LeMay John LeMay, a partner at Blue Point Capital’s Cleveland office. But all health foods are not created equal. Nutritious inputs matter to customers, and increasingly, to PE and strategic acquirers, said Christopher N...