Consumer

Consumer

is a longstanding area of strength for Bridgepoint. We have invested consistently across the sector through the cycle, with a strong focus on the specialist retail, leisure and FMCG sub-sectors.

Typically, we focus our investment activity on sub-segment, dominant companies with demonstrable track records and strong competitive positioning, essential in this sector's highly dynamic and cyclical environment. In retail and leisure, we have a strong track record of supporting established concepts and brands which provide clear perceived value and service to the consumer; we aim to work with experienced management teams to achieve superior growth via well-executed geographic or product extensions in particular. In FMCG, we look for consumer product companies with proprietary strengths providing a product or service with broad appeal to multiple groups of consumers.

Deals that we have done in this sector include:
A-Katsastus Vehicle inspection group - Finland
Alain Afflelou Optical retailer - France
Arco Bodegas Wine producer - Spain
Fat Face Active lifestyle retailer - UK
Forstinger Automobile accessories/spare parts retailer - Austria
Golden Wonder Savoury snacks producer - UK
HobbyCraft Specialist arts, drafts & hobbies retailer - UK
Holmes Place Owner/operator of health & fitness clubs - UK
IMO World’s largest conveyor car wash business - UK
Jessops Photographic retailer - UK
Kaffee Partner Supplier of coffee and water dispensers - Germany
Limoni Perfumery retail chain - Italy
JOAGroupe (formerly Moliflor Loisirs) Casino operator - France
Molton Brown Premium branded consumer products manufacturer - UK
Nocibe Perfume group - France
Pets at Home Pet food and product retailer - UK
Pret A Manger Premium food & beverages retailer - UK
Principal Hotels Hotel group - UK
Pubmaster Independent pub chain - UK
Virgin Active Health and fitness club operator - UK
Western Wines Leading supplier of private label wines - UK
WT Foods Ethnic & speciality food manufacturer - UK
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News & views in this sector

Mood food (393.07 KB)

27.04.2010

We all know that certain foods have an impact on our physical state. Now manufacturers are trying to create food and drink products that can make you feel happier, more alert - even more receptive to learning.

International online bicycle, sportswear and accessories retailer Wiggle

07.12.2011

Wiggle, the leading online cycling and tri-sports retailer, has been acquired by European private equity firm Bridgepoint in a transaction totalling £180 million.

Bridgepoint acquires Italian perfumery chain La Gardenia

20.07.2011

La Gardenia, the No 2 player in the Italian perfumery market, has been acquired by Bridgepoint from its current owners L Capital and Ergon Capital for an undisclosed sum.