We’re seeing more management buyouts in coffee – but what does it mean?
Acquisitions and mergers have been one of the defining factors of the coffee industry in the last decade, transforming artisanal brands into private equity portfolios.
Management buyouts – when existing managers acquire a significant portion, or all, of the company – are also becoming more common.
The UK’s Caravan Coffee Roasters completed a management buyout in March 2025, following a minority investment from a private equity firm.
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