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Coffee and Tea Company Investment Opportunity in Colombo, Sri Lanka

Producer & exporter of finest tea & other FMCG to 37 countries and domestic market.
We are the producer and exporter of finest tea and other commodities. - We have 43 export customers as of today. - Have won National Export Gold Award consecutively for 3 years for. - Best Value Added Tea Exporter of the Year. - Won National award / presidential award - FOB Achiever award. - Accredited for ISO 22000; 2005, ISO 9001: 2015, BRC - Ecocert. Prospectors Available.
Producer & exporter of finest tea & other FMCG to 37 countries and domestic market.
8.4   Colombo
Run Rate Sales
USD 4.6 million
EBITDA Margin
20 %
Partial Stake Sale
USD 2.5 Mn for 45%
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Pet Food Company Investment Opportunity in Colombo, Sri Lanka

All-in-one pet care solutions app with 1k+ downloads, 10k followers and 4k+ clients seeks investment.
All-in-one pet care solutions accessible through website and mobile app. - Comprehensive services including pet food, veterinary channeling, telemedicine, and medicine delivery for pets. - Convenient purchase of goods and services via mobile app and website. - Primary focus on B2C market with a growing B2B presence. - Revenue generated as a percentage of every transaction. - Fully licensed, incorporated, and compliant with local permits. - Promoters with 20 years of industry expertise. - Trusted by 4,000 clients and followed by 10,000 pet enthusiasts across various social media platforms. - Over 1,000 downloads on Google Play Store. - Pet food sourced from one main supplier, offering 15 top-tier products. - Developing a state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Colombo to enhance production capabilities. - Our current employee count is necessary to manage operations at scale.
5.6   Colombo
Run Rate Sales
USD 4 thousand
EBITDA Margin
20 %
Partial Stake Sale
USD 250 K for 10%
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Profitable Chocolate and Confectionery Company Seeking Loan in Colombo, Sri Lanka

Colombo-based trader of food products seeks loan for working capital.
Indent agent representing many brands of food ingredients/essence & flavors/additives and industrial chemicals for 8 years. - We act as exclusive agents for many brands. - Import products from India, China, USA, and Malaysia and sell them pan Sri Lanka. - We generate the majority of the sales from food additives and confectionaries. - The company has 2 directors with equal shareholding and has no debts or liabilities.
7.1   Colombo
Run Rate Sales
USD 2 million
EBITDA Margin
20 - 30 %
Business Loan
USD 1.2 Mn at 12%
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Profitable Chocolate and Confectionery Company Seeking Loan in Colombo, Sri Lanka

Colombo-based trader of food products seeks loan for working capital.
Indent agent representing many brands of food ingredients/essence & flavors/additives and industrial chemicals for 8 years. - We act as exclusive agents for many brands. - Import products from India, China, USA, and Malaysia and sell them pan Sri Lanka. - We generate the majority of the sales from food additives and confectionaries. - The company has 2 directors with equal shareholding and has no debts or liabilities.
7.1   Colombo
Run Rate Sales
USD 2 million
EBITDA Margin
20 - 30 %
Business Loan
USD 1.2 Mn at 12%
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Dairy Products Company Investment Opportunity in Colombo, Sri Lanka

For Sale: Cheese and dairy producer in Sri Lanka's western province supplying to 5-6 clients.
We produce under our own brand and for the Arpico supermarket chain. - The production capacity is 8 tonnes per month. But currently producing 3 tonnes monthly. - We purchase the milk from local farmers. - Growth rate in terms of revenue over 10%, - Have received local and International Awards. - The promoter has 50 years of experience in this industry.
8   Colombo
Run Rate Sales
USD 400 thousand
EBITDA Margin
21 %
Partial Stake Sale
USD 200 K for 40%
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Vegetable Processing Company Investment Opportunity in Nugegoda, Sri Lanka

Emerging producer of certified dehydrated fruits, vegetables, spices and herbs seeks investment to expand globally.
Located in Nugegoda, our emerging company specializes in production of dehydrated fruits, vegetables, spices, and herbs, currently focused on domestic markets. - Our startup currently fulfills orders via social media, email, phone, and participates in both B2C and B2B exhibitions to expand our domestic and establish an international market presence targeting Europe and Asian countries. - With a production capacity of up to 750 kilos per day, we are positioned to meet increasing demand as we scale our operations. - We hold essential certifications including company incorporation, environmental protection, and GMP, ensuring the highest quality and compliance in our production processes. - Distribution capabilities are in place and ready to commence, supporting our goal to enhance market reach. - Plans are underway to launch e-commerce channels, targeting both direct-to-consumer (D2C) and business-to-business (B2B) sectors, enhancing accessibility to our products. - The business needs 5 permanent employees to run the business operations, employed across management, production, sales & marketing areas.
6.6   Nugegoda
Run Rate Sales
USD 3.35 thousand
EBITDA Margin
20 %
Partial Stake Sale
USD 50 K for 40%
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Coffee and Tea Company Investment Opportunity in Kandy, Sri Lanka

Tea plantation company with 500-acre government lease is looking to diversify into other products.
Manage a 100-acre tea plantation dedicated to supplying premium tea leaves to 2 neighbouring factories. - Our farm boasts a production capacity of 30,000 kgs per month. Currently running at maximum production. - With the promoter's 5 years of industry experience, we have built a strong and dependable supply network. - We are fully licensed with incorporation, food safety, and plantation licenses, demonstrating our commitment to regulatory standards. - Recently, we secured a 30-year lease for an additional 500 acres from the government, paving the way for expansion into cloves, pepper, livestock, and coconut cultivation. - Although our office is located in Colombo, our plantation is located in the Kandy region.
Tea plantation company with 500-acre government lease is looking to diversify into other products.
7.5   Colombo
Run Rate Sales
USD 52 thousand
EBITDA Margin
17 %
Partial Stake Sale
USD 84 K for 15%
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Bakery Products Company Investment Opportunity in Kiribathgoda, Sri Lanka

Company engaged in bakery product manufacturing having a strong network with retail outlets and restaurants.
Company manufactures bakery products that started operations in 1983. - Have around 10 vendors from whom we procure raw materials. - We have over 200 different varieties of bakery products with a daily production of around 15,000 pieces. - We sell our products to 25 bakeries and 2 restaurants. We also supply to many government institutions as well. - Our assets include bakery equipment, furniture, customer database, machinery, stock, and other equipment. - Promoters have more than 36 years of experience in this business.
Company engaged in bakery product manufacturing having a strong network with retail outlets and restaurants.
6.8   Kiribathgoda
Run Rate Sales
USD 1.2 million
EBITDA Margin
21 %
Partial Stake Sale
USD 840 K for 40%
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Spices Company Seeking Loan in Colombo, Sri Lanka

Company specializing in processing and exporting spices and coconut with $1.5M monthly revenue, seeking funding.
The company specialises in processing spices and coconut, with a focus on exports to India. - Business is headquartered in Colombo and has a total of 10 permanent employees, with the capacity to hire additional workers on an hourly basis to meet fluctuating demands. - The company's current monthly revenue is $1.5 million, and there has been significant growth as compared to last year due to an increase in export clientele and high volume orders. - As a B2B wholesale supplier, the company has a diverse customer base, with 5 major export clients in India and 3-4 major domestic clients who are all major spice traders, and receives 10-15 orders per month. - The machine has a maximum capacity of 2 tons and will be utilized according to seasonal demands and order volumes. - Company is actively engaged in international trade shows, having participated in Gulf Food this year and planning to attend Sial Paris, indicating a commitment to expanding its market presence. - The business holds ISFDA, USFDA certification and is registered for GST. - The company's sourcing strategy involves procuring raw materials directly from local farmers in Sri Lanka.
Company specializing in processing and exporting spices and coconut with $1.5M monthly revenue, seeking funding.
7   Colombo
Run Rate Sales
USD 18 million
EBITDA Margin
3 %
Business Loan
USD 300 K at 13%
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Spices Company Investment Opportunity in Colombo, Sri Lanka

Spice empire with 15 years of expertise, 30 countries served, and 100+ B2B clients.
Global reach: Exporting high-quality spices and organic goods to over 30 countries. - Exclusive focus: Solely engaged in the export market, ensuring expertise and specialization. - Regulatory compliance: Possess necessary licenses, including export, organic certification, and business permits. - Export of spices generates most of our revenue. - Local sourcing: Partnered with 50 local suppliers for a diverse and reliable source of raw materials. - Extensive clientele: Serving over 100 B2B clients in key markets such as the USA, Europe, Argentina, and Thailand. - Broad market presence: Established presence in 30 countries, showcasing a robust international distribution network. - Seasoned expertise: Bringing 15 years of valuable experience to the global spice and organic goods industry. - We employee contract workers- around 20.
6.5   Colombo
Run Rate Sales
USD 1.3 million
EBITDA Margin
15 %
Partial Stake Sale
USD 1 Mn for 49%
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Profitable Food Processing Company Investment Opportunity in Colombo, Sri Lanka

Export-oriented manufacturing Company of coconut oil & spices based in Colombo.
100% export oriented company based in Colombo. - Manufacturers of coconut oil & Cinnamon Products, Sri Lankan Spices & Tea. - Manufacturing capacity of the coconut oil is 4 tons per day & 3 tons of spices per day. - We export to US, UK, Korea, Japan, India & South America. - Awarded in the past - Best Export Gold awarded company, Best Exporter of the year & Best Productivity Entrepreneur of the year. - Looking for funds for a new 4 billion LKR confirmed export order project. The project schedule will be started as soon as we get reliable Directors. - The project will be managed by 100 % Sri Lankan owned company established in Korea, under the parent company. Korean company is Korean Government approved very first own Sri Lankan company Branch.
7.8   Colombo
Run Rate Sales
USD 1.6 million
EBITDA Margin
40 - 50 %
Partial Stake Sale
USD 670 K for 10%
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Profitable Spices Business Investment Opportunity in Colombo, Sri Lanka

Spices and food items importer in Colombo seeking investment to maintain the increasing demand.
We import dried red chillies, rice, kabuli chickpeas, desi chickpeas, channa dal, onion and supply it to the wholesale market. We regularly import 2 containers at a time. This time the demand is more we are unable to supply. To address this we are in the process to increase the import to 10 containers a month. The owners have more than 15 years of experience in this field and we have a good knowledge about the local market price fluctuations. We have 7 to 8 permanent clients in the wholesale market who have been regularly doing business with us.
Spices and food items importer in Colombo seeking investment to maintain the increasing demand.
7.4   Colombo
Run Rate Sales
USD 360 thousand
EBITDA Margin
30 - 40 %
Partial Stake Sale
USD 84 K for 40%
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Profitable Winery Investment Opportunity in Colombo, Sri Lanka

Business manufacturing and selling herbal tea and wine to 35 retail stores in Sri Lanka.
A business manufacturing and selling herbal tea and wine, based in Colombo, Sri Lanka. - We manufacture herbal tea which helps relieve menstrual pain and discomfort and 2 types of wine - king coconut wine and Ceylon black tea wine. - Owner has converted a part of his house into a production unit. - Business has a capacity of producing 500 boxes of herbal tea and 2,000 bottles of wine per day. - The wine takes 4 to 5 months to complete fermentation. - We will be setting up a new manufacturing unit in the near future and shifting out of the current home facility. New manufacturing unit will be company owned. - The products are sold to 35 retail stores in Sri Lanka. - We are now looking to begin exporting the products to Dubai, USA and England. - Owner has a post-graduate degree in nanotechnology, 3 years of experience as a research assistant and 2 years experience as a production and quality manager in a Japanese manufacturing company. - Physical assets include house, equipment and inventory.
Business manufacturing and selling herbal tea and wine to 35 retail stores in Sri Lanka.
5.9   Colombo
Run Rate Sales
USD 2 thousand
EBITDA Margin
30 %
Partial Stake Sale
USD 50 K for 25%
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Chocolate and Confectionery Company Investment Opportunity in Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia, Sri Lanka

Importers and distributors of leading confectionery brands in Sri Lanka having tie ups with 300 clients.
Importers and authorized distributors of confectionery brand like Hershey’s, Nestle, Fox, Sweet Zone. - We supply it to hotels and supermarkets in Colombo. - Have tie ups with 300 clients. - Company is importing these products from the UK. - We have more than 25 different products. - There are 3 distribution offices based in Sri Lanka. - Promoter has 3 years of industry experience.
5.6   Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia
Run Rate Sales
USD 440 thousand
EBITDA Margin
12 %
Partial Stake Sale
USD 200 K for 49%
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Coffee and Tea Company Investment Opportunity in Nugegoda, Sri Lanka

Exports Ceylon spices and teas to the EU and UK. Seeking investment to further expansion.
The business has tie-ups with 2 suppliers from whom we source organic spices. - We package these spices under our own brand name in our manufacturing plant. - We are one of the first spice brands to introduce 100% biodegradable packaging to pack spices globally. - As of now the business has 7 regular customers. - 100% of our customers are in Dubai & Europe.
6.9   Nugegoda
Run Rate Sales
USD 156 thousand
EBITDA Margin
15 %
Partial Stake Sale
USD 25 K for 25%
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Investing in Businesses: A Comprehensive Guide

Investing in businesses is a strategic endeavor that can significantly grow your wealth if approached knowledgeably. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting, understanding the intricacies of businesses for investment is crucial.

Understanding Business Investment

Business investment refers to the allocation of capital to a company with the expectation of receiving financial returns. This can occur through direct investment in a private company or by purchasing stocks and shares of publicly traded businesses.

Types of Business Investments

  1. Equity Investment: This involves purchasing shares of a company. Equity investors become partial owners and have potential returns through dividends and appreciation of the stock value.

  2. Debt Investment: Investors lend money to businesses in exchange for interest income. This can include corporate bonds or business loans.

  3. Venture Capital and Angel Investing: These are types of equity investment where investors provide capital to startups and small businesses that have potential for growth.

  4. Crowdfunding: An innovative way to invest in businesses where multiple investors contribute small amounts of capital via platforms like Kickstarter or Indiegogo.

Advantages of Investing in Businesses

  • Potential for High Returns: Businesses have the potential to grow substantially, resulting in significant returns on investment.
  • Portfolio Diversification: Investing in various businesses can diversify an investment portfolio, reducing overall risk.
  • Active Involvement: Investors can actively participate in their investments, offering guidance and support to businesses.

Risks Involved in Business Investment

Even though investing in businesses offers attractive returns, it involves certain risks:

  • Market Volatility: Economic changes can affect business profitability and stock prices.
  • Failure Risk: Especially with startups, there's always a risk of failure resulting in loss of investment.
  • Regulatory Issues: Changes in laws and regulations can impact businesses adversely.

How to Choose the Right Business for Investment

  • Research and Analysis: Understand the business model, industry sector, and financial health of the business.
  • Growth Potential: Evaluate the business's potential for growth and scalability.
  • Management Quality: A competent management team can greatly influence a business’s success.
  • Market Trends: Stay updated with market trends and economic conditions that might affect the business.
  • Competitive Advantage: Ensure the business has a unique selling proposition or competitive edge.

Conclusion

Investing in businesses for investment can be incredibly rewarding. However, it requires a thorough understanding of the market, diligent research, and careful selection. By weighing the potential benefits against the risks and conducting due diligence, investors can enhance their ability to make profitable investments. Always consider consulting a financial advisor to tailor your investment strategy to your personal financial goals and risk tolerance.

Invest wisely, and watch your investments flourish!

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