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Nutrition Food Business Investment Opportunity in Kanyakumari, India

Seller of herbal product under own brand that is used for treatment of diabetes.
We are seller of herbal products that can be used for diabetes treatment. - The business was operational for 4 years but had to be suspended a few years ago to due to illness of the local partner. - Reported revenue figures shown are for the last year of operation of the business. - Owner still has connections with all the producers and distributors and business can restart with the investment. - Currently we only have one product in our portfolio but we are in the process of developing 5 more. - The product extractions are taken from Kerala, India and sent to a third party FDA approved facility in the USA for manufacturing. - After manufacturing they are sold in UAE and in other parts of the Middle East. - Third party manufacturer has cGMP, FDA and NSF certifications. - In the 4 years when we were active the third party facility that we contracted production to produced over 50,000 bottles and we sold all the bottles in the Middle East. - We sold the product through a main distributor called NMC Medical which distributed the product through 300 pharmacies. - Promoter has over 25 years of experience in the field of consultancy and herbal medicine. - Company's physical assets include 2 cars, furniture and laptops. - In 2022 we started production and marketing in India hence we are not generating any revenue this year and last year we were selling our products in UAE. Now we are looking international marketing partners and distributors. - We have a marketing team in Tamil Nadu and the promoter is based in UAE.
7.2   Kanyakumari
Run Rate Sales
Nil
EBITDA Margin
Nil
Partial Stake Sale
INR 7 Cr for 60%
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Newly Established Food Ingredients Company Investment Opportunity in Kanyakumari, India

Kanyakumari-based manufacturer of high-quality banana powder and corn flour, seeking investment for machinery procurement.
Located in Kanyakumari, the business specializes in manufacturing premium banana powder and corn flour, targeting high-demand sectors. - Currently in the pre-revenue stage with a business model focused on B2B sales and exports, primarily targeting the food processing and cosmetics manufacturing industries across Tamil Nadu. - Direct procurement of raw materials from local farmers ensures quality and supports the community. - Established initial negotiations with 5-6 food processing clients in Chennai, Bangalore, and Coimbatore, indicating strong market interest. - Business registered as a private limited company, enhancing credibility with potential customers and investors. - Application for FSSAI certification in process and is planning to apply for MSME registration.
6.8   Kanyakumari
Run Rate Sales
Nil
EBITDA Margin
Nil
Partial Stake Sale
INR 20 L for 20%
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Profitable Coffee and Tea Company Investment Opportunity in Cuddalore, India

Tea brand with 2+ revenue streams, 65+ franchisees, export to 2+ countries seeks investment.
Established tea brand with a diverse revenue model: robust sales of high-quality tea powder and a flourishing franchise network spanning Tamil Nadu. - Strong network of over 15 suppliers located in the picturesque locales of North India. - Proud owners of a renowned brand, boasting over 65 successful franchise outlets. - Our franchisees set up tea cafes/shops with our brand name and goods. - Achieving a perfect balance in revenue, with 50% stemming from our premium tea products and the other 50% from lucrative franchise fees. - Our streamlined process begins with sourcing top-grade ingredients from the verdant fields of North India, entrusting them to our esteemed manufacturing partner for expert craftsmanship, culminating in rebranded products that resonate under our prestigious banner. - Our reach extends beyond borders, catering to both retailers and distributors, and fostering lasting partnerships. - With a decade of unwavering dedication to our craft, our expertise shines through in every sip of our tea. - Proudly exporting our flavors to distant lands like the enchanting landscapes of Russia and the sun-kissed shores of Australia. - Backed by essential licenses including FSSAI, COI, and IE, ensuring our commitment to quality and compliance.
6.8   Cuddalore
Run Rate Sales
INR 4.8 crore
EBITDA Margin
40 %
Partial Stake Sale
INR 2 Cr for 20%
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Profitable Coffee and Tea Company Investment Opportunity in Cuddalore, India

Tea brand with 2+ revenue streams, 65+ franchisees, export to 2+ countries seeks investment.
Established tea brand with a diverse revenue model: robust sales of high-quality tea powder and a flourishing franchise network spanning Tamil Nadu. - Strong network of over 15 suppliers located in the picturesque locales of North India. - Proud owners of a renowned brand, boasting over 65 successful franchise outlets. - Our franchisees set up tea cafes/shops with our brand name and goods. - Achieving a perfect balance in revenue, with 50% stemming from our premium tea products and the other 50% from lucrative franchise fees. - Our streamlined process begins with sourcing top-grade ingredients from the verdant fields of North India, entrusting them to our esteemed manufacturing partner for expert craftsmanship, culminating in rebranded products that resonate under our prestigious banner. - Our reach extends beyond borders, catering to both retailers and distributors, and fostering lasting partnerships. - With a decade of unwavering dedication to our craft, our expertise shines through in every sip of our tea. - Proudly exporting our flavors to distant lands like the enchanting landscapes of Russia and the sun-kissed shores of Australia. - Backed by essential licenses including FSSAI, COI, and IE, ensuring our commitment to quality and compliance.
6.8   Cuddalore
Run Rate Sales
INR 4.8 crore
EBITDA Margin
40 %
Partial Stake Sale
INR 2 Cr for 20%
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Nutrition Food Business Investment Opportunity in Chennai, India

Established healthy meal subscription brand driven by cloud kitchens, with 6 years of market success.
Business specializing in nutritious meal solutions, the business collaborates with certified dieticians to ensure quality and balance. - We customize, personalize and consult to curate meal programs and deliver. - We currently have 25+ subscribers with a 60% retention rate, and a majority of our revenue (90-95%) comes from subscription-based services. - The monthly subscription cost for our meal programs is INR 10k, and we also fulfill individual orders through popular food delivery platforms such as Swiggy and Zomato. - Our business has gained recognition, being awarded the "Best Concept of the Year 2021" by food connoisseurs in India. - We have a strong online presence, with clients connecting through our social media pages and website, which serves as a platform for consultations and personalized meal program curation. - Registered with FSSAI, MSME, and GST registrations.
Established healthy meal subscription brand driven by cloud kitchens, with 6 years of market success.
7.3   Chennai
Run Rate Sales
INR 78 lakh
EBITDA Margin
20 - 30 %
Partial Stake Sale
INR 1.5 Cr for 33%
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Chocolate and Confectionery Business Investment Opportunity in Salem, India

Manufacturer and marketer of a popular chocolate-based candy product with 70+ clients across South India.
Chocolate and confectionery company, specializing in the manufacturing and marketing of a chocolate-based candy product across India, with a focus on the southern region. - It holds an ISO 9001:2015 certification for its manufacturing facility, demonstrating a commitment to quality and operational standards. - The business has established a strong distribution network, serving over 45 wholesalers, 2 super stockists and 25 distributors, providing a significant reach and market presence. - With a dedicated promoter who possesses over 10 years of experience in confectionery manufacturing and marketing, the company benefits from industry expertise and insights. - The company's flagship product is currently sold across four southern states in India, indicating a regional market penetration and potential for further expansion. - Operating with a lean team, the business maintains a workforce of 14 employees 10 involved in production and 4 in marketing. - The manufacturing capacity of approximately 300 cases per month presents opportunities for scaling production to meet increasing demand and market growth.
6.2   Salem
Run Rate Sales
INR 48 lakh
EBITDA Margin
15 %
Partial Stake Sale
INR 2 Cr for 40%
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Profitable Spices Business Investment Opportunity in Chennai, India

Cooking spices and pastes manufacturing company seeks investment for expansion and working capital.
We provide a solution for all B2B and B2C customers to buy our masala paste to make their job easier. - Our customers save lots of effort like procuring lots of groceries and provisions, storing, cleaning, and 80% of the cooking efforts. - More than 200 SKUs for the future. - Listed SKUs and tested with our acquainted catering company who serves 21,000 meals a day and they are happy about the solution we provided. Now their efforts are reduced from 60% to 70%. - We were earlier supplying the products to the big brands but now we have changed the model to direct supply to the catering and another cooking segment. This shift is the sole reason behind the dip in sales but we are expecting on get back on track within a couple of months. - The company is being transformed from a sole proprietorship to a private limited. - Pending loan of INR 20 lacs from MSME department.
Cooking spices and pastes manufacturing company seeks investment for expansion and working capital.
7.1   Chennai
Run Rate Sales
INR 12 lakh
EBITDA Margin
40 %
Partial Stake Sale
INR 5 Cr for 40%
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Frozen Food Business Investment Opportunity in Nagapattinam, India

Dormant ready-to-eat fish products manufacturer seeks loan to restart operations and establish an online store.
Inoperative manufacturer and wholesaler of ready-to-eat fish products. - The company halted operations due to Covid and has not been reopened yet. No sales recorded since then. - We manufactured for other businesses and under our own brand name as well. - Products were sold to supermarket chains where they were retailed. - Have contacts with vendors along the coast of Tamil Nadu, and also from Gujarat. - Website development is underway, and that will act as an online store. - The partnership has 3 owners with an ownership split of 60:20:20. - Company has pending borrowings of INR 35 lakh to lenders (not banks). - The company has FSSAI, Halal, IEC, and another FSSAI license for manufacturing fish products.
Dormant ready-to-eat fish products manufacturer seeks loan to restart operations and establish an online store.
6.6   Nagapattinam
Run Rate Sales
Nil
EBITDA Margin
Nil
Partial Stake Sale
INR 1 Cr for 25%
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Edible Oil Business Seeking Loan in Chennai, India

Distributors of pure cotton sanitary napkins and edible oil seeks a loan for expansion.
We have two verticals for our business, first is we are engaged in the manufacturing and distribution of cold-pressed edible oils and the second is we are distributors of pure cotton sanitary napkins. - The edible oil is manufactured on job work by a third party, where we procure the raw material from our vendors and source the production from a third party. - We supply the cold-pressed edible oil to Civil Oil Corporation and 100+ supermarkets in Tamil Nadu. - Recently, we started out our business of sanitary napkins and we source them from a third party and sell it under our own brand name. - Currently, we are supplying sanitary napkins to 7 distributors in Tamil Nadu. - The revenue generated from the edible oil vertical is 70% and the rest is from the distribution of sanitary napkins. - On average we generate INR 3 lakh per month from the sanitary napkins. - The promoter has 22 years of experience in sales and marketing.
Distributors of pure cotton sanitary napkins and edible oil seeks a loan for expansion.
6.9   Chennai
Run Rate Sales
INR 1.3 crore
EBITDA Margin
30 %
Business Loan
INR 2 Cr at 10%
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Frozen Food Company Investment Opportunity in Coimbatore, India

Frozen chicken manufacturer providing premium quality products with 90% capacity utilization and major partnerships.
• Established frozen meat manufacturing business located in Coimbatore, India, with 15 employees. • Specializes in delivering premium chicken products with unparalleled quality and service. • Products include chilled and frozen chicken products. • Has achieved several significant milestones within a short span of time, including partnerships with major players in the food industry such as Zomato, Blinkit and Big Basket. • Capacity utilization of 90+%, with majority sales from 3rd party online platforms. • Also have our own online and retail store. • Partnering with Zomato has been the reason for the high growth in sales.
Frozen chicken manufacturer providing premium quality products with 90% capacity utilization and major partnerships.
7.3   Coimbatore
Run Rate Sales
INR 12 crore
EBITDA Margin
7 %
Partial Stake Sale
INR 5 Cr for 20%
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Edible Oil Business Investment Opportunity in Sivaganga, India

Edible oil business seeking investment for expansion, targeting UAE and Singapore markets.
Business manufactures edible oil and operates primarily in local wholesale distribution within a 60-kilometer radius through local distributors and direct B2B sales. - Also imports select products for wholesale distribution, with a specific focus on supplying imported oils to commercial hotels for kitchen use. - All transactions are conducted exclusively with B2B clients. - The manufacturing facility has a daily capacity of 1/2 ton of gingelly oil and 12 tons of blended oil. - The business serves between 50 to 60 clients in total. - The owner possesses 30 years of experience in the industry and holds GST, FSSAI, and Agmark licenses.
6.2   Sivaganga
Run Rate Sales
INR 96 lakh
EBITDA Margin
0 - 10 %
Partial Stake Sale
INR 1 Cr for 40%
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Coffee and Tea Company Investment Opportunity in Neelagiri, India

Green tea and orthodox black tea producer with 30+ years of experience looking for investors.
The business is a niche player in the coffee and tea industry, focusing on the production of green tea and orthodox black tea. - Despite facing a temporary shutdown due to financial constraints, the business is set to resume operations in the upcoming month, presenting an opportunity for potential investors to contribute to its revival. - With a total capacity of 2,000 kilos of green tea per day, the business can readily achieve a production output of 500 kilos per day, providing a clear pathway for scaling operations as demand grows. - Has a unique social impact element, being part of a welfare project for the primitive Nilgiri tribals, which could resonate with socially conscious investors or those looking for ESG (environmental, social, and governance) opportunities. - Importantly, the business is listed with the Tea Board of India and holds a recognized license from them, providing a level of regulatory compliance and industry accreditation that can instill confidence in potential investors. - The owner's extensive 30+ years of experience, particularly in dealing with foreign clients from Indonesia and Germany, adds a layer of expertise and potential market connections that could be leveraged for expansion and export opportunities.
5.9   Neelagiri
Run Rate Sales
Nil
EBITDA Margin
Nil
Partial Stake Sale
INR 2 Cr for 50%
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Snack Manufacturing Company Investment Opportunity in Madurai, India

Healthy snack manufacturing business seeking an investor to open its own experience store.
Business operates in the snack manufacturing industry, with a primary focus on healthy and millet-based products. - The business started 2 years ago, and our sales were slow in the initial days, but the sales have now increased with an increase in our manufacturing capacity since finishing our R&D. - The company is currently based in Chennai and operates its factory in Madurai, leveraging the strategic location for its operations. - With a small team of 10 employees, the business has successfully established a presence in the market, supplying its products to prominent retail chains like Lulu in Gandipur, Kerala, and Hyderabad, as well as to smaller retail outlets. - In addition to traditional retail channels, the company also has a direct-to-consumer presence through its website, logistics for this is taken care by the local courier services. - The product portfolio includes popular items such as roasted and baked millet pops, millet chickees, and zero sugar and zero maida cookies, catering to the growing demand for healthier snack options. - The business has outsourced certain services such as cold storage, popping, shaping, and packaging, allowing for operational flexibility and scalability. - As part of its commitment to quality and compliance, the company is FSSAI registered, demonstrating its adherence to food safety and regulatory standards.
Healthy snack manufacturing business seeking an investor to open its own experience store.
6.7   Chennai
Run Rate Sales
INR 72 lakh
EBITDA Margin
15 %
Partial Stake Sale
INR 50 L for 15%
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Dairy Products Business Investment Opportunity in Krishnagiri, India

Leading dairy product manufacturer is looking forward to expand the business by seeking capital.
We are leading manufacturers of dairy products like paneer, cheese, milk khoya, curd, butter, and ghee. - Procure milk from 10+ local dairies nearby. - On average we manufacture 300 kg as a minimum for each product per month. - We supply our products to 32-40 distributors in Tamil Nadu. - The promoter has 25 years of experience in this industry. - Our business is known for quality and punctuality.
Leading dairy product manufacturer is looking forward to expand the business by seeking capital.
6.8   Krishnagiri
Run Rate Sales
INR 3.6 crore
EBITDA Margin
20 %
Partial Stake Sale
INR 2 Cr for 30%
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Bakery Products Business Seeking Loan in Vellore, India

Cafeteria and bakery business in Vellore serving B2B and B2C customers seeks working capital funds.
Cafeteria and bakery business in Vellore running for 6 years. - We have a cafeteria in one of the well-known colleges in Tamil Nadu which has more than 30K students. - Cafeteria has 65 seats. - We serve sandwich, burgers, pasta, waffles, momos, fried chicken along with bakery items at our cafeteria. - On average we receive 50 orders per day through our own mobile app. - Online orders are mostly made by hostel students. - We also regularly supply to 10-15 canteens, hostels, bakeries on a wholesale basis. - 50% of the revenue is from the cafeteria and 50% is from the wholesale business. - Our mobile app has more than 5,000 downloads so far. - Promoter has more than 10 years of experience in this industry. - Business owns kitchen equipment, mobile app, cafeteria interiors, AC, furniture.
Cafeteria and bakery business in Vellore serving B2B and B2C customers seeks working capital funds.
6.6   Vellore
Run Rate Sales
INR 1.8 crore
EBITDA Margin
20 %
Business Loan
INR 50 L at 15%
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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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