{"id":44558,"date":"2025-10-22T11:36:52","date_gmt":"2025-10-22T11:36:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/quickassetsmarket.com\/index.php\/2025\/10\/22\/princes-group-targets-1-24b-valuation-in-london-ipo-as-city-seeks-revival-in-listings\/"},"modified":"2025-10-22T11:36:52","modified_gmt":"2025-10-22T11:36:52","slug":"princes-group-targets-1-24b-valuation-in-london-ipo-as-city-seeks-revival-in-listings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/quickassetsmarket.com\/index.php\/2025\/10\/22\/princes-group-targets-1-24b-valuation-in-london-ipo-as-city-seeks-revival-in-listings\/","title":{"rendered":"Princes Group targets \u00a31.24B valuation in London IPO as city seeks revival in listings"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Princes Group is eyeing a market valuation of up to \u00a31.24 billion ($1.66 billion) for its upcoming London Stock Exchange debut, the Liverpool-based food and beverage company said on Wednesday. <\/p>\n

The move marks one of the most significant listings for a UK-based firm in recent years and comes as London looks to revive its sluggish IPO market<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Earlier this month, British digital lender Shawbrook also announced that it plans to list<\/a> on the main market of the London Stock Exchange in a flotation expected to value the bank at close to \u00a32 billion.<\/p>\n

The company, known for brands such as Princes Tuna, Napolina Pasta and Naked Noodle, is offering shares at a price range of 475 pence to 590 pence, with the potential to raise as much as \u00a3400 million in primary capital. <\/p>\n

Princes said the proceeds will be used to fund future acquisitions and support its broader growth strategy.<\/p>\n

IPO a “natural next step” for the 140-year old brand<\/h2>\n

Princes Group was acquired last year by Italy\u2019s NewPrinces S.p.A. (NWLF.MI) for \u00a3700 million. <\/p>\n

The parent company has committed to subscribing for up to \u00a3200 million worth of shares at the final offer price, signalling confidence in the business\u2019s long-term potential.<\/p>\n

Simon Harrison, CEO of Princes Group said earlier this month the London listing represents a \u201cnatural next step\u201d for the 140-year-old brand as it looks to build scale and diversify. <\/p>\n

“Beyond providing access to capital to execute our M&A [merger and acquisition] ambitions, it will provide a platform to accelerate growth by expanding our product portfolio and expertise, extending our international reach, and attracting top talent as we continue building for the future,” he said.<\/p>\n

NewPrinces shares fell more than 9% on Wednesday following the announcement. <\/p>\n

Despite the dip, the company\u2019s stock has gained over 75% this year as its chairman, Angelo Mastrolia, continues to reshape the group\u2019s strategy around acquisitions and brand expansion.<\/p>\n

Ambitious acquisition plans<\/h2>\n

The IPO will also give Princes its own listed equity, which can be used as a currency for mergers and acquisitions. <\/p>\n

In an interview with Bloomberg, Mastrolia said the company is seeking packaged-food businesses in Central Europe with annual revenues of at least \u20ac200 million. <\/p>\n

In the US and Asia, the company is targeting larger strategic assets.<\/p>\n

Overall, Mastrolia aims to add between \u00a31 billion and \u00a31.5 billion in annual revenue through medium-term acquisitions. <\/p>\n

Princes Group reported \u00a32.1 billion in revenue for its last fiscal year and \u00a3964 million for the first half of 2025. <\/p>\n

Net profit rose sharply to \u00a330.5 million in the first half of this year, compared to \u00a39.2 million for 2024.<\/p>\n

Analysts warn of consumer caution<\/h2>\n

Market analysts remain cautiously optimistic. <\/p>\n

Dan Coatsworth, head of markets at AJ Bell, said that while Princes\u2019 brands are household staples, they face potential substitution risks from supermarket-owned labels as cost-of-living pressures persist.<\/p>\n

\u201cPrinces could be the victim of grocery product substitution, and that would be a terrible start to life as a UK-listed entity,\u201d Coatsworth said, adding that upcoming fiscal policy changes in the autumn budget could dampen consumer sentiment further.<\/p>\n

Still, Coatsworth noted that Princes\u2019 diversified growth strategy \u2014 including expansion into Italian foods, oils, seafood, beverages, and emerging categories such as infant nutrition and free-from products \u2014 could attract long-term investors.<\/p>\n

A boost for London\u2019s IPO market<\/h2>\n

If successful, the Princes IPO would be London\u2019s largest listing by a UK-based company since Pantheon Infrastructure in 2021. <\/p>\n

It adds to a modest but noticeable uptick in public offerings, as the city seeks to reclaim investor confidence after slipping out of the top 20 global IPO markets earlier this year.<\/p>\n

Princes\u2019 debut will be closely watched by analysts and policymakers alike as a test of whether London can reignite its appeal for major listings amid growing global competition.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

The post Princes Group targets \u00a31.24B valuation in London IPO as city seeks revival in listings<\/a> appeared first on Invezz<\/a><\/p>\n

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