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Bell Food Group Ltd is a leading European manufacturer of meat products and convenience foods, holding the top position in Switzerland. Founded in 1869 by Samuel Bell in Basel, where its headquarters remain, the company specializes in processing fresh meat, poultry, charcuterie, seafood, and a wide array of convenience items including salads, sandwiches, ready meals, pasta, soups, sauces, and plant-based alternatives. Its portfolio features prominent brands such as Bell, Abraham, Zimbo, Môssieur Polette, Hilcona, Hügli, Eisberg, and Hubers, serving retail, food service, and food processing sectors across Europe. Organized into divisions like Bell Switzerland, Bell International, Hubers/Sütag, and Convenience (encompassing Eisberg, Hilcona, and Hügli), it operates over 65 locations in 13-15 countries with more than 13,000 employees, generating billions in annual sales. Bell Food Group Ltd maintains an integrated value chain, from egg to ready-to-serve products in poultry, and emphasizes sustainable sourcing and innovation in vegetarian, vegan, and regional specialties like Black Forest ham and Bündnerfleisch, solidifying its role as a key player in the European food industry.
Operating margin is thin at 2.42%. Limited cushion if revenue slows or costs rise, not the profile of a wide-moat business.
Revenue grew 3.3%, steady but not accelerating.
Net debt of CHF 866M represents 262.4x FCF, leverage limits flexibility.
Profitability & Returns
Revenue (TTM)
CHF 4.88B
▲ +3.3% YoY
Net Income (TTM)
CHF 70M
▼ -43.7% YoY
Op. Margin
2.42%
▼ -1.1pp YoY
ROIC
3.21%
▼ -1.8pp YoY
Cash Flow & Balance Sheet
FCF (TTM)
CHF 3M
▲ +128.7% YoY
Op. Cash Flow (TTM)
CHF 17M
▼ -83.4% YoY
Net Debt
CHF 866M
Cash & Equiv.
CHF 126M
3Y CAGR: +4.2%
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