Consumer & Retail Investment Banking
In the fast-paced, competitive world of the consumer industry, investors and business owners navigate various challenges to keep up with the latest trends. Fifth Third’s dedicated professionals on the Consumer Investment Banking team leverage their deep, sector expertise and years of M&A experience to unlock value for our clients.
Our senior-level bankers are committed to leading every transaction and bring years of dedicated experience across the consumer services, food & beverage, media & entertainment, restaurants and retail & consumer products sectors. The consumer industry is a vital part of our economy and a cornerstone of our broader M&A solution. Our team leverages the full-service resources of one of the nation’s leading banking platforms to tailor solutions that meet our client’s specific objectives.
Consumer Sectors We Serve
Our Services
At Fifth Third, we deliver tailored solutions that aim to achieve our clients’ specific shareholder goals, limit business disruption, drive valuation, and increase certainty of close. Our capabilities include sell-side and buy-side advisory, capital raising, and strategic advisory services. From initial engagement through closing, we form a trusting partnership with our clients and guide them through the unique intricacies of each transaction.
Consumer Leadership Team
We are a purpose-built team with deep expertise and relationships across the consumer landscape. Our talented and accomplished leadership team is committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients. Our seasoned professionals average over a decade of experience within the consumer sector, providing a differentiated perspective that is unmatched in the industry.
Select Transactions & Case Studies
Alder Partners, LLC | Flynn Group LP
Fifth Third Capital Markets Role: Exclusive Financial Advisor
Transaction Type: M&A Advisory
Industry: Consumer & Retail
The Father's Table
Fifth Third Capital Markets Role: Exclusive Financial Advisor
Transaction Type: M&A Advisory
Industry: Consumer & Retail
Eagles Enterprise
Fifth Third Capital Markets Role: Exclusive Financial Advisor
Transaction Type: M&A Advisory
Industry: Downstream Petroleum
Orscheln Farm and Home LLC ("Orscheln Farm and Home")
Fifth Third Capital Markets Role: Exclusive Financial Advisor
Transaction Type: M&A Advisory
Industry: Consumer & Retail
Eleven Eleven Holdings (a Sola Salon Franchisee)
Fifth Third Capital Markets Role: Exclusive Financial Advisor
Transaction Type: M&A Advisory
Industry: Consumer & Retail
Coldwater Capital, LLC
Fifth Third Capital Markets Role: Financial Advisor
Transaction Type: M&A Advisory
Industry: Consumer & Retail
JK&T Wings, Inc.
Fifth Third Capital Markets Role: Exclusive Financial Advisor
Transaction Type: M&A
Industry: Consumer & Retail
Waffle Waffle, LLC, dba Happi Foodi | Maruha Nichiro Corporation
Fifth Third Capital Markets Role: Financial Advisor
Transaction Type: Minority Equity Investment
Industry: Consumer & Retail
*Executed by Fifth Third Securities, Inc.
**Executed by H2C Securities Inc.