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Red Dragon Foods Case Analysis
Claire Mackey is the Director of Finance and Planning. Her alternative solution is to acquire smaller companies in order to increase product portfolio. These smaller companies focus on healthier, more convenient, in addition to flavored options. Mackey presents three companies: Roarin’ Cajun Foods, Red Dragon Foods, and Brothers Gourmet.The Roarin’ Cajun Foods would cost between $16.8 - $19.6 million with a 15.55% EBITA margin. The Red Dragon Foods company has a lower EBITA margin at 11.66% in addition to costing between $25.2 - $29.4 million. Finally, the Brothers Gourmet would cost the company between $20.4 - $23.8 million. Their EBITA margin is the highest of the three topping out at
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