L Catterton Europe Takes Minority Stake in Little Moons
March 9, 2022
L Catterton’s Europe fund has acquired a significant minority shareholding in Little Moons, the UK-based premium mochi ice cream brand. The undisclosed minority investment is intended to support Little Moons’ growth and international expansion while partnering with founders Vivien and Howard Wong and their management team.
- Buyers
- L Catterton (Europe Fund)
- Targets
- Little Moons
- Industry
- Food & Beverage
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Transaction Type
- Growth capital
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