A new analysis from consulting firm KPMG has identified several major Italian companies on a trajectory for significant expansion, including key players in the coffee sector. The report highlights roaster Lavazza and equipment manufacturer De'Longhi as businesses approaching the €4 billion revenue mark, a key indicator of global scale.
According to the report, which surveyed Italy's largest private enterprises, Lavazza's revenue has surpassed €3.3 billion, while De'Longhi's is approximately €3.4 billion. The analysis also noted the growth of Massimo Zanetti Beverage Group (MZBG), which exceeded €1.3 billion in consolidated revenue. The study suggests that crossing the €4 billion threshold allows a company to operate as a global industrial platform, enhancing its investment capacity and market resilience.
This dimensional growth is primarily fueled by internationalization and a strategy of mergers and acquisitions (M&A). For the coffee industry, this trend points toward continued consolidation, as major groups like Lavazza and MZBG actively pursue acquisitions to strengthen their global footprint. This ongoing consolidation at the top tier of the market has significant implications for competition and supply chain dynamics worldwide.