Cosmos Health Completes Acquisition of Pelofarm's Pharmacy Distribution Network; Annual Revenue Poised to Grow by Over $5 Million
Cosmos Health (NASDAQ:COSM), a global healthcare group, has acquired Pelofarm's pharmacy distribution network in Arcadia, Greece. This strategic move is expected to boost Cosmos Health's annual revenue by over $5 million. The acquisition, through CosmoFarm Pharmaceuticals, expands their reach to more than 30 pharmacies, with plans to add 20 more in the region. This follows their recent acquisitions of Bikas GP and Pharmatrade, aiming to increase total annual revenue by over $15 million. CEO Greg Siokas highlighted the importance of this acquisition for sustained profitability and market share growth.
- Acquisition of Pelofarm's network expected to increase annual revenue by over $5 million.
- Expansion to over 30 pharmacies in Arcadia, with potential to reach 20 more.
- Recent acquisitions (Bikas GP and Pharmatrade) collectively projected to increase revenue by $15 million.
- Enhanced service capabilities and synergies expected to improve customer service.
- CosmoFarm's state-of-the-art facility in Athens supports efficient operations.
- No specific financial figures disclosed for the cost of acquisition.
- Uncertain integration challenges with new acquisitions.
- Potential dilution of focus due to multiple acquisitions.
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The acquisition of Pelofarm’s pharmacy distribution network by Cosmos Health is a significant move. The anticipated annual revenue increase of
This acquisition aligns with the company's goal to diversify and scale its operations, which is generally positive for long-term growth. However, operational execution and market reception will be key to realizing these benefits.
The move to acquire Pelofarm and expand into the Arcadia region positions Cosmos Health strategically within the pharmaceutical distribution market in Greece. The synergies from the integration of advanced technological systems like A-Frame and ROWA can significantly improve operational efficiency, leading to better service delivery and customer satisfaction. For investors, this implies that Cosmos Health is not only expanding its footprint but also enhancing its service capabilities, which can lead to increased customer loyalty and market share. However, the real test will be in the effective management of this expanded network and maintaining service quality during the integration period.
It's important for investors to monitor the company's ability to leverage these technological advancements to achieve the desired operational efficiencies and revenue growth.
CHICAGO, IL / ACCESSWIRE / June 13, 2024 / Cosmos Health Inc. ("Cosmos Health" or the "Company'') (NASDAQ:COSM), a diversified, vertically integrated global healthcare group engaged in innovative R&D, owner of proprietary pharmaceutical and nutraceutical brands, manufacturer and distributor of healthcare products, and operator of a telehealth platform, announced today the successful closing of the acquisition of the pharmacy distribution network owned by PELOFARM Ι.Κ.Ε. ("Pelofarm"), an established pharmaceutical wholesale company operating in the region of Arcadia, Greece, since 1985.
This strategic bolt-on transaction, through the Company's wholly-owned subsidiary CosmoFarm Pharmaceuticals S.A. ("CosmoFarm"), entails the acquisition of Pelofarm's sales and distribution network, which currently serves more than 30 well-established pharmacies in Arcadia and surrounding areas in the central Peloponnese. Additionally, CosmoFarm is well-positioned to expand its reach to at least 20 more pharmacies in the region, leveraging enhanced service capabilities and synergies to ensure superior customer service.
Entering Arcadia marks a new territory for CosmoFarm, which currently focuses on the greater Athens market with its modern, state-of-the-art, 2,800-square-meter facility utilizing the most advanced technological systems such as A-Frame and ROWA, enabling automated procurement, inventory management, and order execution with speed and accuracy.
The addition of Pelofarm's network is anticipated to increase the Company's annual revenue by at least
Greg Siokas, Chief Executive Officer of Cosmos Health, stated: "Over the past year, our logistics business, CosmoFarm, has been capturing increasing market share organically as well as through aggressive M&A. With the acquisition of Pelofarm, our annual revenue is expected to increase by more than
About Cosmos Health Inc.
Cosmos Health Inc. (Nasdaq:COSM), incorporated in 2009 in Nevada, is a diversified, vertically integrated global healthcare group. The Company owns a portfolio of proprietary pharmaceutical and nutraceutical brands, including Sky Premium Life®, Mediterranation®, bio-bebe® and C-Sept®. Through its subsidiary Cana Laboratories S.A., licensed under European Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and certified by the European Medicines Agency, it manufactures pharmaceuticals, food supplements, cosmetics, biocides, and medical devices within the European Union. Cosmos Health also distributes a broad line of pharmaceuticals and parapharmaceuticals, including branded generics and OTC medications, to retail pharmacies and wholesale distributors through its subsidiaries in Greece and the UK. Furthermore, the Company has established R&D partnerships targeting major health disorders such as obesity, diabetes, and cancer, enhanced by artificial intelligence drug repurposing technologies, and focuses on the R&D of novel patented nutraceuticals, specialized root extracts, proprietary complex generics, and innovative OTC products. Cosmos Health has also entered the telehealth space through the acquisition of ZipDoctor, Inc., based in Texas, USA. With a global distribution platform, the Company is currently expanding throughout Europe, Asia, and North America, and has offices and distribution centers in Thessaloniki and Athens, Greece, and in Harlow, UK. More information is available at www.cosmoshealthinc.com, www.skypremiumlife.com, www.cana.gr, www.zipdoctor.co, as well as LinkedIn and X.
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