Yoshiharu Closes Acquisition of Three Las Vegas Restaurants
Yoshiharu Global Co. (NASDAQ:YOSH), a California-based restaurant operator specializing in Japanese ramen, has completed its acquisition of three Las Vegas restaurants for $3.6 million. The purchase involved a mix of cash, promissory notes, and convertible notes, giving the seller an option to convert debt into YOSH common shares. The seller will continue as managing director of the acquired restaurants. Yoshiharu expects these restaurants to generate $6 million in annual revenue in 2024 and aims to break even in the latter half of 2024, with profitability projected for 2025.
- Acquisition of three Las Vegas restaurants for $3.6 million.
- Projected $6 million in annual revenue from acquired restaurants in 2024.
- Seller's involvement as managing director ensures continuity.
- Plan to break even in H2 2024.
- Expected profitability in 2025.
- Acquisition financed partially through convertible notes, potentially diluting YOSH shares.
- No immediate profitability; break-even point projected in late 2024.
- Reliance on seller's management to sustain success.
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Yoshiharu Global Co.'s acquisition of three Las Vegas restaurants for
From a financial perspective, the expectation to break even by the second half of 2024 and become profitable in 2025 is ambitious but achievable if managed efficiently. However, investors should keep an eye on the integration costs and the ability to maintain the operational excellence of the newly acquired restaurants. Potential risks could include unexpected integration challenges and market competition in Las Vegas.
This acquisition allows Yoshiharu to enter the competitive Las Vegas market, known for its diverse culinary scene and high foot traffic. The strategic location could provide Yoshiharu with increased brand visibility and customer base expansion. The expected revenues of
However, the success of this expansion also depends on how well Yoshiharu adapts to local tastes and competition. Las Vegas hosts numerous high-quality dining options and standing out will require maintaining high quality and unique offerings. Investors should monitor local market penetration and customer response over the next few quarters to gauge the acquisition's success.
In the restaurant industry, acquisitions are not just about financials but also about maintaining the culinary identity and operational standards of the acquired establishments. By retaining the Seller as the managing director, Yoshiharu ensures continuity in management and potentially smoother integration. This move can help preserve the existing customer base while leveraging the Seller's local expertise.
However, the success of this acquisition will hinge on Yoshiharu's ability to meld its brand identity with that of the acquired restaurants. Maintaining menu quality, service standards and customer experience will be critical in sustaining and growing the expected revenue streams.
BUENA PARK, CA / ACCESSWIRE / June 17, 2024 / Yoshiharu Global Co. (NASDAQ:YOSH) ("Yoshiharu" or the "Company"), a California-based restaurant operator specializing in authentic Japanese ramen, has closed the previously announced asset purchase agreement with a restaurant operator ("Seller") to acquire certain restaurant assets held by Jjanga LLC, HJH LLC and Ramen Aku LLC for an aggregate
The acquisition was financed through a combination of cash, promissory note, and a convertible note, which provides the Seller with the option to convert the debt into Class A YOSH common shares. The Seller will also serve as the managing director of each restaurant through an employment agreement.
"I am pleased to announce the successful acquisition of three renowned Las Vegas restaurants," said James Chae, Yoshiharu's President, CEO, and Chairman of the Board. "With
About Yoshiharu Global Co.
Yoshiharu is a fast-growing restaurant operator and was born out of the idea of introducing the modernized Japanese dining experience to customers all over the world. Specializing in Japanese ramen, Yoshiharu gained recognition as a leading ramen restaurant in Southern California within six months of its 2016 debut and has continued to expand its top-notch restaurant service across the West Coast, currently owning and operating 11 restaurants.
For more information, please visit www.yoshiharuramen.com.
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Investor Relations Contact:
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YOSH@gateway-grp.com
SOURCE: YOSHIHARU GLOBAL CO.
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