Feb 13, 2025
An investment fund, Irth Capital Management, supported by a member of Qatar’s royal family, is reportedly considering a significant move to acquire the well-known American pizza franchise, Papa John’s, in a deal estimated at $1.4 billion. Irth, co-founded by Matthew Bradshaw and Sheikh Mohamed “Moe” al Thani, a Qatari royal family member, has reportedly been in discussions with advisors about orchestrating a take-private bid for Papa John’s. For more details, see the original report on Yahoo Finance.
According to data from the IndexBox platform, the pizza industry has been undergoing various shifts with competitive dynamics playing a crucial role. While Papa John’s has faced challenges in keeping up with competitors such as Yum! Brands and Domino’s, the interest from Irth Capital suggests potential for rejuvenation. Irth disclosed a 4.99% stake in Papa John’s last year, indicating strategic interest beneath mandatory disclosure levels.
Irth, managing approximately $200 million, has made similar maneuvers in the past by acquiring companies like Bojangles and Casper. Despite the unclear financing structure for the potential bid, al Thani’s previous experience with the Qatari sovereign wealth fund suggests potential for substantial financial backing.
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