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M&A / Property

Restart enters definitive deal to acquire Holy Crap

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Executive Summary

  • Restart Life Sciences Corp. has executed a definitive share purchase agreement to acquire 100 % of Holy Crap Foods Inc. for $1 million cash.
  • The transaction includes Holy Crap’s portfolio of consumer‑health brands and its British Columbia manufacturing facility, which will become a wholly‑owned subsidiary of Restart Life.
  • Closing is expected within the next ten business days, subject to customary conditions, and aligns with Restart Life’s strategy to add revenue‑generating, health‑focused consumer brands.

Key Details

  • Purchase Price: $1 million cash (subject to working‑capital adjustments).
  • Seller: Happy Belly Coffee Inc., a subsidiary of Happy Belly Food Group Inc. (CSE: HBFG).
  • Acquired Assets: All issued and outstanding shares of Holy Crap Foods Inc.; brand portfolio; BC‑based manufacturing facility.
  • Closing Timeline: Anticipated within 10 business days after signing, pending customary closing conditions and any post‑closing adjustments per the definitive agreement.
  • Strategic Rationale: Enhances Restart Life’s presence in the wellness consumer market, adds an established revenue base, and provides operational flexibility for current and future product lines.
  • Post‑Closing Plans: Holy Crap to operate as a wholly owned subsidiary; existing operations will be maintained while evaluating expansion, product development, and integration opportunities.
  • Management Commentary: CEO Steve Loutskou highlighted the acquisition’s fit with strategic objectives, the brand’s strong revenue base, and commitment to sustainable, prudent growth.

Notable Quotes

“We believe Holy Crap represents a well‑established brand with an existing revenue base and manufacturing capabilities that complement our long‑term objectives.” – Steve Loutskou, CEO, Restart Life Sciences Corp.

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