Capstone Targets Growth in Southeast, Identifies Key Acquisition Candidates

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Capstone Holding Corp. (NASDAQ:CAPS) has announced its strategic expansion plans targeting the Southeast U.S. market, where it has identified over 1,500 potential acquisition candidates in the building products distribution sector.

In response to current economic challenges including persistent inflation and high interest rates, the company sees a strategic opportunity for growth through M&A activities. CEO Matt Lipman emphasizes that Capstone's Instone platform provides the necessary scale, infrastructure, and operational discipline needed in the current market environment.

The company is actively engaging in discussions with potential partners in the Southeast region, where their team already has an established presence. Capstone positions itself as a partner that can help building products distribution companies grow, adapt, and maintain their legacy through strategic partnerships.

Positive

• Large market opportunity with 1,500+ potential acquisition targets identified
• Established presence in Southeast U.S. with team already on ground
• Strategic positioning to capitalize on current economic conditions

Negative

• Operating in challenging economic environment with persistent inflation and high interest rates
• Success dependent on ability to execute and integrate acquisitions
• Forward-looking strategy with inherent execution risks

Management has identified 1500+ targets to bolster operations

ALSIP, IL / ACCESS Newswire / April 9, 2025 / Capstone Holding Corp. (the "Company" or "Capstone"), (NASDAQ:CAPS), a national building products distribution company with a track record of both organic growth and well-timed acquisitions is pursuing opportunities in the Southeast U.S - a region with over 1,500 acquisition candidates.

In today's uncertain economic climate-marked by persistent inflation, high interest rates, and shifting policy-Capstone sees a unique window to accelerate growth through strategic M&A.

Matt Lipman, CEO of Capstone, stated, "Navigating this environment requires scale, infrastructure, and operational discipline. Our Instone platform offers exactly that. Owners and operators increasingly recognize that partnering with Capstone provides the foundation to grow, adapt, and preserve their legacy."

Lipman continued, "We are focused on acquiring building products distribution companies in the Southeast, where our team is already on the ground and actively engaged in discussions."

Companies interested in exploring a partnership are encouraged to contact Matt Lipman to schedule a confidential meeting.

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About Capstone Holding Corp. (CAPS)

Capstone Holding Corp. is a building products distribution company that has successfully grown its business organically and through well-timed acquisitions. We intend to use the distribution backbone of our operating subsidiary, that currently services 31 US states, to provide a value-added platform to make acquisitions. A key differentiator of the Company's strategy is that it maintains over half of its revenue from brands it owns or controls. Current products include stone veneer, landscape stone, and modular masonry fireplaces. Capstone's corporate headquarters is located in Alsip, Illinois. For more information, please visit the Company's website: www.capstoneholdingcorp.com.

Contact:

Matthew Lipman
Chief Executive Officer
Capstone Holding Corp.
Email: investors@capstoneholdingcorp.com
Website: www.capstoneholdingcorp.com

SOURCE: Capstone Holding Corp.

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FAQ

How many acquisition targets has Capstone (CAPS) identified in the Southeast US?

Capstone has identified over 1,500 potential acquisition targets in the Southeast U.S. building products distribution sector.

What is Capstone's (CAPS) expansion strategy for 2025 in the Southeast?

Capstone is pursuing strategic M&A opportunities in the Southeast, focusing on acquiring building products distribution companies through their Instone platform.

What market conditions is Capstone (CAPS) leveraging for its acquisition strategy?

Capstone is leveraging current economic conditions marked by persistent inflation and high interest rates as a unique window for accelerating growth through strategic M&A.

What does Capstone (CAPS) offer to potential acquisition partners in the Southeast?

Capstone offers scale, infrastructure, and operational discipline through its Instone platform, helping partners grow, adapt, and preserve their legacy.