Japanese-based home builder and forestry group sees vertical opportunities and investment yield return in an expanding U.S. multi-regional operator footprint. On Jan. 1, the home building sector had its first major mergers and acquisition deal close, as Dan Ryan Builders sold a major equity stake to Sumitomo Forestry.
1 The average cost of a wedding cake is $543, according to The Bridal Association of America. 2  For wedding cakes, most bakeries and pastry chefs charge by the slice. 3  A low-end option would be a smaller tiered cake in chocolate or vanilla paired with a sheet cake for cutting for around $1.50 a slice. Decorations make a big difference in the per-slice cost. 2  Fresh flowers are one of the easiest and least expensive ways to decorate a cake. 3  Fondant, which can cover a cake in a smooth, satiny shell, is one of the most expensive; it can add $1 or more per slice. 4  Elaborate fondant decorations increase the price even more.
I would try asking this on your local board. You'll get a better idea of how much cakes cost in your area and it can vary a lot by region. That said, typically bakers quote wedding cake prices in cost per slice. We looked at cakes taround Chicago hat ranged from $2.00 to $3.50 per slice. would try asking this on your local board. You'll get a better idea of how much cakes cost in your area and it can vary a lot by region. That said, typically bakers quote wedding cake prices in cost per slice. We looked at cakes taround Chicago hat ranged from $2.00 to $3.50 per slice.