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.
1 On average, a sheet cake can cost anywhere from $20 to as much as $150. 2  Customized cakes can cost upwards of $150+ depending on what kind of design needs to be done as well as the reputation of the baker. 3  For example, Cake Delight.com sells cakes in various sizes.