The Perdigao, Sadia merger

After months of speculation and a previous failed attempt to combine their operations, the announcement of the merger between Perdigao and Sadia came as little surprise to the market. While the rationale behind the merger is compelling, Katy Humphries contends that, in many respects, it is a deal born out of necessity.

COMMENT: Brasil Foods – a marriage of necessity

20 May 2009

After months of speculation and a previous failed attempt to combine their operations, the announcement of the merger between Perdigao and Sadia came as little surprise to the market. While the rationale behind the merger is compelling, Katy Humphries contends that, in many respects, it is a deal born out of necessity.

UPDATE: BRAZIL: Perdigao-Sadia merger to “spur international growth”

20 May 2009

Two of Brazil’s largest food manufacturers, Perdigao and Sadia, have claimed their plans to merge would create an “international powerhouse” in the food industry.

Perdigão and Sadia – the soon-to-be Brasil Foods

19 May 2009

Two of Latin America's largest food companies have today (19 May) announced plans to merge, a move that will create the world's largest poultry processor and a food giant operating in categories from pizza to desserts.

BRAZIL: Perdigao, Sadia announce tie-up

19 May 2009

Brazil’s largest food company Perdigao and smaller rival Sadia today (19 May) announced a long-awaited merger that will see the creation of the world’s largest poultry company.

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