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Danone plays “offensive” to fix North America EDP underperformance

As the French giant faced challenges in Mizone hydration drinks in China, CFO Juergen Esser insisted the brand is a strategic fit.

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Simply Good Foods braces for pricing challenge to reset gross margins

The nutrition business is investing behind its brands to create long-term value for shareholders.

Former Hilton chief Steve Murrells takes Samworth CEO role 

Murrells will take over from Simon Wookey, who will step down in June to pursue “a number of other projects”.

Almarai ventures into red meat with Haboor brand

The Saudi Arabia-based food and beverage company called the launch an “important milestone that will further diversify” its portfolio.

Boparan-backed Roberts Bakery investment creates UK jobs

The investment will fund a new production line for chocolate and “high-protein” clusters at the Little Treats Bakery unit.

Dutch regulator blocks Unilever’s Unox sale to Zwanenberg

The ACM has rejected the deal despite resolutions proposed by Zwanenberg to sell production lines.

Acquisitive Umios ups shareholding in New Zealand’s Sanford

Umios, formerly known as Maruha Nichiro, has been building up its seafood portfolio through M&A and share purchases.

Thai Union buys Phelps Pet Products

Thai Union said in a filing that the deal's objective is “to expand the group's business opportunities” in the US.

Umios adds to acquisition spree with High Liner Foods

The Tokyo-listed group has outlined plans to position High Liner as its core North American platform.

Goldman Sachs, Houlihan Lokey top consumer M&A charts in Q1–Q3 – data

According to GlobalData figures, Goldman Sachs advised on ten transactions worth $57.14bn, placing it first by value.