Chobani has been approached by parties eyeing a possible investment in the US-based yoghurt maker and has appointed advisors to mull over the interest, just-food understands.

Reports in the US have suggested Chobani is looking at selling a minority stake in the business.

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According to a report carried by Bloomberg, citing people familiar with the situation, Chobani is looking for an investment from a company that could help increase distribution and production as it aims to meet growing demand for its products. Reports suggest Goldman Sachs has been appointed to explore the sale of the stake.

Any deal may involve a buyout of a stake held in Chobani by private-equity firm TPG Capital. TPG invested US$750m in Chobani last year, although the size of any stake secured in the company.

A spokesperson for Chobani refused to comment when approached by just-food.TPG declined to comment.

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Goldman Sachs could not be reached for comment at the time of publication.

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