Groupe Danone has agreed a deal with the sandwich retail chain Subway’s in the US that will see its Dannon yoghurt sold in over 20,000 stores nationwide.

Go deeper with GlobalData

Data Insights

The gold standard of business intelligence.

Find out more


The move has been heralded as part of Danone’s plans to turn the US into its top yoghurt market within the next five years. It currently rates as number three behind France and Spain.


Speaking to the news service MarketWatch, Juan Carlos Dalto, chief executive of Dannon Co., the US subsidiary of the French dairy giant said: “We see the US as a tremendous opportunity.”


He added that selling to restaurants “has always been an obsession for us, but it hasn’t always been easy for us to build a sustainable and profitable business. This is the first time we find a clear win-win situation. This would give us massive reach.”

GlobalData Strategic Intelligence

US Tariffs are shifting - will you react or anticipate?

Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard. Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis.

By GlobalData

Just Food Excellence Awards - Have you nominated?

Nominations are now open for the prestigious Just Food Excellence Awards - one of the industry's most recognised programmes celebrating innovation, leadership, and impact. This is your chance to showcase your achievements, highlight industry advancements, and gain global recognition. Don't miss the opportunity to be honoured among the best - submit your nomination today!

Nominate Now