Who might be in the race for UK sports-nutrition business Grenade?
We weigh up the possible runners and riders for Grenade, the UK sports-nutrition business that could be set for fresh ownership.
Deal or no deal
Why Nestle is seen at front of pack in Horlicks race
Some major names in the food and drinks industries are said to have eyed up the GlaxoSmithKline assets under review - at the centre of which is the Horlicks brand in India. Which suitor could win out?
Why Kraft Heinz should steer clear of Campbell
Dean Best is unsure whether, as has been reported in the US, Kraft Heinz should be looking at a possible move for Campbell Soup Co.
Should Nestle buy Hain Celestial?
Nestle was this week reportedly said to be eyeing a possible takeover bid for US natural and organic products group Hain Celestial - but would it be a shrewd move for the world's largest food maker? Andy Coyne reports.
Who could swoop for Diamond Foods?
Diamond Foods side-stepped market talk it has put itself up for sale and even suggested it would be open to broadening its own portfolio during a conference call with analysts this week. However, this does not mean the US snacks group's management is closed to the idea of the company shopping itself. Katy Askew takes a look at the possibility of a deal and who could be interested in a punt for the Kettle Chips maker.
Deal or no deal: How Findus acquisition would benefit Nomad
Since Nomad Holdings announced it had acquired European frozen food firm Iglo Group, the market has been waiting for the investment firm's next deal to help its ambition of building…
Deal or no deal: Why Quorn is a tasty takeover treat
Rumours that private equity-owned Quorn Foods could have piqued the interest of the US's WhiteWave Foods caused a stir this week. Neither company was prepared to comment and it may…
Deal or no deal: How restructuring at Unilever could lead to more portfolio adjustments
Unilever is establishing a stand-alone unit for its spreads brands, prompting fresh speculation that the group could be preparing for a sale of the business. At the same time, this…
Deal or no deal: How a frozen sale makes sense for Kerry
Kerry Group is reportedly mulling the sale of its frozen food business. The company has seen strong sales and profit momentum at its ingredients unit but endured a lacklustre performance…
Deal or no deal: Should Danone make a play for Mead Johnson?
Rumours linking Danone to Mead Johnson have periodically surfaced over the past five years. Much of the rationale justifying such a significant move lies in Danone's strategy in key emerging…
Deal or no deal: Will United Biscuits owners float or sell?
Blackstone Group and PAI Partners are progressing with plans to offload UK Jacob's-to-McVitie's manufacturer United Biscuits. The question on everyone's lips is whether the business will be floated or sold.…
