Del Monte says yes to private-equity bid

In the spotlight – What lies ahead for Del Monte Foods?

After weeks of speculation, the senior management at Del Monte Foods said yes last week to a takeover bid for…

UPDATE 2: US: Del Monte Foods sold for $5.3bn

Del Monte Foods has confirmed that it has been sold to consortium of three private-equity groups in a deal worth…

On the money: Del Monte confident of consumer division growth

US food group Del Monte Foods is optimistic that its consumer business will bounce back in the second half. The…

US: Del Monte cuts sales forecast

US food group Del Monte Foods today (13 July) cut its forecast for annual sales as it revealed plans to…

On the money: Del Monte chief defends marketing spend

Del Monte Foods chief Rick Wolford today (10 June) defended the company's decision to boost its recent marketing expenditure and…