Emerging market majors snap up Western businesses

MEXICO: Arca Continental buys US snack firm Wise Foods

Mexican food and drink group Arca Continental has bolstered its snacks business with two acquisitions, including the purchase of US…

In the spotlight: Hard work ahead for new Weetabix owner Bright Food

Ambitious Bright Food, the Chinese state-backed food group, missed out on previous Western targets like United Biscuits and Yoplait but…

In the spotlight: Indian Adelie takeover adds spice to M&A debate

The rise of the emerging markets of the East has led some M&A watchers to believe companies in markets like…