Unilever Flags Price Hikes As Iran War Costs Stack Up
Consumer goods firm Unilever expects further price rises in Q4 and next year as it passes on higher costs linked to the Iran war.
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Focus on “power brands” continues to pay off for Unilever
Unilever posted better-than-expected third-quarter results thanks to strong performance from its leading brands in the household, personal care, and beauty categories. The food…
Dutch regulator blocks Unilever’s Unox sale to Zwanenberg
The Dutch anti-trust regulator has blocked Unilever’s sale of the Unox brand almost two years after the deal with Zwanenberg was announced. The post Dutch regulator blocks…
Dutch Regulator Blocks Takeover Of Unilever's Unox Brand
Dutch market regulator ACM said it would not allow the takeover of Unilever Dutch soup and sausage brand Unox by Zwanenberg Food Group.
Competition regulator blocks Unox deal between Unilever and Zwanenberg
If Zwanenberg Food Group acquires the Unox and Zwan brands from Unilever, it could lead to higher prices for smoked sausages, cooked sausages, and soups, fears the Dutch…
Unilever To Sell Welly Bandage Brand To Forward Consumer Partners
Unilever has agreed to sell Welly Health PBC to private-equity firm Forward Consumer Partners, but did not disclose financial terms.
India regulator accuses Nestlé, Unilever of misleading health claims
India’s food-safety watchdog has accused Nestlé and Hindustan Unilever of making “misleading” health claims. The post India regulator accuses Nestlé, Unilever of misleading health…
McCormick and Unilever deal one step closer: US approves, now it’s up to the UK
McCormick has cleared a major hurdle in the United States regarding its planned acquisition of Unilever's food business. However, the transaction has not yet been finalized, as…
Unilever also sells baby care brand Zwitsal
Unilever sells baby care brand Zwitsal to the Dutch Royal Sanders. The producer of, among others, Melkmeisje, Van Gils and Odorex will take over the brand at the beginning of next…
Unilever accused of “double standards” for workers post McCormick merger
The IUF has accused Unilever of “double standards” in negotiations for workers in and outside of Europe post the McCormick deal. The post Unilever accused of “double standards”…
McCormick and Unilever’s $45B merger under investigation in UK
The companies, which expect to close their transaction in 2027, are already looking to sell Colman’s mustard “to address potential competition concerns.”
Unilever Won't Discuss Worker Guarantee In McCormick Deal, IUF Says
Unilever "refuses to engage" with union body IUF over demands that a two-year employment guarantee agreed with European workers under its planned...