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…
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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…
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 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.”
Becel owner Flora up for sale for 7 billion euros
Investment firm KKR is putting Flora Food Group—the company behind former Unilever margarine brands such as Becel, Bertolli, Blue Band, and Violife—up for sale. A deal could fetch…
Unilever-McCormick deal comes under scrutiny of UK watchdog
McCormick’s acquisition of Unilever food assets is to face the scrutiny of the UK watchdog as the regulator assesses any competition impact. The post Unilever-McCormick deal comes…
McCormick And Unilever Food Deal Faces Competition Scrutiny
The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched an investigation into the $65 billion merger between Unilever's foods business and U.S. sp...
Food giants face Poland ‘shrinkflation’ scrutiny
Poland’s consumer watchdog is examining "shrinkflation" moves in the country by Danone, Mondelez International, Nestlé and Unilever. The post Food giants face Poland…
Unilever, McCormick to put Colman’s up for sale
Unilever and McCormick & Co. have decided to look for a buyer for the UK group’s Colman’s mustard. The post Unilever, McCormick to put Colman’s up for sale appeared first on Just…