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…
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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…
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...
Unilever offloads Colman’s ahead of McCormick merger
Unilever has confirmed plans to sell off UK mustard brand Colman’s and is actively seeking potential buyers for the business. This is part of the FMCG giant’s restructuring ahead…
Unilever moves towards staff agreement ahead of McCormick deal
Unilever has agreed “commitments” with its European workers ahead of the planned merger of most of its food business with US spices maker McCormick. The post Unilever moves…
Unilever Agrees Two-Year Worker Protection After $65bn McCormick Merger, Memo Shows
Unilever to protect employment terms of workers in its European and British food business for two years after merger with McCormick.