Food & Beverages M&A Transactions

Alibaba Group proposes a $1.5 billion acquisition of Pupu, a major Chinese online grocery platform, intensifying competition in the instant retail sector.

JAB Holding Company completes divestiture of its final Keurig Dr Pepper shares. Learn about JAB's ongoing consumer investment strategy and portfolio.

Starbucks

Starbucks weighs a $2.5B-$3.1B stake sale of its Japan operations, presenting a major opportunity for private equity investors.

Solina USA Inc. has acquired Twang Foodservice from Encore Consumer Capital, expanding its reach in the beverage systems and flavorings sector.

CD&R and Platinum Equity continue pursuit of Nestlé's water division, valued at $5.8 billion, after PAI Partners and KKR exit.

Ingredion buys Tate & Lyle for $5B, forming a global leader in specialty food ingredients. Learn about the deal's impact and synergies.

Peak Rock Capital finalizes acquisition of J.R. Dalziel Limited, a UK food ingredient manufacturer, partnering with founding families for expansion.

Atlante acquires L'Interform, enhancing its international dairy sourcing and distribution capabilities. Key strategic move in the agri-food sector.

Berger International, supported by Argos Fund VI and Indigo Capital, secures over 98% ownership of luxury fragrance company Culti Milano, signaling market consolidation.

General Mills divests its Häagen-Dazs retail operations in China to an investor group led by Ningji. Explore the strategic implications for the premium ice cream market.

Major PE firms CVC, Cinven, and PAI Partners are competing in the auction for Italian dessert ingredient manufacturer IRCA, valued between €2.5-3 billion.

Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits acquires Clare Rose Inc. assets, enhancing its Long Island distribution network and total beverage strategy in a key market.

Arca Space Capital, backed by Arca Fondi sgr and BPER Banca, takes control of Rogelfrut, a leading Italian fruit ingredient manufacturer.

CVC Capital Partners is nearing a $4 billion agreement to acquire International Flavors & Fragrances' food ingredients division, a significant carve-out deal in the sector.