Consumer Non-Durables News

Latest news and updates from the Consumer Non-Durables sector.

about 2 months ago • seekingalpha.com

Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV (BUD) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV (BUD) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

3 months ago • cnbc.com

Unilever's $16 billion move shows a shift is happening in consumer products

Unilever's plan to merge its food business with spice maker McCormick comes as the consumer products sector is fighting to stay relevant. The growth model that has powered big consumer goods companies for decades is eroding as the post-pandemic pr...

3 months ago • reuters.com

How food shaped Unilever for nearly a century

Unilever has agreed to separate its food unit, home to Knorr and Hellmann's, and merge it with spice maker McCormick in a cash-and-stock deal valuing the British firm's food business at about $44.8 billion, the companies said on Tuesday.

3 months ago • investopedia.com

5 Things to Know Before the Stock Market Opens

Stocks are moving higher to close out the month, but the first quarter is still poised to be the worst for major indexes since 2022; crude oil prices rose again amid reports that President Trump is willing to end the Iran war without the Strait of...

3 months ago • cnbc.com

McCormick buys Unilever's food business in deal that values it at nearly $45 billion

Spice giant McCormick is buying Unilever's food business, including Hellmann's mayo. McCormick will pay a combination of cash and equity to expand further into condiments and spreads.

3 months ago • reuters.com

Unilever and McCormick agree to food business deal

Unilever has agreed ​to separate ‌its food unit, home to ​Knorr ​and Hellmann's, and ⁠merge it ​with spice ​maker McCormick in a cash-and-stock deal ​valuing ​the British firm's food ‌business ⁠at about $44.8 billion, the companies said ​on ​Tuesday.

3 months ago • reuters.com

Unilever works council warns of union action if workers are not protected in McCormick deal

Unilever's European works council is worried about job losses from the company's potential food merger ​with McCormick , warning that it was stoking uncertainty and ‌could lead to union action.

3 months ago • prnewswire.com

McCormick to Combine with Unilever's Foods Business, Creating a Preeminent Global Flavor-Focused Company

Combines Complementary, Strategically and Culturally Aligned Businesses with Strong Momentum and Iconic Brands that Meet Consumers' Growing Demand for Flavor Creates a Growth-Focused, Resilient Company Backed by McCormick's Proven Track Record of ...

3 months ago • marketwatch.com

McCormick looks to merge with Unilever's food business, but there's no mention in earnings report

Shares of McCormick & Co. rallied in early Tuesday trading, after the spice maker reported first-quarter earnings that beat analyst expectations, but didn't comment on what investors were actually waiting to hear about.

3 months ago • barrons.com

McCormick Stock Is Rising After Earnings. Its Deal With Unilever Could Close Today.

The spice maker and Unilever are in talks about a cash-and-stock deal that could be announced as soon as Tuesday.

4 months ago • defenseworld.net

British American Tobacco (OTCMKTS:BTAFF) Shares Down 3.2% – Here’s Why

Shares of British American Tobacco p.l.c. (OTCMKTS:BTAFF - Get Free Report) traded down 3.2% during trading on Monday. The stock traded as low as $56.9160 and last traded at $58.09. 2,728 shares traded hands during mid-day trading, a decline of 88...

7 months ago • gurufocus.com

L'Oréal's $5 Billion Power Move Into Anti-Aging Could Disrupt the Beauty Market All Over Again

L'OrÃal (LRLCF) is doubling its stake in Galderma to 20%, leaning further into a fast-growing aesthetics market where injectable fillers compete with Botox. A

almost 2 years ago • prnewswire.com

Strauss Group Reports Half-Year 2024 Results: Group revenues up 3%, reaching NIS 5.3 billion, with net profit rising 11% to NIS 242 million[1]

Strauss Group President & CEO Shai Babad commented: "The Group continues to deliver growth in most businesses and is concentrating on implementing its strategic plan, which calls for focus on core business, on investments, and on the development o...

almost 2 years ago • proactiveinvestors.co.uk

Will Unilever show progress in its growth action plan?

Unilever PLC (LSE:ULVR) is forecast to report 4.7% year-on-year underlying sales growth in the second quarter, according to UBS analysts. Total sales volumes are tipped to expand by 3%, with an observable increase in gross margins also predicted.

almost 2 years ago • seekingalpha.com

LVMH: Navigating French Political Turmoil And Industry Slowdown

LVMH is a prime example of a high-quality business with heritage brands, family ownership, and a loyal customer base. An industry slowdown and French political turmoil exert valuation pressure on LVMH and other French luxury firms alike. LVMH deli...

almost 2 years ago • reuters.com

Pernod Ricard to sell bulk of wine portfolio to Accolade Wine owners

Pernod Ricard said on Wednesday it agreed to sell the majority of its wine portfolio to the owners of Australia's Accolade Wines, disposing of a dragging division to focus on its core business of spirits.

almost 2 years ago • invezz.com

Unilever share price analysis: July 25th will be crucial

The Unilever (NYSE: UL) share price has done well this year. It has risen for nine straight months, pushing it to its highest point on record.

almost 2 years ago • zacks.com

What Makes Coca-Cola European (CCEP) a Good Fit for 'Trend Investing'

Coca-Cola European (CCEP) could be a solid choice for shorter-term investors looking to capitalize on the recent price trend in fundamentally sound stocks. It is one of the many stocks that passed through our shorter-term trading strategy-based sc...

almost 2 years ago • proactiveinvestors.com

AO Smith buys India water filter business from Unilever

AO Smith has acquired an India-based home water purification business, Pureit, from Unilever PLC (LSE:ULVR) for $120 million cash. The NYSE-listed water technology company said it expects to complete the deal by the end of 2024.

almost 2 years ago • Seeking Alpha

Nestlé: Discounted Against Historical Valuation, Buy For Long-Term Play

No summary available.

almost 2 years ago • Citywire

Saturday papers: Unilever to cut 3,200 jobs in Europe

And JP Morgan makes record profit after revival in dealmaking.

almost 2 years ago • seekingalpha.com

Nestlé: Discounted Against Historical Valuation, Buy For Long-Term Play

There is a positive correlation between healthier foods and higher margins. This might provide a long-term valuation upside for Nestlé. Limited impact on the potential shortage of Perrier water. Real Internal Growth improvement for the company. St...

almost 2 years ago • African Insider

‘Hardly anything’ will deter Israel’s Gaza war’ – SA judge on ICJ case

United Nations — A leading South African judge said on Thursday that “hardly anything” will deter Israel’s Gaza offensive, but Pretoria’s case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) remains vital to highlight the dire situation...

almost 2 years ago • investopedia.com

Unilever Discussing Layoffs With Workers, Up To 3,200 Cuts in Europe Reported

Unilever (UL) said it is discussing layoffs with employees following news that the diversified consumer products company would be slashing a third of its office staff in Europe.

almost 2 years ago • proactiveinvestors.co.uk

Unilever to slash thousands of jobs in Europe

Dual-listed FMCG giant Unilever PLC (LSE:ULVR) plans to cut a third off its office-based workforce in Europe, according to a Financial Times report. Up to 3,200 team members will lose their jobs under the reported restructuring, which forms part o...

almost 2 years ago • reuters.com

Unilever to cut a third of office jobs in Europe

Unilever plans to cut a third of all office roles in Europe by the end of 2025 as a part of a push by the CEO to revive growth at the struggling consumer goods giant.

almost 2 years ago • EIN News Renewable Energy

SA inks pioneering renewable energy transformation agreement

… has recently signed the first Renewable Energy Transformation Agreement, setting a … Government, promises to deliver new renewable energy infrastructure capable of powering … businesses, community energy resources, and renewable energy supply ch...

almost 2 years ago • Economic Times India

Morning Brief Podcast: Corner office conversation with Ipsita Das, managing director, Moët Hennessy, India

French alcobev manufacturer, and part of the largest luxury group in the world Moet Hennessy is planning to expand its India focus. After being in the country for over two decades, the company now has their own sparkling wine production facility i...

almost 2 years ago • Zero Hedge

Anti-Diet: General Mills Pushes "Health At Any Size" Research With Dietitian Influencers As Obesity Rate Doubles

Anti-Diet: General Mills Pushes "Health At Any Size" Research With Dietitian Influencers As Obesity Rate Doubles In news that some could as a surprise to no one, the people leading the charges against "fat shaming" and advocating for something cal...

almost 2 years ago • Seeking Alpha

Pernod Ricard establishes global brand company North American Distillers in USA

Pernod Ricard launches new global brand company, North American Distillers, to focus on American Whiskey portfolio and North American operations.