A majority of Unilever shareholders favored further discussions with Kraft-Heinz vs. a sharp rejection of its takeover bid, according to a survey conducted by Bernstein.
The poll published on Thursday indicated that 53% of Unilever shareholders said they would have liked the Anglo-Dutch company to have negotiated with Kraft-Heinz.
Of those for negotiations, the majority stated that they wanted a 40% premium to Unilever’s share price, instead of the 18% premium proposed by Kraft Heinz.
By Giovanni Bruno
Source: The Street
Consumer behaviors and preferences are evolving rapidly. With macro shifts in society, inflation and food supply challenges set to profoundly influence how people consume food and beverages, Givaudan is exploring what the world of dairy alternatives will look like in the coming decade.
After nearly three decades with AFI, Andersen is leaving to pursue a different career path “to work on diverse projects and explore opportunities to serve as board member”. Serving as CEO since 2010, Andersen joined AFI in 1994, initially overseeing applications and R&D. Over the years, he has maintained a strong focus on the whey business.
The Kraft Heinz Company has introduced five new members to its executive leadership team, who will collaborate with Carlos Abrams-Rivera upon assuming the CEO role in 2024. Pedro Navio will assume the position of North America president at the beginning of next year. In addition, Willem Brandt, Bruno Keller, Cory Onell and Diana Frost will join Abrams-Rivera and Navio on the executive leadership team.
