To maximize shareowner value, Cadbury Schweppes is evaluating options for the intended separation of its confectionery and Americas Beverages businesses.
As part of strategic efforts to reduce the production of fresh, commodity chicken, Tyson Foods Inc. plans to sell its poultry plants in Ashland and Gadsden, Ala., to Koch Foods Incorporated.
Avery Dennison Corporation will acquire all outstanding shares of Paxar Corporation for $30.50 per share in a cash transaction valued at approximately $1.34 billion.
The Pepsi Bottling Group Inc. (PBG) completes its acquisition of the distribution and bottling rights for select Cadbury Schweppes brands in Northern California from Nor-Cal Beverage Company Inc.
Brown-Forman Corporation places a premium on managing its brand assets and interactive content, deeming these to be critical to engaging customers with information that educates, involves and entertains.