International Business

Lack of infrastructure, unfriendly environmental conditions and a shortage of skilled labor, are just some of the obstacles consumer goods (CG) companies face when expanding into new geographies. However, leading CG companies are taking advantage of this opportunity by leveraging innovative technology solutions to increase sales by up to 8 percent, reach customers much faster and reduce ordering costs by nearly 80 percent. Heres how they do it.

Snyder's-Lance, Inc. will acquire all outstanding shares of Diamond Foods in a cash and stock merger transaction for approximately $1.91 billion, including the assumption of approximately $640 million of indebtedness. Find out more about this strategic combination.