Mergers & Acquisitions

Under an initiative approved by the Board, Fortune Brands would become a pure-play spirits company, spin off home and security to shareholders, and either sell or spin off its golf business.

The transaction makes PepsiCo the largest food-and-beverage business in Russia and strengthens its position in fast-growing Eastern European and Central Asian markets.

In the last week, the beauty giant announced two transactions that would significantly strengthen its footprint in the Health & Beauty Aids market

The acquisition will create a stronger foothold for Sara Lee in the Brazilian territory, given the brands strong market position in the No. 1 coffee producing country.

The retail giant has offered to acquire 51 percent of the shares of Massmart Holdings Limited, a managed portfolio of nine wholesale and retail chains, and one buying group. The deal will accelerate its expansion in South Africa, a high growth market.

An investor group led by funds affiliated with KKR, Vestar and Centerview signed the agreement for $19.00 per share in cash.

In a surprising move, Accenture announced plans to acquire CAS last week. The combination strengthens Accenture's position in the competitive trade management landscape. Here, Adrian Goodliffe, EVP, Sales & Marketing, CAS, answers CGT's burning questions about the deal's implications for the consumer goods technology market.