Mergers and Acquisitions

Diageo Picks Up Ryan Reynolds’ Spirits Brand

Diageo will acquire Aviation Gin and Davos Brands in a potential $610 million cash deal.
Edgewell Picks Up CREMO

The addition of CREMO’s “barber-grade” beard, hair, shave prep and skin care products will complement such other Edgewell brands as Jack Black and Bulldog.
Wipro To Acquire IVIA

IT tech and consulting service provider Wipro Limited has signed an agreement to acquire IVIA Serviços de Informática Ltda.
Coty Lands on Ex-L’Oreal Exec as Next CEO, Following 4 Years of C-Suite Shuffling

Peter Harf will be elevated to the role of executive chairman and will work closely with the new CEO to lead Coty’s transformation.
Borden Dairy Gets Picked Up by Private Equity Firm

Borden will be acquired by Capitol Peak Partners, a private equity firm founded by former WhiteWave chairman Gregg Engles, as part of a $340 million sale.
Coty Acquiring KKW Beauty

Coty has entered into an agreement to acquire a 20% ownership interest in Kim Kardashian West’s beauty business (KKW Beauty) for $200 million.
L’Oréal Acquiring Thayers Natural Remedies

L’Oréal has signed an agreement to acquire Thayers Natural Remedies, a skincare brand from Henry Thayer Company.
Barry Callebaut to Acquire GKC Foods Australia

Barry Callebaut intends to use the acquisition to establish a direct presence and manufacturing capacity in the growing Australian market.

Unilever Adds to its Portfolio of Purpose-Driven Brands