India: Happy Cultures launches Dubai Kunafa protein supplement
Happy Cultures, the Indian health and wellness company, has launched Dubai Kunafa Yeast Protein, introducing the viral flavour profile into the protein supplement segment. Priced at an RRP of Rs 2,199 ($25.32), the product reportedly combines yeast protein with real pistachios. Each serving provides 24g of yeast protein and is described as featuring a PDCAAS […]
India: Swara Baby Products plans manufacturing facility
Swara Baby Products, the Indian hygiene products manufacturer, plans to invest 558.47 crore INR ($66.7 million) to establish a new manufacturing facility at Pithampur in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh. The proposed facility will add an annual capacity of 1,464 million baby diapers, 252 million adult diapers and 192 million sanitary napkins. Following the expansion, the company’s […]
Japan: Equity fund KKR to acquire Ci Flavors
Funds managed by US private equity firm KKR have signed definitive agreements to acquire Japanese beauty and lifestyle brand platform Ci Flavors from existing shareholders, including founder Yusaku Horiuchi and private equity firm L Catterton. Horiuchi and Ci Flavors representative director and CEO Yoshiaki Okura will both invest alongside KKR in the transaction. Established in […]
Brazil: Essity to acquire Kenvue feminine care business
Essity, the hygiene and health company, has agreed to acquire the Brazilian feminine care business of Kenvue for $284 million on a cash and debt-free basis. Structured as an asset purchase from certain Kenvue subsidiaries, the transaction includes ownership of the Carefree, Sempre Livre and o.b. brands for sanitary pads, liners and tampons, alongside related […]
India: Wipro Consumer Care acquires majority stake in Dermatouch
Wipro Consumer Care & Lighting, the Indian consumer goods company, has acquired a 60% stake in science-backed skincare brand Dermatouch for an enterprise value of 387.5 crore INR ($46 million). The remaining 40% will be acquired over the next three years, with the residual transaction linked to Dermatouch’s performance. Founders Anish Nagpal and Amit Purswani, […]
Canada: Kirin to acquire Jamieson Wellness in C$2.5 billion transaction
Jamieson Wellness, the Canadian manufacturer and marketer of vitamins, minerals and supplements, has entered into a definitive arrangement agreement to be acquired by Japanese food, beverage and pharmaceuticals firm Kirin. Under the terms of the transaction, Kirin will acquire all issued and outstanding common shares of Jamieson Wellness for C$45.75 ($33.56) per share in cash. […]
India: Nykaa acquires stake in D2C skincare brand Aminu
Indian beauty retailer Nykaa, via its parent company FSN E-Commerce Ventures, has approved the purchase of a 51% majority stake in direct-to-consumer skincare brand Aminu for a cash consideration of up to Rs 32 crore ($3.8 million). The transaction, structured on a fully diluted basis, is expected to complete by 15th September, with Nykaa planning […]
USA: Procter & Gamble to acquire supplement maker Thorne
Procter & Gamble (P&G), the US consumer goods giant, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Thorne, a US-based provider of personalized health and wellness solutions, from L Catterton’s Flagship Fund. Founded in 1984, Thorne offers clinical nutritional supplements and technology tools, including its AI-powered wellness advisor Taia. The company operates a manufacturing facility […]
Brazil: Nestle invests R$ 540 million in Aracatuba plant
Nestle, the global food and beverage company has announced an investment of R$ 540 million ($96 million) in its Aracatuba factory in Sao Paulo by 2028. According to the company, the resources will be allocated to industrial modernisation, operational efficiency gains, incorporating new technologies, and strengthening production capacity. The Araçatuba facility is Nestle Brazil largest […]
USA: Henkel expands hair care presence with Olaplex acquisition
Henkel, the German consumer goods giant, has completed the acquisition of premium hair care brand Olaplex. Following the fulfilment of all closing conditions and required regulatory approvals, the brand is now fully part of Henkel’s consumer brands business. Olaplex is a premium channel hair care brand with a science-led portfolio spanning professional hair care community channels, […]