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Food & Beverage Manufacturing M&A Report: Q4 and year-end 2024

This article is sponsored and written by CohnReznick. The food and beverage space had a higher volume of M&A activity in 2024, when more deals closed and a much higher deal volume was reported ($149.9 billion) ...

Helana Robbins Huddleston, CPA, CIRA | February 4, 2025

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Beyond Price Hikes: How CPGs Stay Competitive

As CPGs can no longer guarantee price increases as a surefire way to maintain positive margins, they’re looking to other solutions. Premiumization and brand acquisitions are two methods stakeholders will leverage in the coming year.

George Hajjar | January 23, 2025

George Hajjar | January 23, 2025

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BREAKING: Panera CEO Steps Down

Panera CEO Jose Alberto Dueñas stepped down from his role as CEO today, with current CFO Paul Carbone taking his place until a permanent position holder is found. What could this mean for the future of the chain?

George Hajjar | January 7, 2025

George Hajjar | January 7, 2025

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Why Conagra Is Ready to Say ‘Arrivederci’ to Chef Boyardee

Conagra is reportedly exploring the sale of its Chef Boyardee brand, a once-dominant player now struggling amid shifting consumer preferences for healthier options, as many similar legacy brands face limited growth prospects.

Vince Martin | December 20, 2024

Vince Martin | December 20, 2024

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