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M&A Update | Buyers want more
Consultant Marc Rosset said interest in
business acquisitions is on
the rise. While some are
strategic buyers looking
to fold in a seller's clients,
many are now looking for
standalone platforms to
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gain footholds in specific
regions. These buyers want to retain
owners, management, staff and facilities.
This will be a trend for the short term.
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Plant-Based | Time to march to
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The drumbeat leading the way to plantbased foods is getting louder. Plantbased alternatives in staple convenience
categories like salty snacks, baked goods,
chocolate and other confections, along
with packaging material for cold drinks,
are on the rise. Hershey, Mondelēz, Nestlé
and Coca-Cola are among many CPG
firms getting more involved. PepsiCo has
partnered with Beyond Meat to develop,
produce, and market plant-based snacks
and beverages.
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