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The appetite for M&A in the fast food industry shows no sign of waning following news that Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Inc. has been acquired by the owner of Burger King and Tim Hortons. Restaurant Brands International Inc. paid a lip smacking $1.8 billion to acquire the New Orleans-based quick-service chicken concept chain, which was originally established in Louisiana in 1972 and specialises in regional cuisine. It operates primarily in the southern states… Read More
Amid worldwide market uncertainty and unprecedented political upheaval, it’s reassuring to know that there is some good news in the world of mergers and acquisitions. We take a look at how FMCG M&A over the last year has brought strength to the market. FMCG giants The top 50 FMCG companies in the world had a combined income of $1,177bn in 2014, with the number one-ranked company, Nestlé, earning $100.2 in sales alone…. Read More