Unilever
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5 Jun
Fear of foreign predators could lead to UK government legislation to protect future-focused domestic businesses
Fallout from Kraft’s recent failed £115bn takeover bid of Unilever continues, with the Conservative Party likely to pass legislation making foreign takeovers of British firms more difficult in the near future.
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10 Apr
With Unilever’s proposed exit — what will happen to the British margarine market?
Unilever has said it will be selling its margarine business, which includes staple UK brands Flora and Stork, to streamline its food portfolio to reduce costs and raise profit margins as a reaction to Kraft Heinz’s failed takeover bid.
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6 Apr
Will Unilever’s streamlining lead to more divestment?
Unilever wants to sell its margarine business.
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6 Apr
Unilever plans to sell off margarine business in big restructuring push
Consumer goods giant Unilever unveiled plans to sell its margarine unit today, as part of its broader three-year restructuring programme.
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15 Mar
Vegan ice cream isn’t just for vegans
The Veggy Cornetto, a soy-based ice cream, is hitting the shelves this summer, making vegans very happy.
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8 Mar
Unilever is on to a winner with its augmented reality smartphone app
Unilever is exploring a new marketing channel – a Pokemon Go-like mobile app game, where people have an opportunity to win prizes.
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17 Feb
Marmite owner says no to Kraft Heinz takeover
Unilever has rejected a $143bn takeover bid from Kraft Heinz, the US food giant, saying the offer was too low.