Pilgrim’s Pride Announces Closure of Kerry Consumer Foods’ Meats and Meals Acquisition
Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation (PPC) has completed the acquisition of Kerry Consumer Foods’ Meats and Meals business for £680 million (approximately $932 million). This acquisition, which will operate under Pilgrim’s European division, was funded through a recent senior notes offering and a credit facility. The deal aims to expand Pilgrim’s market presence and product offerings in the meat sector, reinforcing its competitive position in the food industry.
- Acquisition of Kerry Consumer Foods’ Meats and Meals business valued at £680 million ($932 million), enhancing market presence.
- Transaction funded through senior notes offering and credit facility, indicating strong financial backing.
- Potential integration challenges following the acquisition of Kerry Consumer Foods' business.
- Risks associated with the COVID-19 pandemic that may affect operations and financial conditions.
GREELEY, Colo., Sept. 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation (Nasdaq: PPC) (“Pilgrim’s” or the “Company”) today announced the completion of the previously announced acquisition of Kerry Consumer Foods’ Meats and Meals business (the “business”) which will operate as a business unit within Pilgrim’s European operations.
The transaction was unanimously approved by the Pilgrim’s Board of Directors and was funded with the Company’s recent senior notes offering and credit facility, valuing the business at
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Pilgrim’s employs approximately 59,200 people and operates protein processing plants and prepared-foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K. and continental Europe. The Company’s primary distribution is through retailers and foodservice distributors. For more information, please visit www.pilgrims.com.
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