Insight ReportCPG Giants Realign Through Over $100 Billion in M&A, Demergers and Divestments Madhav Pitaliya, Analyst Sector Lead: Anand Kumar, Associate Director of Retail Research August 14, 2025 Reasons to ReadDiscover how $100+ billion in mega-deals are reshaping the global CPG industry’s shift toward premium, functional and globally scaled brands. Read this report to uncover answers to these and other key questions: How are major CPG companies rebalancing portfolios and focusing on high margin “power brands” while divesting slower growth divisions? What role are health, wellness and functional nutrition trends playing in driving M&A activity and reshaping brand strategies? Why are premiumization and cultural relevance becoming central drivers behind multi-billion-dollar acquisitions? How are companies expanding cross border and diversifying growth models to access innovation and new markets? Companies mentioned in this report include: Advent International, BlueTriton, Carlsberg, Church & Dwight, Danone, Ferrero, Flowers Foods, General Mills, Glanbia, Hershey, Japan Tobacco, Kellanova, Kimberly Clark, Kraft Heinz, Mars, PepsiCo, Reckitt, Unilever, WK Kellogg and more. Data in this report include: Major CPG M&A and divestment events with deal values and rationales; timeline of key transactions; portfolio reshaping toward high margin core categories; premiumization and cross border expansion trends. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: Shoptalk Spring 2025 “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch Competition: Innovator ProfilesAugust 2025 US Retail Sales Outlook: July Strength and Improved Outlook Score Raise Retail Projection Above 4%Retail Crime and Shrink: More Shoppers Say No to Locked-Up Merchandise; Self-Checkout Gets a MakeoverThree Data Points We’re Watching: Will Stock Market Volatility Impact US Consumer Spending?
