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Despite some recovery after the global economic crisis, many of the world’s major economies remain anaemic. This situation is prompting a change of approach in ingredients M&A, with many companies now opting for smaller, strategic purchases with clear growth potential rather than simply seeking to add size. This report provides background on M&A strategies in the diverse ingredients industry, pinpointing specific deals and assessing the varied approaches of some of the key companies.
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Following a flurry of major deals in 2010, M&A activity in the ingredients industry is readjusting to stagnant economic conditions, with a greater focus on smaller add-ons and an emphasis on strategic benefit rather than merely on size.
Companies specialising in specific fast-growing ingredient categories have leapt to the top of many acquisition shopping lists. Diversification of product portfolios has become just as important as regional scope.
The growing emphasis on naturalness in all areas of the FMCG market ensures that companies with a focus on natural and sustainable ingredients attract significant attention as potential acquisition targets.
Investment in NPD remains crucial to continued success in ingredients markets, so firms with access to new technologies and with R&D potential are hot targets; future M&A will not be focused solely on manufacturing opportunities.
Although much recent M&A has been centred on product strategies, there is still pressure on ingredients firms to have a more global presence to satisfy global customers, while many growth opportunities can still be found in emerging markets.
There remains more M&A activity in food and beverage ingredients than in home and personal care; this is perhaps a response to more dynamic trends in food and drinks and the already global nature of other markets.
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