Nestle to raise €3 billion from spin off of its water business
The new company will span more than 30 brands in 120 countries and is expected to generate about €3 billion in cash for Nestle.
- On Thursday, Nestle announced a 50/50 joint venture with Platinum Equity called Peranel, creating a dedicated entity for its water and premium beverage brands globally.
- Nestle CEO Philipp Navratil has been seeking to improve profitability by focusing on core brands like coffee and pet food, prompting the spin-off amid regulatory and environmental scrutiny of the water business.
- The transaction assigns an enterprise value of $5.6 billion to Peranel, which spans over 30 brands sold in 120 countries and is led by CEO Muriel Lienau from Paris.
- Nestle expects to raise approximately €3.0 billion from the deal, while Platinum Equity Co-President Louis Samson stated, "We are honored to have earned Nestlé's confidence and are excited to be their partner."
- Expected to close by the first half of 2027, the partnership aims to leverage Platinum Equity's operational expertise and M&A capabilities to drive growth in premium hydration and beverages.
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The exit from the water business was long overdue. The numerous scandals have damaged the image of the entire company.
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