Ferrero, Kellogg
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The Ferrero Group has agreed to acquire WK Kellogg Co for $23 per share in cash, for a total enterprise value of $3.1 billion, WK Kellogg said in a news release. RELATED: Kellogg’s reportedly set to sell 119-year-old cereal company in $3B deal
The Italian food giant Ferrero is expanding its North American portfolio by acquiring WK Kellogg, known for iconic brands like Froot Loops, Rice Krispies and Corn Flakes. Ferrero, known for brands like Nutella and Kinder, announced it will buy WK Kellogg’s for $23 a share, representing a total enterprise value of $3.1 billion.
The Italian maker of Ferrero Rocher and Nutella has set its sights on WK Kellogg as the U.S. cereal maker struggles to get traction.