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Is Kraft Heinz Ready to Sell Planters?

Hormel is cited as the potential buyer of the iconic brand as Kraft Heinz trims its portfolio.

Morgan Smith
Feb 3, 2021
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According to reports in The Wall Street Journal, Kraft Heinz is currently in talks with Hormel, which is potentially set to buy Planters for around $3 billion. The newspaper says the deal could be announced as early as next week.


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