Deals of the day - Mergers and acquisitions

ReutersMay 2, 2025 10:01 AM

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May 2 (Reuters) - The following bids, mergers, acquisitions and disposals were reported by 0930 GMT on Friday:

Australia's antitrust regulator began an informal review of Lactalis' proposed bid for Fonterra's assets on the block, even though the French dairy giant said it had not signed any deal with the New Zealand-based firm. nL4N3RA0R8

Lactalis, the world's largest dairy group, is interested in international investments but has not signed an agreement to buy parts of New Zealand-based dairy giant Fonterra, it said following reports it was considering an offer. nL1N3RA0A8

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