Unilever acquires SlimFast, Ben and Jerry's in cash deals
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Unilever looks to gain a higher share in the global ice cream and nutraceuticals markets with the acquisition of both Ben and Jerry's and Slimfast.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2000
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Bestfood's holders fear a rebuff of Unilever bid
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Bestfoods shareholders are becoming increasingly concerned that the firm may reject a hostile takeover bid by Unilever Group. Unilever is offering to acquire Bestfoods for $18.4 billion (20.33 billion euros).
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2000
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Unilever may increase Bestfoods bid
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Unilever Group is considering increasing its bid to acquire US-based Bestfoods. Unilever's current offer stands at $18.3 million (19.64 billion euros).
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2000
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