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Acquisitions1 Aug 2026, 01:31 pm

Varun Beverages Subsidiary Completes USD 32M Dairy Acquisition in Kenya

AI Summary

Varun Beverages Ltd (VBL) announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, VBL Industries (Kenya) Limited, has successfully completed the acquisition of value-added dairy beverages, juices, and packaged drinking water business from Devyani Food Industries (Kenya) Limited. The transaction, valued at USD 32 million, was initially disclosed on July 6, 2026, and was expected to conclude by August 1, 2026. The acquisition is now effective as of August 1, 2026, marking a significant expansion for VBL in the Kenyan market.

Key Highlights

  • VBL's Kenyan subsidiary finalized a USD 32 million acquisition.
  • The deal includes dairy beverages, juices, and packaged water business.
  • Acquisition strengthens VBL's presence in the Kenyan market.
  • Transaction effective from August 1, 2026.