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Packaged Foods
AcquisitionsAug 7, 2026, 01:31 PM

Ingredion to Acquire Tate & Lyle for $3.5B; Q2 Net Income $114M

AI Summary

Ingredion Inc. announced an agreement to acquire Tate & Lyle PLC for approximately $3.5 billion, with completion expected in the second half of 2027. The company also completed the divestiture of 51% of its Pakistan business for $165 million, recognizing a $44 million net gain. For the second quarter of 2026, net sales increased slightly to $1.85 billion, but net income attributable to Ingredion decreased to $114 million from $196 million in Q2 2025, with diluted EPS falling to $1.78. The quarter saw increased restructuring charges and financing costs.

Key Highlights

  • Agreement to acquire Tate & Lyle for approximately $3.5 billion.
  • Divested 51% of Pakistan business for $165 million cash.
  • Recognized $44 million net gain from Pakistan business sale.
  • Q2 2026 Net Sales rose to $1.85 billion from $1.833 billion.
  • Q2 2026 Net Income attributable to Ingredion fell to $114 million.
  • Q2 2026 Diluted EPS decreased to $1.78 from $2.99.
  • Incurred $53 million in Tate & Lyle acquisition costs.
  • Financing costs increased to $55 million in Q2 2026.