CMA Phase 1 investigation flags chilled sauces risk in Greencore-Bakkavor deal
The UK competition watchdog’s Phase 1 investigation has raised concerns over Greencore’s planned acquisition of Bakkavor, citing risks in chilled supermarket sauces.
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The UK competition watchdog’s Phase 1 investigation has raised concerns over Greencore’s planned acquisition of Bakkavor, citing risks in chilled supermarket sauces.
Tesco and Bakkavor have introduced a Finest Indian Banquet ready-meal range, celebrating Britain’s curry tradition for National Curry Week 2025.
The UK watchdog has opened an inquiry into Greencore’s £1.2bn acquisition of Bakkavor, assessing its impact on competition in the food sector.
Greencore and Bakkavor have agreed terms, forming a £4bn UK convenience food powerhouse pending shareholder and regulatory approval.
The £1.2bn Greencore–Bakkavor ready meal merger has hit pause, as the bid deadline is pushed back to 9 May. The deal, if completed, would create a £4bn food giant.