The move comes days after JBS agreed to form a US$2.5 billion joint venture with Indonesia’s Danantara.
Bain Capital will support Gong cha’s expansion across Asia and North America as the bubble tea chain strengthens its global footprint.
Raízen has agreed to sell its Caarapó sugar and ethanol mill to Adecoagro, advancing its asset divestment strategy to reduce debt and simplify operations.
The proposed acquisition moves closer to completion after South Africa’s Competition Commission recommended approval, subject to public interest commitments.
The acquisition strengthens Varun Beverages’ manufacturing capabilities in Kenya while expanding its presence in dairy beverages, juices and packaged drinking water across East Africa.