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Greencore’s Acquisition of Bakkavor Clears CMA Phase 1

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Greencore’s Acquisition of Bakkavor Clears CMA Phase 1

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Greencore ( (GB:GNC) ) has provided an update.

Greencore Group PLC has received a positive Phase 1 decision from the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) regarding its acquisition of Bakkavor Group plc. The CMA found no significant competition concerns for 99% of the combined group’s revenues, with only a potential issue in the supply of own label chilled sauces. Greencore now has the opportunity to propose remedies to address this concern, avoiding a more in-depth Phase 2 investigation. The transaction is expected to be completed in early 2026, with both companies expressing optimism about the merger’s benefits for stakeholders and the creation of a national food champion.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:GNC) stock is a Hold with a £255.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Greencore stock, see the GB:GNC Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GB:GNC Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:GNC is a Neutral.

Greencore’s overall stock score reflects its solid financial performance and moderate valuation. The company’s efficient operations and cash flow management are strengths, but there is a need for margin improvement and debt reduction. Technical indicators suggest a lack of strong momentum, contributing to a cautious outlook.

To see Spark’s full report on GB:GNC stock, click here.

More about Greencore

Greencore Group PLC operates in the food industry, specializing in convenience foods. The company focuses on producing a range of ready-to-eat meals and snacks, catering to the ‘food for now’ and ‘food for later’ markets.

Average Trading Volume: 1,263,476

Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Buy

Current Market Cap: £1.07B

For detailed information about GNC stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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