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Press releaseGlobeNewswire· February 9, 2026

dsm-firmenich announces agreement to divest Animal Nutrition & Health to CVC Capital Partners

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dsm-firmenich announces agreement to divest Animal Nutrition & Health to CVC Capital Partners Press Release dsm-firmenich announces agreement to divest Animal Nutrition & Health to CVC Capital Partners Kaiseraugst (Switzerland), Maastricht (Netherlands), February 9, 2026 dsm-firmenich, innovators in nutrition, health,…
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  • This agreement opens an exciting new chapter for ANH, enabling it to thrive and realize its full potential

    80% confidence
  • dsm-firmenich expects to receive approximately €1.2 billion after closing of which an estimated €0.6 billion in net cash proceeds, an estimated €0.5 billion in debt and liability transfers to the ANH Companies, and €0.1 billion in the form of a vendor loan note

    80% confidence
  • dsm-firmenich expects to incur cash tax, transaction and separation costs of €0.2 billion in 2026

    80% confidence
  • The Solutions Company will continue to drive innovation and efficiency in animal farming, delivering tailored solutions with high proximity to its global customer base

    80% confidence
  • The Essential Products Company will be built as a resilient global leader in essential feed, food and fragrance ingredients, providing customers with reliable, high-quality supply based on an independent and highly integrated value chain

    80% confidence
  • Since the creation of dsm-firmenich, we have consistently delivered on every milestone in our strategic roadmap. This transaction marks the final step in that journey and reflects our commitment to accelerating our growth and creating long-term value for all stakeholders.

    80% confidence
  • The transaction is expected to be completed at the end of 2026 and is subject to conditions including regulatory approvals, finalization of employee consultation processes and creation and separation of standalone companies

    80% confidence
  • This transaction represents a unique opportunity to create two new leading companies in the animal nutrition & health space with significant potential for value creation

    80% confidence

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