11 of August’s 36 were in alcohol, nine in dairy, seven in soft drinks and four in other food. 18 were single country deals – seven in the US, four in the UK and two in Japan.
Of the 18 international transfers involving 24 countries, Switzerland was the most acquisitive with four (two by Nestlé and two by Emmi), and the US made the most sales at five.
The only sale over $1bn was in vending.
Richard Hall is chairman of Zenith International. You can also read his blog at BevBlog.
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