Old Bay Maker McCormick Expands in Major Merger

Old Bay Maker McCormick Expands in Major Merger

HUNT VALLEY, MD — McCormick & Company, the Baltimore County-based spice and flavorings giant, announced March 31, 2026, an agreement to combine with Unilever’s Foods business, creating a global flavor-focused company with approximately 20 billion dollars in combined fiscal year 2025 revenue. The transaction unites McCormick’s portfolio of herbs, spices and seasonings, including iconic brands such as Old Bay, Lawry’s, French’s mustard and Frank’s…

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Hogan Lovells advises McCormick on its landmark US$44.8 billion acquisition of Unilever's food division

London, 1 April 2026 – Global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised McCormick & Company, Incorporated, a global leader in flavour and a leading food company, on its agreement with Unilever PLC to acquire Unilever Foods, creating a global flavour-focused business. The transaction is expected to close by mid-2027, subject to shareholder and regulatory approvals. The transaction will see McCormick combine with Unilever’s food business to create a lea…

A merging of flavours: Unilever Foods and McCormick

Unilever has confirmed details of a transaction to merge its foods business with McCormick, with the deal expected to be completed by mid‍-2027.‍