Campbell sells Kelsen Group

Proceeds to be used to reduce debt

Morgan Smith
Sep 24, 2019
Campbell Soup logo
Campbell Soup logo

Campbell Soup Company has sold Kelsen Group, at a purchase price of $300 million, to a Ferrero-affiliated company. Denmark-based Kelsen produces quality baked snacks, including the brands Kjeldsens and Royal Dansk.

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