Godrej Consumer Products Acquires Raymond's FMCG Business: Everything You Need to Know

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Key Highlights of the Deal

Godrej Consumer Products Ltd (GCPL) on Thursday, April 27, announced a strategic deal with Raymond Ltd to acquire the FMCG business of Raymond Consumer Care Ltd (RCCL), a subsidiary of the Singhania family-owned company. The acquisition, worth Rs 2,825 crore, is expected to be completed by May 10, 2023, and includes trademarks for Park Avenue (for the FMCG category), KS, KamaSutra and Premium through a slump sale.

Sudhir Sitapati, Managing Director and CEO of GCPL shared his excitement about the acquisition, stating that it will complement the company's business portfolio and growth strategy in under-penetrated markets with significant growth potential. Raymond's leading brands like Park Avenue and KamaSutra are expected to drive double-digit multi-decade growth, as the per capita consumption in India is much lower than in comparable emerging markets.

Demerger of Lifestyle Business

In addition to this strategic deal, Raymond has demerged its Lifestyle Business to Raymond Consumer Care, creating a listed entity with a pure-play B2C-focused lifestyle business. This move will enable the company to become net debt-free. Following the demerger, Raymond will primarily be a listed real estate company with investments in engineering and denim businesses.

Impact on Shareholders

Shareholders of Raymond will receive 4 shares of Raymond Consumer for every 5 shares held based on the swap ratio. Raymond's shares surged 8.95% to a 52-week high of Rs 1,756 on the NSE, before settling 6.15% higher at Rs 1,711 on Thursday. In contrast, shares of Godrej Consumer declined 2.35% to settle at Rs 953.20.

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