Suntory in Talks to Acquire Minority Stake in Allied Blenders and Distillers
Japanese beverage company Suntory Holdings is in early talks to acquire a 10-15% minority stake in Allied Blenders and Distillers, maker of Officer's Choice whisky. The potential deal aims to create a strategic partnership combining Suntory's premium portfolio with Allied's mass and mid-premium market presence in India. Allied Blenders, controlled by promoter Kishore Chhabria, is India's third-largest listed spirits maker with a market capitalization around Rs 20,000 crore. Discussions also include exploring distribution and manufacturing synergies, with possible long-term stake changes.
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economictimes broke this story on 28 Sept, 12:26 am. Other outlets followed.