DSM-Firmenich Sells Animal Health Division for $2.4 Billion

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 5:45 AM

Global nutrition company DSM-Firmenich has reached a deal to sell its Animal Nutrition & Health division to investment firm CVC Capital Partners. The transaction values the business at approximately €2.2 billion, with potential additional payments of up to €0.5 billion.

International nutrition and health company DSM-Firmenich has struck a major deal to sell off its Animal Nutrition & Health division to private equity firm CVC Capital Partners.

The company revealed in a recent announcement that the sale agreement values the animal health business at roughly €2.2 billion (approximately $2.4 billion USD). The deal structure also includes potential additional payments that could reach up to €0.5 billion based on future performance targets.

The Animal Nutrition & Health division focuses on developing nutritional solutions and health products for livestock and other animals in the agricultural sector. This divestment represents a significant strategic move for DSM-Firmenich as the company reshapes its business portfolio.

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