OC&C Support Hain Celestial in Sale to Aurelius

We are delighted to congratulate Hain Celestial on entering into a definitive agreement to sell its International business to AURELIUS, a global private equity investor, for an estimated $323 million in cash. OC&C provided commercial sell-side support to Hain Celestial in support of the transaction.

Hain Celestial is a leading global health and wellness company with a portfolio of well-known better-for-you brands. The proposed transaction includes the majority of Hain Celestial’s International business operations and a portfolio of established brands including Ella’s Kitchen, Joya, Natumi, Hartley’s, Linda McCartney Foods, Cully & Sully, Yorkshire Provender and New Covent Garden.

The transaction represents an important step in Hain Celestial’s strategy to simplify its portfolio and create a more focused North American business. Following completion, Hain Celestial intends to use the net proceeds from the transaction to reduce debt, while concentrating its resources on its core North American brands and growth opportunities.

AURELIUS is a global alternative investment firm with a track record of investing in businesses with operational development potential. Under AURELIUS’ ownership, Hain Celestial’s International business will have the opportunity to build on the strength of its portfolio of recognised brands across food, beverages and health and wellness.

The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals and an amendment to Hain Celestial’s credit agreement, and is expected to close in the second quarter of Hain Celestial’s 2027 fiscal year.

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