M&A
confidence high
sentiment positive
materiality 0.78
Central Garden & Pet to acquire 80% of TRIXIE for up to €400M
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET CO
- Upfront cash consideration of ~€340M plus earn-out up to €60M based on 2026 performance.
- TRIXIE is Europe's leading pet supplies and snacks company with ~600 employees and 6,000+ products.
- Expected close in first half of fiscal 2027, subject to regulatory approval and customary conditions.
- TRIXIE management (Dirk Jessen, Burkhard Friedrichsen, Danny Bollerey) to continue; founders retain 20% stake.
- Acquisition creates a scaled European platform; aligns with Central to Home strategy.