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Mylan to acquire Meda in $9.9 billion deal

Mylan to acquire Meda in $9.9 billion deal

Mylan N.V. plans to acquire Sweden-based pharmaceuticals manufacturer Meda AB in a deal valued at $9.9 billion, including debt. Mylan said late Wednesday that the offer to Meda includes cash and Mylan shares, with the equity portion valued at $7.2 billion.

Jelly Belly to debut Super Hero Collection

Jelly Belly to debut Super Hero Collection

This spring, Jelly Belly Candy Co. plans to roll out DC Comics Super Hero Collection jelly beans. The specially branded bags, created in conjunction with Warner Bros. Consumer Products on behalf of DC Entertainment, will feature the iconic DC crime fighters Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman.

Lannett to pare workforce in restructuring plan

Lannett to pare workforce in restructuring plan

Lannett Co. has instituted a restructuring plan to streamline operations, sharpen efficiencies and trim costs. Announced this week, the plan is part of the generic drug maker’s efforts to integrate its recently completed acquisition of Kremers Urban Pharmaceuticals Inc.

NBTY to sell Vitamin World chain

NBTY to sell Vitamin World chain

NBTY Inc. has agreed to sell its Vitamin World retail business to private investment firm Centre Lane Partners. The vitamins and dietary supplements maker said Tuesday that the deal, slated to close by mid-February, will enable Vitamin World to operate as a stand-alone retail business.

MPG names head of consulting

MPG names head of consulting

Market Performance Group (MPG) has hired Alison Chaltas as head of consulting. The sales management and strategy consulting firm said Monday that Chaltas brings more than 25 years of shopper marketing and category management experience to MPG.