Aurelius Equity Opportunities has agreed to acquire the international business of Hain Celestial Group for $323 million, the companies announced this week. The deal covers Hain Celestial’s operations outside the United States, marking a significant divestiture for the natural and organic food company. The acquisition price reflects the strategic value of Hain Celestial’s global footprint and product portfolio.
The transaction was structured as a sale of Hain Celestial’s international business units, transferring ownership to Aurelius. The private equity firm will take control of the brands and operations that Hain Celestial previously managed outside the U.S. The deal follows a broader strategy by Hain Celestial to focus on its core domestic market, while Aurelius aims to expand its presence in the consumer goods sector through this acquisition.
This acquisition highlights ongoing consolidation in the natural and organic food industry, where companies are streamlining operations to focus on key markets. Comparable deals in the sector have seen firms divest non-core assets to improve profitability and operational efficiency. Aurelius’s purchase of Hain Celestial’s international business aligns with trends of private equity firms investing in established consumer brands with growth potential in global markets.
The deal is expected to close in the coming months pending regulatory approvals. Aurelius Equity Opportunities has a history of acquiring and growing consumer-focused businesses, and this transaction adds a substantial international portfolio to its holdings. The $323 million purchase price was disclosed in the official announcement by both companies this week.