Food Dive reported the development on 2026-06-03. The purchase of the remaining 51% of yfood Labs comes three years after the food giant’s initial investment, and will give Nestlé a bigger presence in healthier, portable offerings.
The report places the news in a wider commercial context. Nestlé acquired the remaining 51% of ready-to-drink meals brand yfood Labs from its founders. Financial terms were not disclosed, but the Financial Post said the deal valued yfood at $523 million. The food giant acquired a 49% minority stake in yfood in 2023. Yfood is available in 30 countries across more than 50,000 points of sale, largely in Europe.
For the food sector, the practical implications extend beyond the immediate announcement. Yfood generated $174 million (EUR 150 million) in sales during 2025, a double-digit increase from the prior year. As consumers look for convenient, portable ways to get their nutrients, ready-to-drink meals have unsurprisingly turned into a popular option. The development adds to the competitive and financial pressures shaping food and beverage companies.
Attention now turns to how companies, customers and regulators respond. This trend has taken on added importance, especially in the U.S., where more consumers are turning to GLP-1 medications to help them lose or maintain their weight. Even though consumers are cutting back on calories, they still need important nutrients.
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