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MCLEAN, Va. & CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mars, Incorporated, a family-owned, global leader in pet care, snacking and food, is pleased to announce the successful completion of its acquisition of Kellanova, whose portfolio includes Pringles®, Cheez-It®, Pop-Tarts®, Rice Krispies Treats®, RXBAR® and Kellogg's international cereal brands. The combination brings together two iconic businesses with beloved brands, storied legacies and outstanding capabilities – now united to shape the future of snacki.

NEW YORK , Dec. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- S&P Dow Jones Indices will make the following changes to the S&P 500 and S&P SmallCap 600:  Ares Management (NYSE: ARES) will replace Kellanova (NYSE: K) in the S&P 500 effective prior to the open of trading on Thursday, December 11. Mars Inc. is acquiring Kellanova in a deal expected to close soon, pending final closing conditions.

Ares is one of the largest companies by market capitalization not currently in the S&P 500 index.

MCLEAN, Va., & CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mars, Incorporated, a family-owned, global leader in pet care, snacking and food and Kellanova (NYSE: K), a leader in global snacking, international cereal and noodles and North America frozen foods, today announced that Mars has received unconditional approval from the European Commission for its pending acquisition of Kellanova. As a result, all required regulatory approvals and clearances for the pending transaction have been obtained. Mars and Kellan.

The European Commission has approved a $36 billion ($36.00 billion) bid from candy and snacks giant Mars to acquire Pringles maker Kellanova , it said on Monday, after opening a full-scale investigation into the takeover in June, citing concerns over competition.

A craveable, bite-sized innovation delivering protein, fiber, and fueling energy — now available nationwide CHICAGO , Dec. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- RXBAR, a brand known for its transparency and No B.S. promise, believes that simple and nutritious food should also taste great.

The Merger Fund® achieved 1.92% in 3Q 2025, contributing to a year-to-date performance of 6.86%. Chevron Corporation's $53 billion acquisition of Hess Corporation completed on July 18. The U.S. Federal Trade Commission cleared the $35.9 billion Mars-Kellanova acquisition on June 25, without conditions, securing 27 of 28 required regulatory approvals.

Plus, Pop-Tarts introduces its first-ever Mascot Cam, driven by fan demand Key Points: Team Sprinkles and Team Swirls mascot rosters include a mix of bold newcomers and returning fan-favorites. The newest Pop-Tarts innovations take charge as team captains, featuring a buff Protein Slammin' Strawberry mascot.

A new dream team combines all the flavor and fun you expect from The Original Donut Shop® with the crave-worthy taste of Pop-Tarts® Brown Sugar Cinnamon. BURLINGTON, Mass.

Kellanova's CIO, Lesley Salmon, shares how technology is redefining the industry CHICAGO , Dec. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As we near 2026 and technology continues to rapidly reshape what it means to be a consumer goods company, Kellanova's Global Chief Digital & Information Officer, Lesley Salmon, shares the trends poised to redefine the CPG landscape, and how the company is harnessing this era of digital reinvention as a catalyst for growth.  The Top 5 CPG Tech Trends Shaping 2026 By Lesley Salmon, Global Chief Digital & Information Officer, Kellanova Technology is redefining what it means to be a consumer goods company.