
Arnaud Lagesse's Phoenix acquires $80 million stake in Seychelles Breweries from Diageo
The agreement strengthens the relationship between Diageo and Phoenix Beverages—a subsidiary of the Mauritius-based IBL Group.
The agreement strengthens the relationship between Diageo and Phoenix Beverages—a subsidiary of the Mauritius-based IBL Group.
Revenue dropped from MUR347.94 million ($7.5 million) to MUR232.4 million ($5 million), while finance costs surged to MUR63.1 million ($1.36 million).
While revenue edged higher, the group’s profit took a hit, weighed down by new tax levies and weaker contributions from its agro business.
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IBL Group is a leading conglomerate with more than 200 brands.
Lagesse and his siblings own a 16.8-percent joint stake in IBL Group.
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The transaction highlights Naivas’ intrinsic value as Kenya’s largest supermarket chain.
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The Mauritius-based group is led by Espitalier-Noel, who has a 9.92-percent beneficial stake in the company.