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Mid East Info
05-05-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Opella launches as an independent company to redefine the future of self-care. - Middle East Business News and Information
UAE, May 2025 – It is official: Opella is now a standalone company. Sanofi announced today the closing of the sale to CD&R of a 50.0% controlling stake of Opella, Sanofi keeping a significant shareholding with a 48.2% stake and Bpifrance owning a 1.8% stake. Opella is stepping into its next chapter with powerful backing, and a clear mission – 'Health in Your Hands' – making self-care as simple as it should be. This is not just a change of ownership. This is a bold move. As the third-largest global player in the €190 billion Over-The-Counter and Vitamins, Minerals and Supplements space, Opella starts a new journey in one of the most dynamic, resilient corners of healthcare – where megatrends like aging populations, digital access, and self-care demand are rewriting the rulebook. Opella is headquartered in France but thinks global. Its 100 brands – including Telfast , Enterogermina, Dulcolax, Maalox, Buscopan ,Mucosolvan , Bronchicum ,Naselfast and Pharmaton– are already trusted names in homes around the world. The self-care environment is still far too complex, leaving most people who suffer without treatment. Opella is grounded in science, with deep consumer obsession and a commitment to sustainability, to offer solutions that help people access the care they deserve. Julie Van Ongevalle, Opella President and CEO: 'Going independent is not just a milestone. It is our moment. I am proud of our talented team of 11,000 who made this happen. With the right partners and a sharp focus, we are set to reshape how people everywhere manage their health – simply, confidently, and on their terms.' Feirouz Ellouze, General Manager of Opella AMET Zone (Africa-Middle East-Türkiye) 'At Opella, our mission is to simplify self-care, making it as simple as it should be. We work together with all our stakeholders to enhance health literacy and extend our vision of 'health in your hands'. This new chapter at Opella is dedicated to advancing our journey towards becoming fast-moving consumer healthcare company globally. We firmly believe in our people and their ability to create a lasting legacy in the countries where we operate.' David Taylor takes on the role of Chairman of Opella's Supervisory Board. Former Chairman and CEO of Procter & Gamble, and current Chairman of the Board of Delta and Senior Advisor to CD&R funds, David brings decades of brand experience, people-first leadership, and a deep belief in doing things better. David Taylor, Chairman of Opella's Supervisory Board: 'What drew me to Opella is a mission with meaning, a company with courage, a talented team, and a business ready to break new ground. Opella is not here to tweak the system – but to reimagine it.' The priority is clear: strengthen trusted brands and deepen presence in key markets. The possibilities are endless – from prescription to over-the-counter switches to smart acquisitions and geographic expansion. This is more than independence. It is the freedom to act. The power to simplify. And the drive to redefine the future of self-care. About Opella. Opella is the self-care challenger with the third-largest portfolio in the Over-The-Counter (OTC) & Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements (VMS) market globally. Our mission is to bring health in people's hands by making self-care as simple as it should be. For half a billion consumers worldwide – and counting. At the core of this mission is our 100 loved brands, our 11,000-strong global team, our 13 best-in-class manufacturing sites and 4 specialized science and innovation development centers. Headquartered in France, Opella is the proud maker of many of the world's most loved brands, including Telfast , Enterogermina, Dulcolax, Maalox, Buscopan ,Mucosolvan , Bronchicum ,Naselfast, Pharmaton. B Corp certified in multiple markets, we are active players in the journey towards healthier people and planet.
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Sanofi (SNY, Financials) Completes Opella Deal, Creates Consumer Health Leader
Sanofi (SNY, Financials) closed its previously announced deal to carve out consumer health business Opella into a standalone global leader, marking a strategic pivot toward pure-play biopharma operations. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 2 Warning Sign with SNAP. The French drugmaker completed the transaction with private equity firm Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, selling a 50% controlling stake in Opella. Sanofi maintains a 48.2% share, while state-owned investor Bpifrance holds the remaining 1.8%. Sanofi reported net cash proceeds of about 10 billion ($10.7 billion) from the deal, which it had outlined earlier in 2024. The company said Opella will now operate independently with over 11,000 employees, 100-country reach, and brands like Allegra, Doliprane and Dulcolax. Sanofi said the divestiture supports its aim to become a focused biopharma player. CEO Paul Hudson said in a statement the deal enables Opella to pursue long-term growth with the operational and financial backing of CD&R. The deal echoes a broader industry trend of large pharma companies shedding non-core consumer units to concentrate on high-margin drug pipelines. Investors may monitor how Sanofi deploys the proceeds amid growing competition in the biopharma space. Meanwhile, Opella's next phase of international expansion could influence valuations if it prepares for a future IPO or further M&A. See insider trades for SNY. Explore Peter Lynch chart. This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Sign in to access your portfolio
Buzz Feed
26-02-2025
- General
- Buzz Feed
"He Tried To Substitute This With Vagisil": 21 Times Men On Delivery Apps Proved They Have No Idea How To Grocery Shop
Recently, I wrote about a TikToker's negative experience with her male DoorDash grocery shopper who only got one of her items correct. Not only did this lead her to suggest an app update that would allow customers to select women to shop for them, but it also prompted other women to share the most bizarre replacements they've ever received from male shoppers. 1. "I ordered gluten-free pasta, and the substitute was tampons. Like, for real?!" 3. "I ordered mushrooms. The replacement I received was children's watermelon-flavored toothpaste." 4. "I ordered oat milk, and he replaced it with a massive container of heavy cream. I asked if there were any other plant-based options because I'm lactose intolerant, and he said, 'There's no milk in this; it's cream.' Like, DUDE." — punkistirednotdead 5. "I ordered a bag of tortillas to make lazy girl sopapillas, and I got a head of iceberg lettuce!" 7. "One time, I placed an Instacart order for Imodium and got Dulcolax instead." 8. "Oh lord, I have some stories. I ordered K-Cups and got a five-pound bag of unsalted, unshelled peanuts. I ordered grapes, and the bag was mostly empty as if all the grapes had been picked over. I ordered two pounds of jalapeños (I was going to make poppers). I received a single jalapeño. I asked for lunch meat and got a sandwich spread (it looked like mayo with chunks). I asked for one bag of shredded cheddar and got two bags of mozzarella. My last order was 10 items. I only received two because he said everything was out. I had my boyfriend drive me to that store later in the day, and every item was available if you just looked at it with more than a cursory glance. Literally, all those drivers were men." — thood2254 9. "One time, I ordered two lemons, and my male shopper brought me lemonade and lemon-flavored cough drops." 11. "During the pandemic, I wanted cinnamon rolls REALLY bad. I ordered stuff to make them, and the young guy couldn't find yeast. He tried to substitute it with Vagisil." 13. "I ordered three pounds of Brussels sprouts for Sunday dinner, and he brought me three Brussels sprouts. As in three balls rolling around a veggie bag. I was pissed!" 14. "My last shopper completely negated the point of having a shopper. I have an injured knee, so getting around is extremely painful. I was on my way to my friend's house, but it hurt so much that I didn't want to stop at the dollar store for what I needed (masks, plastic cups, concealer sticks, powder foundation, and Naproxen). So, I placed an Instacart order and sent it to my friend's house. I asked that the makeup be refunded if the exact item couldn't be located, but I asked them to pick the best replacement for the others because I needed them more, and the foundation is useless if it's the wrong color. Well, what does the guy do? REFUND all the items I needed and get me the wrong color of makeup. I had no choice but to go to the fucking store on my busted-up knee, which I was trying to avoid in the first place. Plus, now I have makeup I can't use. Zero stars." — pamelaehn 15. "I ordered cucumbers and got Head & Shoulders shampoo once." 16. "I had an Instacart shopper replace yogurt with a 12-pack of Coke during major abdominal surgery recovery. There was no way I could pick it up, and there was no response when I checked if it was possibly for another order. It's frustrating because not everyone can go shopping for themselves. You rely on others, and when they fail, you have no recourse." — lauragipe23 17. "No, literally. I ordered bacon once, and he got a bag of carrots instead." — starfleetofficer 18. "Last week, I was sick at home, so I placed an order for a bunch of stuff and popsicles. Popsicles were what I wanted most. I picked the store brand, but said substitutions are fine. Any popsicles were welcome. I got the message that they canceled the item. I texted immediately, expressing disbelief and my desperation for popsicles, and immediately got the message he checked out. You can't tell me there were no flavors or brands of popsicles in the entire grocery store." — Amanda 19. "I asked for cumin. Any cumin. I know for a fact the store carries at least four different brands. They came out with nothing. I went to the store the same day, and there it was: all types of cumin." 20. "I work in a grocery store doing this kind of shopping. I have a male coworker who substituted Brussels sprouts for tomatillos. I will never forget this." — Kari 21. "I once ordered hamburger meat, and they stated the store was sold out and substituted it with a box of Hamburger Helper."
