2025年的冬天，对于95岁的沃伦·巴菲特来说，或许比以往都要寒冷一些。这源于在面对媒体时罕见地用"失望"来形容他对卡夫亨氏（KraftHeinz）最新分 拆计划的看法。 十年前，正是他和3G资本的雷曼联手，用460亿美元制造了这起食品行业最大的"联姻"。彼时，人们相信只要把毛巾拧得足够干，利润就会像番茄酱一样 挤出来。 十年后，神话破灭。3G资本已悄然清仓离场，留给巴菲特的是一个股价腰斩、增长乏力的庞然大物。为了讲出新故事，卡夫亨氏在2025年末做了最后、 也是最激进的决定："截肢"求生——将公司一分为二，并请来了一位擅长"分家"的CEO。 与此同时，被划入"优质资产包"的中国市场，也正如临大敌。甚至可以说，这是这家入华四十年的外企，留在牌桌上的所剩不多的筹码。 "拆弹专家" "必赢市场" 在这次分拆中，中国业务被划入了"全球风味提升公司"。从纸面上看，这是一种荣誉，意味着中国市场被视为"增长引擎"。卡夫亨氏甚至喊出了"未来十 年中国市场净销售额翻番"的口号。 卡夫亨氏董事会这次没有选一位温和的改良派，而是直接从凯拉诺瓦（Kellanova，前家乐氏分拆后的零食业务）挖来了CEO史蒂夫·卡希兰（Steve ...

本文源自：金融界AI电报 当地时间12月16日，卡夫亨氏公司宣布已任命Steve Cahillane担任公司首席执行官，该任命自2026年1月 1日起生效。卡夫亨氏表示，在公司计划分拆为两家独立上市公司后，Cahillane还将加入公司董事会， 并担任Global Taste Elevation公司的首席执行官。同时，现任首席执行官Carlos Abrams-Rivera将于2026 年1月1日卸任，并担任公司顾问至2026年3月6日，以确保领导职责的平稳交接。 ...

(编辑：王璨 林辰) 12月16日，卡夫亨氏于官网发文宣布，任命Steve Cahillane为公司首席执行官，自2026年1月1日起生 效。Cahillane还将加入公司董事会，并在卡夫亨氏按计划分拆为两家独立上市公司后，担任"全球风味 提升公司"首席执行官。此外，卡夫亨氏现任首席执行官Carlos Abrams-Rivera将于1月1日卸任，并担任 公司顾问至2026年3月6日，以确保领导层平稳过渡。 （企业官网） ...

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Company Restructuring & Leadership - Kraft Heinz is splitting into two companies: one focused on grocery staples with less profitability, and another named "Global Taste Elevation Company" featuring faster-growing iconic products like Heinz ketchup and Kraft mac and cheese [1][2][3] - The current CEO was expected to lead the grocery staples company, but Steve Cahillane from Kilonova will lead the "Global Taste Elevation Company" instead [1][2] - Steve Cahillane aims to bring organic growth to the company, focusing on health and wellness trends, including increased protein, fiber, and cleaner labels [4] Market Trends & Challenges - Food companies are generally struggling with the consumer shift towards healthier, less processed foods [7] - Kraft Heinz's compounded annual return over the last five years is -2%, underperforming the consumer packaged goods index (up approximately 7-8%) and the S&P (up approximately 15%) [6] - Consumers are increasingly turning to more affordable private label brands, impacting established brands like Kraft Heinz [13][14] - There's a significant consumer focus on protein and healthfulness in food choices [15] Competitive Strategies - Companies are looking to acquire smaller, startup brands that tap into health and wellness trends, as seen with PepsiCo's acquisition of Poppy and CETA [16] - PepsiCo is reducing its product offerings by 20% and lowering prices on key brands as part of an agreement with an activist investor [10] - Splitting into two companies will allow Kraft Heinz to focus on each component, potentially leading to better value for both [8]

分组1 - The current CEO will not lead the grocery staples company after the split, which includes less profitable food items like Lunchables and Oscar Mayer deli meats [1] - Steve Cahillane from Kilonova will lead the new Global Taste Elevation Company, which will focus on iconic products such as Heinz ketchup and Kraft mac and cheese [2] - The split aims to allow both companies to focus on their respective strengths, with one managing declining assets and the other focusing on growth [3][8] 分组2 - Cahillane's approach will emphasize organic growth and align with health and wellness trends, increasing offerings with protein, fiber, and cleaner labels [4][5] - Kraft Heinz has experienced a compounded annual return of -2% over the last five years, underperforming compared to the consumer packaged goods index, which is up about 7-8% [6] - The food industry is facing challenges as consumers shift towards healthier, less processed food options, impacting major companies like Kraft Heinz, PepsiCo, and Coca-Cola [7][9] 分组3 - Companies are responding to market pressures by reducing product lines and focusing on affordability, with private label brands gaining popularity among consumers [10][14] - The trend towards protein-rich foods is significant, as consumers prioritize healthfulness in their diets [15] - Major companies are considering acquisitions of smaller, nimble brands to compete better in the evolving market landscape [16]

Core Insights - Kraft Heinz (KHC) is undergoing significant leadership changes as it prepares for a planned split into two independent companies next year [1][4]. Leadership Changes - Steve Cahillane, former CEO of Kellanova, will become the CEO of Kraft Heinz effective January 1, and will also join the board and lead the new "Global Taste Elevation Co." [2][8]. - Current CEO Carlos Abrams-Rivera will step down on January 1 but will remain as an advisor until early March; the company will conduct a global search for a new leader for the "North American Grocery Co." [3][4]. Company Restructuring - The split will create two entities: "Global Taste Elevation Co." will include major brands such as Heinz ketchup and Philadelphia cream cheese, while "North American Grocery Co." will encompass brands like Oscar Mayer and Kraft Singles [4][8]. - This restructuring is seen as a reset that could significantly impact the company's future value and investor expectations [4]. Industry Context - The leadership changes at Kraft Heinz reflect a broader trend in the consumer-focused business sector, with other companies like Walmart and Coca-Cola also announcing CEO changes [5].

Group 1 - Kraft Heinz is restructuring its leadership as part of a strategy to split into two separate companies, aiming to address declining sales and investor dissatisfaction [1] - The company has faced a challenging period characterized by falling sales figures and increasing frustration among investors [1] - This leadership change is seen as a pivotal move to rejuvenate the company's performance and restore investor confidence [1]

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卡夫亨氏候任首席执行官史蒂夫·卡希兰表示，他支持公司计划中的分拆。 本文源自：金融界AI电报 ...