Kraft Foods Group Shareholders Approve Merger Transaction with H.J. Heinz Holding Corporation and its Subsidiaries
The transaction will create the third-largest food and beverage company in
"Today's approval to create
"This truly is a historic moment for our two companies as we combine to become a global food and beverage leader with an unparalleled portfolio of great brands," said
The merger was announced on
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