Nestle has agreed to sell its vitamins, minerals, and supplements business to US-based private equity firm Yellow Wood Partners for $1 billion, the Swiss food company announced on Tuesday. The deal marks a strategic move by Nestle to streamline its portfolio and focus on core areas where it holds a competitive advantage, according to the company statement.
The transaction was confirmed in a statement by Nestle's CEO Philipp Navratil, who described the sale as part of the company’s ongoing efforts to optimize its business. The deal involves transferring the entire vitamins, minerals, and supplements segment to Yellow Wood Partners, a private equity firm based in the United States. Nestle did not disclose further financial details or the timeline for the completion of the sale.
This sale reflects a broader trend among large consumer goods companies to divest non-core segments and concentrate on high-growth or strategically important categories. Nestle’s decision aligns with similar moves by peers aiming to sharpen their focus amid evolving market dynamics. The $1 billion deal places Yellow Wood Partners in a stronger position within the health and wellness sector, expanding its footprint in vitamins and supplements.
The transaction announcement came on September 1, 2026, and is subject to customary regulatory approvals. Nestle emphasized that the deal will enable it to allocate resources more effectively to areas with the strongest competitive advantage, as stated by CEO Philipp Navratil.