French and Benelux stocks-Factors to watch

Eurazeo SE

15/08/2025 06:19

Aug 15 (Reuters) - Below are company-related news and stories from France and Benelux which could have an impact on the region's markets or individual stocks.

PHILIPS PHG.AS

The Dutch health technology company announced on Thursday plans for more than $150 million of new investment in manufacturing and research and development in the U.S. to expand production of AI-powered health technology innovations.

VERALLIA VRLA.PA

BW Gestao de Investimentos (BWGI), owned by Brazil's Moreira Salles family, said on Thursday it had increased its stake in the French bottler to 77.05% at the end of a takeover bid.

EURAZEO EURA.PA

The French investment company has entered into exclusive discussions with Inspired Pet Nutrition for the sale of its stake in the Ultra Premium Direct Group. The operation is expected to be completed in the fourth quarter of 2025.

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