Suzano's deal with Kimberly-Clark was on dependent on JV, says CEO
05/06/2025 17:40
SAO PAULO, June 5 (Reuters) - Brazilian pulp maker Suzano SUZB3.SA preferred to pursue a joint venture model with Kimberly-Clark as it would enable a combination of complementary competencies, mitigate risks and have minimal impact on its leverage ratio, CEO Beto Abreu told Reuters on Thursday. Earlier in the day, Suzano said in a securities filing it has agreed to buy 51% of Kimberly-Clark's international tissue business for $1.73 billion. Suzano expects to close the deal by mid-2026. The company will also have the option to purchase Kimberly-Clark's remaining ownership interest, starting three years after the closing. (Reporting by Luciana Magalhaes; Editing by Kylie Madry) ((Isabel.Teles@thomsonreuters.com;))
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