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Terry Smith dumps Unilever stake swipe Nelson Peltz Fund star attacks activist driven break up

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Fund manager Terry Smith exits Unilever, criticizing activist-driven strategy. The McCormick merger creates a new food company, but Unilever retains 55% ownership without shareholder vote on the deal. This signals potential governance concerns and strategic shift for Unilever, affecting its food division and investor sentiment. The impact is company-specific, with weak broader sector implications.

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  • Terry Smith sold Unilever stake after 16 years.
  • Unilever announced £33 billion deal to merge food brands with McCormick.
  • Unilever shareholders retain 55% of new food company but no voting rights on transaction.
  • Smith's Fundsmith Equity fund returned only 0.8% in 2025.
  • Unilever stated McCormick deal was unanimous board decision.

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