Zydus is acquiring entrenched brands with growth potential: Sharvil Patel

This is the first time a private equity player will be on Zydus' board of directors

Zydus Wellness, personal care arm of Cadila Healthcare and owner of marquee brands Sugar Free, Everyuth and Nutralite, announced acquisition of the India business of Kraft Heinz. SHARVIL PATEL, chairman of Zydus Wellness, tells Sohini Das. Edited excerpts:  

With growth slowing in the health drinks segment, how do you plan to grow the brands you acquired from Kraft Heinz?

Of those acquired, Glucon D is the largest brand for us. It has a larger percentage share of profits than Complan or Nycil. While its segment (glucose-based beverages) is clocking 9-10 per cent (annual) growth, Glucon D is doing better than the market. 

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