Nestlé Acquires Full Ownership of Ready-to-Drink Meal Firm Yfood

Nestlé, the global giant in food and beverage processing, has announced a definitive agreement to acquire full ownership of Yfood Labs, a Munich-based company known for its ready-to-drink meal offerings. The acquisition involves purchasing the remaining 51% stake from Yfood's original founders, completing a strategic integration that began three years ago when Nestlé initially acquired a 49% minority stake.

While the financial details of this buyout remain confidential, industry analysts highlight the move as a significant consolidation of high-growth assets in the functional nutrition sector. This marks the first strategic acquisition under the leadership of Philipp Navratil, who became CEO of Nestlé in September 2025.

The acquisition comes amidst consolidation in the functional beverage market, following competitor Danone's recent acquisition of Huel, another ready-to-drink meal manufacturer. By fully acquiring Yfood, Nestlé aims to strengthen its position in the high-margin, nutrition-focused product categories.

Founded in 2017 by Ben Kremer and Noël Bollmann, Yfood has successfully established an omnichannel presence across Europe, with products available at over 50,000 points of sale in 30 countries. In 2025, Yfood reported €150 million in sales, showcasing a strong growth trajectory driven by brand equity and product innovation.

Following the share transfer, Nestlé plans to leverage its global distribution network to expand Yfood's reach, particularly targeting the U.S. market. Leadership will transition to Jolanda Schwirtz, who will oversee the international growth strategy as intrapreneur and synergy officer.

The acquisition reflects a broader trend in the industry towards integrating convenience with comprehensive nutritional offerings, a direction that both Nestlé and Yfood have been pursuing.