Greencore Group plc (LSE:GNC) is looking for M&A. Greencore plans to return to the acquisitions trail after unveiling a series of fresh financial targets. Chief executive Dalton Philips is also targeting a return of invested capital of more than 15% for the group and is seeking to expand into new areas, including through mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Greencore's chief financial officer Catherine Gubbins told The Irish Times at the time that the group was open to purchase in three areas.
These include food categories adjacent to its current offering, which spans sushi to ready-made Italian meals; a new convenience food area; or a new geography.