Carlsberg's acquisition of UK soft drinks major Britvic has now "become effective", according to a statement yesterday (16 January) from the Robinsons squash maker. Confirmation of the deal ...

LONDON - Britvic (LON:BVIC) PLC, a leading British producer of soft drinks, has announced the cancellation of its shares from trading on the London Stock Exchange (LON:LSEG) as of today.

Robinsons owner Britvic has rejected a £3.1bn bid from Carlsberg, the second offer made by the Danish brewer in a matter of days. Britvic, which is based in Hertfordshire, said it received a ...