Hain Celestial says credit amendment condition for UK sale unmet; talks continue
Hain Celestial said a condition to closing its September 12, 2026 sale of its International business to AURELIUS affiliates was not met: the Company and its lenders had not signed a credit agreement amendment by October 12, 2026. The Company says it is still talking with AURELIUS and its lenders about its capital structure, and that the sale's outcome remains uncertain for shareholders. The same filing reports two director appointments and two resignations.
Key points
- Credit agreement amendment with lenders was due by October 12, 2026; the Company says this condition was not satisfied.
- The International business covers UK, Ireland and Europe operations, including Ella's Kitchen, Joya, Natumi, Hartley's, Cully & Sully, Yorkshire Provender and New Covent Garden brands.
- Company continues discussions with AURELIUS and lenders and will provide an update when there are material developments.
- Patricia Ferrari and Richard Shinder joined the Board on October 11, 2026, each receiving a monthly cash director fee of $30,000.
The filing
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