Nestle’s Battle of Royalties and Shareholder Discontent
Nestle India, the Indian subsidiary of the global food and beverage giant Nestle, has found itself in the midst of a controversy surrounding a proposed royalty hike.
Nestle India’s board of directors had proposed a significant increase in the royalty payments made to its parent company, Nestle SA, for the use of its brands and technology.
The proposal was met with strong opposition from Nestle India’s majority shareholders, including Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), and CP Group.
Shareholders expressed concerns that the increased royalty payments would put a strain on Nestle India’s margins, making it difficult for the company to compete effectively in the Indian market.