Konsumgüter: Nestlé droht in Russland die Enteignung
Präsident Putin hat zwei russische Töchter des Konzerns unter Zwangsverwaltung gestellt. Die Schweizer wollen sich wehren. Hunderte ausländische Unternehmen haben das Land bisher verlassen.
Düsseldorf - In a move reminiscent of Russia's tactics against foreign companies deemed unfriendly, particularly following the Ukraine conflict, President Vladimir Putin has placed two Russian subsidiaries of Nestlé under temporary state management. The consumer goods giant confirmed this action, stating they would take measures to protect their rights and ensure business continuity for their staff.
This is the initial step towards potential nationalization or forced sale, a tool Russia has employed since 2023 to gain control over assets of countries it views unfavourably. This approach was evident in the cases of French dairy giant Danone and Danish brewer Carlsberg after the Ukraine war. Many subsidiaries of foreign companies later ended up in the hands of Kremlin-connected owners.
Nestlé, known for its popular brands like Kitkat, Nescafé, Beba, and Purina, has been operating in Russia since the 90s. During the beginning of the Ukraine war, when many Western companies exited the country, Nestlé preserved certain brands and halted unnecessary imports, exports, advertising, and capital investments.
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