WH Group shareholders approve Smithfield spinoff

Hong Kong-based WH Group said 99.4% of its shareholders approved the move, first announced in November.

December 9, 2024

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WH Group shareholders have approved the company’s plan to spin off Smithfield Foods into a listed company on the U.S. stock exchange.

Hong Kong-based WH Group said 99.4% of its shareholders approved the move, first announced in November.

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