UPL's Advanta secures antitrust approvals for Misr Hytech acquisition
- Advanta's acquisition of Hytech Egypt USA, Misr Hytech's holding company, has received antitrust clearance from COMESA and Egypt's competition authorities.
- Closing is expected on or before January 31, 2027, subject to customary conditions.
- The August 15, 2026, agreement covers the purchase from Helios Investment Partners and the Egyptian-American Enterprise Fund.
- Misr Hytech leads Egypt's white corn and sorghum seed markets, reaching approximately 450,000 farmers through more than 400 contract production growers.
- The acquisition will strengthen UPL's global seeds platform, giving Advanta a leading Egyptian position and supporting expansion across the Middle East and Africa.
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