Market Chatter: Barry Callebaut Reportedly Mulls Separation of Cocoa Unit

11:25 PM EST, 12/16/2025 (MT Newswires) -- Barry Callebaut (BARN.SW) is reportedly considering the separation of its cocoa unit to minimize exposure to fluctuating prices of the raw material, Reuters reported Tuesday, citing people familiar with the matter. The chocolate and cocoa products company is mulling options including splitting the cocoa division and a subsequent sale of a minority stake, forming a joint venture, or conducting a merger deal, the report said. However, there is no guarantee that the company will proceed with the process. The separation would allow Barry Callebaut to direct resources towards its higher-margin chocolate business, enhance its financial profile, and streamline its financing. Barry Callebaut did not immediately respond to MT Newswires' request for comment. (Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.)