The J. M. Smucker Co. announced the closing of the transaction to acquire Hostess Brands, Inc. The company previously announced the signing of a definitive agreement for the transaction on September 11, 2023.
The transaction includes the Hostess® sweet baked snacks brands, including Hostess® Donettes®, Twinkies®, CupCakes, DingDongs®, Zingers®, CoffeeCakes, HoHos®, Mini Muffins and Fruit Pies and the Voortman® cookie brand, along with manufacturing facilities in Emporia, Kan.; Burlington, Ontario; Chicago, Columbus, Ga.; Indianapolis and Arkadelphia, Ark. (which is currently under construction) and a distribution facility in Edgerton, Kan. Additionally, approximately 3,000 employees will join the company in conjunction with the transaction.