New York-based PepsiCo Inc announced on Monday it has acquired Israeli-based SodaStream, a maker of counter top machines for making carbonated drinks from water filled in a reusable bottle and flavours if desired.
The deal which cost PepsiCo $3.2bn will allow it broaden its offerings beyond sugary drinks and promote itself as a maker of “in-home beverage creation”, according to Mr. Hugh Johnston, PepsiCo’s Chief Financial Officer.