Beverage giant PepsiCo announced plans to acquire the Tel Aviv-based SodaStream for $3.2 billion, CNBC reported on Monday. The at-home carbonated drink-maker SodaStream has now a chance to broaden its reach through PepsiCo, while the latter plans to shift away from sugary products and introduce healthier alternatives. The deal is expected to close by January 2019.
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