Wall Street Breakfast Ben & Jerry’s founders eye a second scoop
Feb 27, 2025
The founders of a beloved ice cream brand are in talks to buy back their company from Unilever, sparking discussions about its rich history and financial implications. In the beverage world, Anheuser-Busch anticipates only minor effects on beer prices due to future tariffs. Meanwhile, META issues an apology for a content glitch that shocked Instagram users. The financial landscape also sees shifts with various stock movements and market insights on emerging technologies.
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Ben & Jerry's Founders Eye a Second Scoop
- Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield, founders of Ben & Jerry's, are reportedly discussing buying back their company from Unilever.
- They originally sold it in 2000 for $326 million, and it's now a billion-dollar brand.
Beer Prices and Tariffs
- Anheuser-Busch InBev doesn't foresee tariffs significantly impacting US beer prices in 2025.
- Hedging and productivity should offset rising aluminum costs, but 2026 may see price hikes.
Instagram's Graphic Content Glitch
- Meta apologized for a glitch flooding Instagram Reels with graphic content.
- The glitch was unrelated to Meta's relaxed content moderation policies, according to a spokesperson.