Givaudan SA: The Flavours & Fragrances Frontrunner

Givaudan (GIVN:SWX, Market Capitalisation: CHF 26.59bn), is the world’s largest company in the Flavours and Fragrances (F&F) industry. A Swiss multinational manufacturer, Givaudan specialises in creating unique tastes and smells used in a wide array of consumer products, ranging from food and beverages to cosmetics and home care products. The company operates in two business divisions; Taste & Wellbeing and Fragrance & Beauty. Givaudan was officially formed in 2000, via a spin-off from global pharmaceutical giant Roche, listing on the Swiss Stock Exchange (SWX). Today, Givaudan maintains a leadership position within the F&F industry, commanding +18% global market share and operating in all regions of the world.

The Elevation Capital Global Shares Fund currently holds shares in Givaudan SA.