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Utz Brands

Hanover, Pennsylvania, United States · Agriculture and Farming, Food and Beverage, Food And Beverage

Utz Brands, Inc. (NYSE: UTZ) manufactures a diverse portfolio of savory snacks through popular brands including Utz®, ON THE BORDER® Chips & Dips, Golden Flake®, Zapp’s®, Good Health®, Boulder Canyon®, Hawaiian® Brand, and TORTIYAHS!®, among others. After nearly a century with strong family heritage, Utz continues to have a passion for exciting and delighting consumers with delicious snack foods m

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Key facts

Headquarters
Hanover, Pennsylvania, United States
Employees
1,728
Industries
Agriculture and Farming, Food and Beverage, Food And Beverage
Status
Public (UTZ)
Website
utzbrands.com
LinkedIn
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Recent activity at Utz Brands

  • : SEC 8-K (8.01): On November 13, 2026, Utz Brands, Inc. announced the approval of a Merger Agreement with Idaho USA, Inc. and its subsidiary Idaho Merger Sub, Inc. The stockholders voted to adopt the Merger Agreement and associated transactions, including the TRA Payment and Recapitalization. The Merger is expected to be consummated on or around November 20, 2026, contingent on the fulfillment of the remaining conditions. The Special Meeting was conducted virtually, and results from the proxy solicitor indicated strong support for the proposal. This merger represents a significant strategic shift for Utz Brands, enhancing its market positioning.
  • : Utz Brands Appoints John Lindeman as Chief Executive Officer
  • : SEC 8-K (5.02): On October 28, 2026, Howard Friedman, the Chief Executive Officer of Utz Brands, Inc., notified the Company of his intention to cease employment in connection with the Company's transition to a private entity, effective November 30, 2026, following the completion of a merger. His departure is contingent upon the closing of the merger with Idaho USA, Inc., and he will also resign from the Board of Directors at the time of closing. This decision was made amicably and was not due to any disputes regarding company operations. The merger agreement outlines that after the merger, Utz will become an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Intersnack Group, potentially impacting future strategic directions and governance.

About Utz Brands: questions and answers

What does Utz Brands do?

Utz Brands, Inc. (NYSE: UTZ) manufactures a diverse portfolio of savory snacks through popular brands including Utz®, ON THE BORDER® Chips & Dips, Golden Flake®, Zapp’s®, Good Health®, Boulder Canyon®, Hawaiian® Brand, and TORTIYAHS!®, among others. After nearly a century with strong family heritage, Utz continues to have a passion for exciting and delighting consumers with delicious snack foods m

Where is Utz Brands headquartered?

Utz Brands is headquartered in Hanover, Pennsylvania, United States.

How many employees does Utz Brands have?

Utz Brands has about 1,728 employees.

What is the latest news on Utz Brands?

On Nov 13, 2026, SEC 8-K (8.01): On November 13, 2026, Utz Brands, Inc. announced the approval of a Merger Agreement with Idaho USA, Inc. and its subsidiary Idaho Merger Sub, Inc. The stockholders voted to adopt the Merger Agreement and associated transactions, including the TRA Payment and Recapitalization. The Mer

Is Utz Brands a public company?

Yes. Utz Brands is publicly traded under the ticker UTZ.

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