Round-Up - Diageo, United Spirits hit the buffers

The long-running discussions between Diageo and United Spirits over a possible stake purchase have collapsed, with Diageo walking away from the table.

INDIA: Diageo, United Spirits talks conclude

25 August 2009

The long-running discussions between Diageo and United Spirits over a possible stake purchase have collapsed, with Diageo walking away from the table.

Diageo ends United Spirits intrigue

25 August 2009

Diageo has put an end to speculation that it may invest in United Spirits (USL), at least for now.

It has been apparent to just-drinks, as I'm sure it will have been to several others follo...

INDIA: KKR to join Diageo in United Spirits stake buy?

19 May 2009

Private equity group KKR, the buyer of A-B InBev's Oriental Brewery, may join Diageo in buying a stake in India's United Spirits, according to a report.

INDIA: Diageo India MD Adil makes swift exit

6 March 2009

Asif Adil, managing director of Diageo India, has left the company and will be replaced by Roland Abella, the drinks giant has said.

UK: Diageo cools United Spirits stake talk

13 February 2009

Diageo CEO Paul Walsh has affirmed the group's desire to increase its presence in India, but said that talks with Vijay Mallya's United Spirits remain in the preliminary stages.