<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false">Ferrero International SA has agreed to acquire WK Kellogg Co. for $3.1 billion, aiming to expand its presence in the US market.The deal includes Ferrero paying $23 per Kellogg share in cash, representing a 31% premium from Kellogg's closing price on Wednesday.Ferrero's acquisition of Kellogg will enable the company to diversify its portfolio and grow key Kellogg brands in the US market.The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2025, and it has been unanimously approved by Kellogg's board.