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J.M. Smucker Appoints New Directors Amid Rising Coffee Prices

2/27/2026

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J.M. Smucker has agreed to appoint two new directors, Woo-Sung Chung and David Singer, to its board as part of a deal with Elliott Investment Management.
This decision follows Elliott's engagement with Smucker to improve operations amid rising coffee prices and the integration of the Hostess brand.
Smucker reported a 7% increase in net sales to $2.34 billion, despite lower sales in sweet baked goods.
Analysts expect the new directors to enhance the company's strategic direction and address operational challenges, effective April 15.

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J.M. Smucker has agreed to appoint two new directors, Woo-Sung Chung and David Singer, to its board as part of a deal with Elliott Investment Management.
This decision follows Elliott's engagement with Smucker to improve operations amid rising coffee prices and the integration of the Hostess brand.
Smucker reported a 7% increase in net sales to $2.34 billion, despite lower sales in sweet baked goods.
Analysts expect the new directors to enhance the company's strategic direction and address operational challenges, effective April 15.