Fonterra is expected to receive global interest when it sells off some of its most well-known brands. 

The dairy giant has confirmed plans to sell its consumer arm, including brands like Anchor, Mainland Cheese, and Kapiti Ice Cream. 

The sale could bring in up to $3 billion. 

Forsyth Barr Senior Analyst Matt Montgomerie told Ryan Bridge he expects large dairy companies like Nestle would make a bid if it's put to a trade sale. 

He says there could be multiple buyers at play, or the brands could be sold through an IPO. 

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Fonterra is expected to receive global interest when it sells off some of its most well-known brands.&nbsp;
The dairy giant has confirmed plans to sell its consumer arm, including brands like Anchor, Mainland Cheese, and Kapiti Ice Cream.&nbsp;
The sale could bring in up to $3 billion.&nbsp;
Forsyth Barr Senior Analyst Matt Montgomerie told Ryan Bridge he expects large dairy companies like Nestle would make a bid if it's put to a trade sale.&nbsp;
He says there could be multiple buyers at play, or the brands could be sold through an IPO.&nbsp;
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Matt Montgomerie: Forsyth Barr Senior Analyst says Fonterra's sale could see global interest

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