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Swedish hygiene products maker Essity AB has agreed to acquire Edgewell Personal Care’s North American feminine care business for $340 million, a move aimed at expanding its presence in the U.S. market.

Hygiene products maker Essity AB on Thursday announced a major corporate overhaul that includes a new organizational structure and a cost-savings program aimed at boosting profitable growth.

Hygiene products maker Essity AB on Thursday announced a major corporate overhaul that includes a new organizational structure and a cost-savings program aimed at boosting profitable growth.

Essity AB reported a drop in second-quarter profit and sales, citing a weak economy and unfavorable currency effects in the first earnings report under new Chief Executive Ulrika Kolsrud.