Kraft Heinz stock rises after report it is shopping Breakstone's dairy brand

Kraft Heinz Co. shares gained about 1% in after-hours trading Tuesday afternoon after a report said that it is shopping its Breakstone's dairy business. CNBC reported that the sources that said it is looking to sell the business believe it is valued at about $400 million. The food conglomerate said last month in its earnings report that it was considering selling more of its brands, after already announcing two planned divestitures, including its Canadian natural cheese business. CNBC previously reported that the Maxwell House coffee business is also being considered for a sale. The stock is down more than 50% in the past year after plunging to record lows after reporting earnings last month.

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