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How the Ferrero Family Built a Nutella Empire Without Bank Debt
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore how the Ferrero family built a global confectionery empire without ever taking on bank debt. They dive into the company's secretive, self-financing model — from its origins in post-war Italy to the construction of a $30 billion business with zero long-term borrowings. The hosts examine the risks of an all-equity structure, the role of family control, and how Ferrero's financial conservatism paid off during the 2008 crisis. They also discuss the challenge of transitioning to the third generation under Giovanni Ferrero. This is a case study in…
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