Danone SA (Danone) is a leading global food and beverage company that produces and markets a diverse range of dairy and nutritional products. The company's primary offerings include yogurts, milk and coffee creamers, plant-based cooking products, specialized nutrition products, and bottled waters.

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Danone invests in research and innovation to enhance the interconnectedness of food, nutrition, and health. The company has established network of 2,100 specialists who work collaboratively across various domains such as everyday nutrition, hydration, gut health, childhood growth, immunity, and mental wellbeing. In 2025, Danone launched over 900 products across 50 countries, showcasing its commitment to addressing diverse consumer needs through superior product design that emphasizes nutritional quality, taste, texture, and affordability. The company's R&D initiatives are supported by a global network of research centers, including the Research and Innovation Center in Paris Saclay, France, and Utrecht, Netherlands. These centers are complemented by six specialized R&I centers worldwide, focusing on areas like dairy technology, plant-based technology, precision nutrition, and digital health. As of December 2025, Danone has been a leading force in food science and technology, with over 200 scientific publications and 5,000 patents in its portfolio. In FY2025 the company filed 45 patents and published 87 peer-reviewed articles, particularly in medical nutrition and early-life nutrition. The company launched Iron Biotics, a proprietary prebiotic engine that enhances iron absorption while protecting gut health, and Fortimel Plant-Based Protein, a high-protein medical nutrition drink. These innovations reflect Danone's strategic focus on leveraging scientific insights to drive product development and address significant public health challenges. In FY2025, the company incurred expenses of EUR479 million on R&D, which as a percentage of revenue, stood at 1.7%.