Key facts
- Ben & Jerry's founders are exploring a deal to separate the brand from its owner.
- A KKR executive is involved in the potential separation deal.
- The ice cream brand is owned by Magnum, a Unilever spin-off.
Ben & Jerry's founders are reportedly exploring a deal with an executive from KKR to separate the ice cream brand from its current owner, Magnum. Magnum is a spin-off from Unilever. The Wall Street Journal reported the development on Monday.