Kellogg Splits Into Snack Company Kellanova and Cereal Company WK Kellogg Amid Growth Concerns

Kellogg is splitting into two companies snack business Kellanova and cereal business WK Kellogg.
Kellanova will house brands like Pringles and Cheez-It, led by current Kellogg CEO.
WK Kellogg will contain cereal brands like Froot Loops, led by new management.
Wall Street skeptical on growth prospects for both companies.
Kellanova must jumpstart sales growth in snacks.

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