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‘Real’ chocolate is making a comeback as cocoa prices fall
Hershey has made public its plans to hike the cocoa content in its chocolate alternatives, which it calls chocolate cand...
China’s pet food market heats up as local brands take on global giants
The domestic boom has squeezed the market share of international brands such as Canada’s Orijen and Nestle’s Purina.
Green packaging finally takes off as Iran war causes plastic prices rises
Rising plastic costs are pushing Asian manufacturers and retailers towards paper-based alternatives.
Weight-loss drugs users are eating more chocolate, says Lindt
Lindt said US sales of premium chocolate increased among GLP-1 users by nearly 17 per cent in 2025.
Big Food pours millions into rebrands as obesity drugs reshape US demand
Diet changes linked to GLP-1 drug use could mean up to US$12 billion in snack sales lost over the next decade.
Kimberly-Clark to buy Tylenol maker Kenvue for US$40b
Deal talks between the companies started after Kenvue announced it was reviewing strategic alternatives.
Suntory chairman steps down over drug allegations
Niinami, a high-profile and outspoken business leader, has denied breaking the law.
Humble coconut oil turns into a luxury on rising demand, shrinking output
Growing demand in the face of production limits will keep second-half global prices in the range of US$2500 to $2700.
Couche-Tard pulls $47 billion bid for Seven & I, cites lack of engagement
The surprise move marks the end of a year-long attempt by Circle K operator Couche-Tard to create a global c-store giant...
From cans to cartons – how Trump’s metals duties impact US grocers
Companies are now facing higher costs, forcing them to look at alternatives like glass, plastic or fibre-based container...
Back to 2019: Moet Hennessy to cut workforce by 10 per cent as sales slide
Guiony and his deputy, Alexandre Arnault, son of LVMH owner Bernard Arnault, told staff at Moet Hennessy this week that ...
Australian beef replaces US as trade war hits Beijing’s restaurants
"They have to switch to Australian beef - even the American steak restaurants," the beef supplier said.
Baby food makers fall foul of US lead standards
Products with elevated levels included organic sweet potatoes from Beech-Nut, Just Prunes from Plum Organics, and 2nd fo...
Texas AG launches probe into Kellogg over breakfast cereal health claims
Paxton's office said the company had removed artificial food colorings in Canada and Europe but not in the United States...
Australian beef farmers say Trump tariffs to boost price of US hamburgers
"It does make the commodity that's going into America a lot dearer for their own consumers."
Sweeping new US tariffs on imports expected to escalate global trade war
Trading partners are expected to respond with countermeasures of their own that could lead to dramatically higher prices...
Couche-Tard and 7-Eleven hit early roadblock in store divestiture plan
Sources familiar with Couche-Tard and Seven & I have argued that their divestiture package consists of competitive s...
Double-digit coffee price hikes loom after Arabica bean prices double
As roasters press for price hikes, grocery stores and supermarkets are pushing back, postponing signing new supply deals...
Seven & I founders in equity talks with Thailand’s CP Group
The founding family is in talks to take Seven & I private through a management buyout.
US FDA proposes putting nutrition labels on the front of packaged foods
Countries such as Australia, Belgium, Chile, France and Italy have already made front-of-package labeling either mandato...
