AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoFood Prices Watch: South Africa’s consumer food inflation held near record lows (0.7% in August), with grains, fruits and vegetables in deflation while meat and dairy pressures remain more contained. Animal Welfare & Supply Chains: The Open Wing Alliance’s Fair and Fowl 2026 report finds most major firms are meeting cage-free egg commitments, with progress accelerating as holdouts shrink. Coffee Culture & Retail Promos: National Coffee Day drives a wave of deals and new menu items, including Starbucks’ Aerocano iced espresso and fresh mini pies, plus McDonald’s UK free-coffee app push ending soon. Beverage Regulation Clash (India): India’s Delhi High Court set aside FSSAI’s order against Red Bull’s use of “energy drink,” citing lack of a hearing—while the regulator signals it may appeal. Brand Moves: Malta’s Farsons Shandy rolls out a brighter new look; Suntory expands Lucozade Energy with a Sherbet Twist zero-sugar launch. Sustainability & Packaging: Cambodia launches a Plastic Reboot initiative targeting food, beverage and tourism plastic waste at the source. Business & Markets: PepsiCo faces a cautious analyst downgrade after shares hit a 52-week low, as investors watch North America trends.
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