AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCorporate Moves: PepsiCo plans to cut about 1,000 North American jobs after weak sales, while renewing KFC beverage agreements in eight overseas markets. Nestlé is counting on nutrition and pet care to drive growth. Demand & Costs: Molson Coors lowered its 2026 outlook as beer demand weakens and costs rise. In Asia, Ingredion says a Thai cassava shortage pushed tapioca prices about 45% higher since January; Japan’s food and beverage spending fell 2.5% in September as households pulled back. Manufacturing & Packaging: SIG secured agreements for 17 filling lines at Gulfood Manufacturing, while Amcor and Yangi unveiled new packaging designs for food applications. Policy & Innovation: Food companies are pushing back against WHO guidance on products with added colours and sweeteners. Fi Europe will spotlight AI in product development, alternative proteins and clean-label reformulation.
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