11 March 2025
SABMiller reports volume decline
The world’s second largest brewer, SABMiller, has reported a lager volume decline of one per cent in the first half “reflecting difficult trading conditions across many of (their) markets”, however soft drink volumes rose slightly and revenues were boosted by price hikes.The maker of Peroni and Grolsch said the decline was lead by continued weakness in the South American, European and US markets, but financial results were broadly in line with expectations.
Latest US beverage trends as reported by JWT Intelligence
Following on from its latest food trends report, J. Walter Intelligence (JWTI), has also compiled a ...
California implements methane reduction targets
The US state of California introduced limitations on greenhouse gas emissions into law on 19 Septemb...
Surprise Kraft Heinz Unilever acquisition bid withdrawn
Unilever has rejected a takeover offer from Kraft Heinz worth approximately US $143 billion.
Pepsi Co launches new premium water
The US arm of Pepsi Co has launched a new premium bottled water brand designed to serve “as a source...
Bega’s plans for Vegemite and other brands: Is China an option?
Perhaps many urbane Australians eating avocado on toast for their breakfast will be surprised to lea...
Concern over bodybuilder injecting oil
There is concern over a new trend involving bodybuilders injecting natural oils to help them gain mu...
Go vegetarian to lose weight says researchers
Vegetarian diets are almost twice as effective at helping you lose weight a study has found.
The rise of pumpkin spice in America
As Autumn hits the US, the country is once again being inundated with pumpkin spice flavoured food a...