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BrewDog faces significant distribution loss as pubs shift to competitors
BrewDog, the Scottish craft beer brand, is experiencing a substantial decline in its market presence, with nearly 2,000 pubs across the UK severing ties with the brand.
Aug 18, 2025


Diageo increases cost-saving target amidst fiscal challenges
Diageo has announced a significant increase in its cost savings target as part of its ongoing Accelerate programme, now aiming for approximately $625 million in savings over the next three years.
Aug 6, 2025


Update: How the new EU and US tariffs agreement will impact F&B businesses
Following Donald Trump’s open letter to the EU proposing trade tariffs, an agreement between the US and EU has been reached during the US President’s recent trip to Scotland.
Aug 1, 2025


Oatly reviews China business amid ongoing evaluation of Asian operations network
Swedish oat milk company Oatly has revealed it is conducting a strategic review of its Greater China business amid a broader evaluation of its operations in Asia.
Jul 24, 2025


Nestlé initiates review of vitamins business amid steady financial performance
Nestlé has announced a strategic review of its vitamins, minerals and supplements segment, which may lead to the divestment of several underperforming brands, including Nature’s Bounty.
Jul 24, 2025


PepsiCo accelerates productivity initiatives amid integration efforts in North America
PepsiCo says it is intensifying its productivity initiatives as the company seeks to enhance operational efficiencies and integrate its North American operations.
Jul 21, 2025


Kraft Heinz considers divesting grocery segment in potential $20bn spin-off
According to reports from major media outlets, including Bloomberg and Financial Times, Kraft Heinz Company is actively considering a significant restructuring that would involve spinning off a substantial portion of its grocery business, which includes several iconic Kraft products.
Jul 14, 2025


JM Smucker navigates challenges following Hostess acquisition
The JM Smucker Company is grappling with operational and financial challenges as it integrates Hostess Brands, which it acquired in November 2023.
Jun 13, 2025


Meala teams up with DSM-Firmenich to launch texturizing protein for meat alternatives
Plant-based start-up Meala FoodTech has partnered with DSM-Firmenich to launch Vertis PB Pea, a texturizing pea protein designed to bring better nutritional value to meat alternatives.
Jun 3, 2025


Beyond Oil raises over CAD 10.6m to support global expansion
Food-tech company Beyond Oil has raised CAD 10.64 million (approx. $7.67 million) through a brokered private placement to accelerate its global growth plans and support product distribution.
May 23, 2025


Beyond Meat secures $100m financing despite challenging Q1 results
Plant-based meat producer Beyond Meat has secured a $100 million financing facility from Unprocessed Foods, an affiliate of the Ahimsa...
May 12, 2025


Bakkavor announces extension of Greencore merger deal deadline
The deadline for Greencore's acquisition of Bakkavor has been extended after an initial agreement in principle for the £1.2 billion deal announced earlier this month.
Apr 14, 2025
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