AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoInvestment & Capacity: Zimbabwe’s Varun Beverages plans a US$350 million solar project and a new beer plant as it expands beyond soft drinks, water and snacks. Mars will invest US$1.4 billion in US manufacturing in 2027 to modernize facilities and strengthen its supply chain. Market Moves: Carlsberg agreed to sell Britvic Brazil to Grupo JAV for US$89.8 million, while protein-shake maker Good Protein secured CA$128 million to fund growth and product development. Trading & Jobs: African Distillers reported a 40% jump in half-year revenue, led by stronger wine, ready-to-drink and spirits sales. PepsiCo plans to cut about 1,000 North American jobs amid weak sales. Consumer Shifts: Circana finds restaurant spending among GLP-1 households recovers relative to non-users in the second year, while food and beverage buying habits continue to shift. Food Safety: UK authorities warned shoppers about recalled Cullen Skink soup over possible spoilage and a Rubicon juice drink containing undeclared sulphites.
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