Iran war drives FMCG cost spikes across India
Crude-linked material costs have surged 60 to 70 percent, forcing Dabur, Britannia, GCPL and Nestle India to cut pack sizes and raise prices.
The Financial Express · 2d ago
FMCG Makers Signal More Price Hikes as Inflation Pressures Margins
Leading consumer goods companies cite crude oil volatility, logistics costs, and supply chain disruptions as they prepare another wave of price increases and pack size reductions.
Devdiscourse · 3d ago
Müller buys plant-based firm Berief in dairy shift
The German dairy giant adds tofu and alternative milk production to complement vegan yogurts already in its portfolio.
Just Food · 5d ago
Dabur India raises prices 4%, shrinks small packs to offset costs
The FMCG company is balancing inflation at 10 percent with modest retail price hikes while reducing pack weights in smaller formats.
Lokmat Times · 6d ago
Paper packaging works for some foods, not all
Brands chase "paperisation" to meet consumer demand, but the switch only succeeds for certain products and requires retailer and waste-manager support to avoid passing costs to shoppers.
ConfectioneryNews · 1w ago
Whey protein shortage pushes prices to historic highs
A surge in consumer demand for protein-fortified products has created supply bottlenecks and cost pressures for food and beverage makers.
Food Dive · 6d ago
Gas prices test grocer margins as supply chain costs rise
Retailers report muted near-term impact from surging fuel costs, but executives warn that food prices could rise as energy costs ripple through farming, processing, and transport.
Food Dive · 6d ago
Bel acquires Brainiac brain-health snack brands
The French dairy group buys Ingenuity Foods' Brainiac and Little Brainiac brands to expand its North American snack portfolio.
Just Food · 6d ago
Thailand launches nationwide discount campaign to combat rising living costs
The Thai government is offering essential goods at prices up to 58% lower than market rates through district offices every Friday throughout May.
Bangkok Post · 1w ago
Study finds 1,000 tonnes of microplastics move into food yearly
A new Earth Action study reveals packaging design and manufacturing processes are major sources of microplastic migration into food and beverages.
BeverageDaily · 1w ago
Young American Food attracts Falfurrias investment
The meat supplier, formerly Miami Beef, secures private-equity backing as it expands into premium protein categories and adds production capacity.
Just Food · 1w ago
Sprouts Charts Selective Price Cuts After 2025 Slump
The specialty grocer is making targeted price adjustments on essentials like coffee to rebuild its affordability image after disappointing prior-year results.
Grocery Dive · 1w ago
T&G Global to sell NZ and Pacific produce units
The New Zealand fruit company is divesting regional fresh produce businesses to focus on apples and IP-driven fruit varieties.
Just Food · 1w ago
Bisca buys Ireland's East Coast Bakehouse
The Danish cakes and biscuit maker adds the Irish bakery to its portfolio, gaining entry to major UK and Irish retailers and expanding its geographic reach.
Just Food · 1w ago
Nestle sells Blue Bottle Coffee as big food rethinks service-led diversification
Nestle has agreed to sell Blue Bottle Coffee to Centurium Capital, with the deal expected to close in H1 2026. The price was undisclosed but reported below the $425 million Nestle paid for the brand less than a decade ago. Nespresso-compatible pod rights stay with Nestle.
BeverageDaily · 2w ago