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
Iran conflict tests food brands' pricing power
Fuel volatility and consumer financial strain are forcing manufacturers to choose between passing on costs or absorbing margin pressure.
ConfectioneryNews · 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
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
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