China Focus: Mengniu, Yili, alt protein hurdles, and the trends shaping food
From functional dairy and digitalisation to alternative proteins, we explore China’s food industry developments, emerging trends and the people shaping its future
Markets
Ghirardelli joins Dubai chocolate craze with new-look Squares
Chocolate maker puts spin on Dubai chocolate craze with taller Squares
What is next for food and beverage cargo thefts after the surge in 2025?
After a sharp rise in 2025, reported thefts have declined in 2026, but shifting product trends, freight hotspots and evolving fraud tactics continue to challenge CPG supply chains
Protein boom powers confectionery growth
Protein is reshaping confectionery innovation, but consumers continue to put taste, texture and indulgence first
Will Vandemoortele and Délifrance’s integration squeeze bakery buyers?
Vandemoortele and Délifrance have the scale to reshape frozen bakery, but customers will want to know how much of the benefit reaches their businesses
ANZ Focus: COA protein chocolate, Australia labels and Food Top 25
COA protein chocolate, Australia labels and Food Top 25 feature in this edition of ANZ Focus
Nestlé backs landmark effort to improve cancer care
Food and beverage giant partners with the WSSO to make nutrition a standard part of cancer surgery care worldwide
Can AI stop seasonal promotions wasting money?
AI can help brands create seasonal campaigns and check whether stores deliver them, but faster marketing won’t rescue an offer shoppers can’t find or don’t want
Japan Focus: Health, innovation and the forces shaping food and drink
In this edition of Japan Focus, we explore the health and nutrition trends, market drivers and sustainability challenges shaping Japan’s food and drink industry — and the wider Asian food landscape
Growth drivers in Japan’s food and drink landscape
Affordability, health, product safety, and convenience as important considerations shaping Japanese consumers’ purchasing decisions
Spins leverages vast datasets with new AI product discovery tool
As AI assistants reshape product discovery, the retail analytics firm is using its datasets to help CPG companies improve their visibility in AI-driven shopping results
What is the best way to talk to organic shoppers?
New Organic Trade Association research explores how Gen Z and millennial shoppers respond to organic messaging and what marketers may be overlooking as the category looks to its next phase of growth
Nestlé launches its first-ever cookie Advent calendar
World’s biggest CPG counts down to Christmas with 12 Days of Nestlé Toll House, combining festive flavours with brand heritage and the growing consumer appetite for nostalgia
How can CPG brands stand out as private label expands?
As retailers expand mid-tier and premium store brands, CPG companies must respond with faster innovation and a closer eye on consumer trends
Could PepsiCo’s snack turnaround offer a blueprint for its struggling beverage business?
As pricing changes, portfolio innovation and renewed investment help revive North American snack volumes, CEO Ramon Laguarta is looking to improve soft-drink performance through increased marketing, focused innovation and stronger execution
Barry Callebaut’s move beyond chocolate fails to convince investors
Chocolate producer’s transition into complete product solutions is designed to unlock growth, but investors remain unconvinced
Ghirardelli enters snack aisle in major move beyond chocolate
Luxury chocolate brand enters the snack aisle in a major expansion beyond chocolate roots
ASEAN Focus: Nestle nutrition, Carlsberg Malaysia and Kinza expansion
Nestle nutrition, Carlsberg Malaysia and Kinza expansion feature in this edition of ASEAN Focus
What makes a snack worth the price?
Savory snacks win on health, while sweet snacks win on fun
Nestlé signs biggest-ever global brand deal with NBA
World’s biggest CPG bets on basketball to reach the next generation, signing 21-market NBA deal
A celebrity event designer’s playbook for Halloween launches
Edward Perotti argues that brands must move beyond predictable colours and seasonal sprinkles if they want their Halloween launches to command attention
Our top 10 most-read F&B industry news from Sept 2026
Check out our top 10 most-read F&B industry stories from Sept 2026, including Nestle Russia, climate-fuelled mycotoxins and Aussie food labelling changes
Mars predicts a future of automated and immersive retail
Agentic technology is increasingly shaping what consumers expect from their shopping experience as household staples are relegated to automated replenishment while immersive spaces are designed to drive discovery and spotlight viral trends
Ferrero targets protein-led growth beyond chocolate
Confectionery giant strengthens position in fast-growing snack market with Power Crunch revamp
The future of cocoa: Why volatility’s here to stay
Climate change, ageing plantations and fragile supply chains are putting cocoa under unprecedented pressure. The industry’s response could determine the future of chocolate itself
Coca-Cola Co’s new Topo Chico Colección signals a new era for sparkling water
From premium provenance and adventurous flavors to functional benefits and kids’ beverages, a wave of new launches is expanding what sparkling water can be, and the occasions it can own
How airports are driving trial for beverage brands
For many travelers, the airport has become a destination for beverage discovery
Mars gives Skittles a crystal crunch as texture trend accelerates
Confectionery giant gives Skittles a crunchy new twist, as texture becomes key confectionery battleground
From Kyoho grape to pickle: Why beverage brands are taking more risks with flavour
Step aside, orange and cola – global fruits, unusual botanicals and unexpected combinations are pushing beverage innovation beyond the familiar
Chobani ranks higher in AI referrals than e-commerce sales: Euromonitor explains how
The analytics firm offers four strategies for positioning CPG for AI discovery
Mondelēz bets on familiar favourites to drive growth
Confectionery giant gives Cadbury Twirl a makeover as brand extensions continue to drive confectionery innovation
Hormel’s $1B Brakebush deal would nearly triple chicken’s share of its protein portfolio
The deal would add a $1.2 billion foodservice chicken business as Hormel reshapes its portfolio around higher-growth opportunities
Chocolate without cocoa? Why the industry’s taking alternatives seriously
Can alt cocoa secure chocolate’s future? As supply pressures mount, manufacturers are increasingly turning to cocoa-free and hybrid alternatives
Food leaders warn resilience risks are being ignored by board members
A group of senior executives from major UK manufacturers and retailers have gone over their boards’ heads with a stark warning to investors over short-sightedness.
What nutrition education in medical schools could mean for CPG
The initiative creates new implications for how consumers evaluate nutrition guidance, dietary recommendations and health-focused foods
