AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoBrand Leadership: The Marzetti Company named Mark Christenson president of its retail business, adding leaders in brand innovation and customer development as it targets growth. Sports Marketing: Nepal’s Xtreme Energy Drink is backing nine national cricketers and sponsoring teams across several leagues, using sport to build its profile. Alcohol Retail: Convenience stores are adjusting beer ranges toward fast-growing imports, premium labels and value brands, while adding focus to ready-to-drink cocktails. Beer Outlook: Heineken has warned that weight-loss drugs could weigh on beer sales and is encouraging UK pubs to promote non-alcoholic options; the sector is also facing a decline in drinking and brewery closures. Packaging Policy: Registration has opened for the UK’s deposit-return scheme, set to launch in October 2027. Food Costs: Canadian food inflation slowed to 1.7% in September, but Loblaw flags freight costs, tariffs and commodity swings as ongoing pressure on suppliers.
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