AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoChina Fast-Food Shake-Up: Burger formats are booming in China as smaller households and tighter budgets push diners toward cheaper, portable meals; Yum China’s Pizza Hut Burger Bar is expanding fast, with plans to reach 500-600 outlets by end-2026. Trade & Prices: Canada is scrambling to avoid steep U.S. tariffs on a wide range of exports, while India weighs cutting sugar import duties to cool record local prices ahead of peak demand. Food Safety & Health: Bengaluru’s school shut down after flu-like reports, with authorities denying an H1N1 outbreak; India’s rail catering inspections seized unapproved water and food items. Alcohol Licensing (US): California’s ABC is authorizing new on-sale and restricted licenses across multiple counties and San Francisco/Los Angeles zones, with application windows set for mid-September. Consumer Trends: Social media is reshaping food choices, from viral recipes to fitness-focused meals; in Romania, shoppers are trading down amid inflation, keeping FMCG volumes steadier. Energy Drinks: Ember Beverages launches a zero-sugar, 200mg-caffeine eight-flavor energy range. Local Food Events: SABECO is boosting engagement at Vietnam’s Khanh Hoa Sea Festival with Bia Saigon pairings.
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