AGP Executive Report
Last update: 32 minutes agoFood Safety Recall: PepsiCo recalled about 122,000 cases of Gatorade (28-ounce Lemon Lime/Orange and Zero versions) across 37 states after FDA flagged undeclared Yellow No. 6 and/or Yellow No. 5 dyes; the recall was updated to Class II. Consumer Protection Lawsuit: Starbucks faces a federal class action claiming its “sugar-free” protein drinks contain more sugar than advertised, with plaintiffs alleging false labeling. Antitrust in Fast Food: McDonald’s is hit with a proposed nationwide class action alleging AI-powered pricing helps coordinate menu prices across franchises and company stores; McDonald’s denies it sets prices. Chain Restructuring: Oprah-backed True Food Kitchen filed for Chapter 11 and permanently closed 12 locations, shrinking to 34 restaurants. Retail & Dining Expansion: Penn Square Mall (Oklahoma City) plans Athleta, The North Face, Barnes & Noble (with café) and a new North Italia opening Dec. 16. Local Food & Beverage Moves: Chipotle teamed with London Vegetable Orchestra for a produce-based “From Ground to Sound” track; Steak ’n Shake says its buns are now seed-oil free.
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