AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoU.S.-Canada Trade War Hits Food & Drink: Trump’s latest escalation includes bans on Canadian alcohol and some dairy (plus 50% tariffs on additional goods), set to take effect Sept. 29, with economists warning the bigger risk is longer uncertainty for Canadian businesses. Alcohol-Free Momentum in the U.S.: New Hampshire restaurants are leaning into alcohol-free hangouts as adult drinking rates fall, with venues adding late-night nonalcoholic social spaces. Restaurant Shakeups: O’Charley’s is closing all remaining locations nationwide, while First Watch expands in Bowling Green—signaling continued churn in casual dining. UK Food Inflation Outlook: The Food and Drink Federation forecasts UK food and nonalcoholic beverage inflation near 4% by end-2026 and above 6% mid-2027, driven by energy, logistics, and packaging costs. Eggs & Markets: Cal-Maine Foods set its fiscal Q1 2027 earnings date, as investors watch the broader food supply chain. Nonalcoholic Retail & Community: Soft Bar + Cafe marks its 1-year alcohol-free milestone in Greenpoint, highlighting growing demand for beverage-led concepts. Food Policy Watch (India): India’s push for bold front-of-pack warnings on high fat/salt/sugar foods targets rising child obesity and diabetes. Local Food & Beverage Events: Pine Bluff voters will decide on Sunday alcohol sales this November, and City Park’s fall concert series will feature rotating food and drinks.
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