AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoFood Labeling: India’s food regulator accused PepsiCo of misleading consumers by marketing Sting Energy and Adrenaline Rush as “energy drinks,” arguing the products should meet rules for caffeinated beverages. PepsiCo’s response was not included in the report. Product Launches: More than 480 products and technologies made global, regional or China debuts at Shanghai’s CIIE, including new skincare, fragrances, food and consumer technology—underscoring the expo’s role as a gateway to Chinese shoppers. Food Prices: The UN’s food price index fell 1.2% in October as cereal, dairy and meat prices eased, though it remained 5.9% above a year earlier. Holiday Shopping: A KPMG survey found 49% of UK consumers planning or considering Black Friday purchases had delayed buying in hopes of discounts; clothing was the top target. Pet Spending: In a US survey commissioned by Elanco, 93% of pet owners said they had maintained or increased pet spending recently, and the same share expect to do so over the coming year.
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