AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFood Transparency & Labeling: A new explainer highlights how consumers struggle to decode drink ingredients, pointing to limited disclosure on alcohol labels and the broader trust gap around what’s actually in beverages. Influencer Trust: Research says food influencers are the least trusted source for food info, even as younger shoppers still use social media to discover products—so attention is winning over credibility. Starbucks Lawsuit: Starbucks faces a US class-action claiming its “sugar-free” protein drinks contain meaningful sugar, with the company saying it clearly discloses nutrition and will fight back. Energy Drink Label Fight (India): Delhi High Court allowed PepsiCo and Monster to sell existing “energy drink” stock while blocking further production under the descriptor, after FSSAI ordered label changes. Antitrust in Beer (Japan): Japan’s antitrust watchdog raided major brewers over alleged beer price cartel coordination, marking a rare food-and-drink probe. Restaurant & Menu Moves: Costa Coffee reworks its autumn Maple Hazel into an iced matcha drink; wagamama is bringing fish and chips back in ramen form for Gen Z. Food Safety/Compliance: Pennsylvania restaurant inspections flagged issues like grease accumulation and sanitizer gaps, underscoring ongoing hygiene enforcement. Business Expansion: Paris Baguette expands its Paran Label “health” line across all Singapore stores, reporting strong sales lift after rollout.
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