AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoTrade Costs: U.S. importer Gellert Global is challenging 50% tariffs on Canadian goods in court, warning of added pressure on food and beverage costs. Food Affordability: Canadian food banks recorded 2.35 million monthly visits in 2026, up 117% since 2019, as food prices climbed about 30% since 2021. Nutrition Business: Abbott plans to spin off its nutrition division and cut its 2026 sales-growth outlook, following years of turmoil over infant formula. Restaurant Competition: Fast-casual chains continue to outpace overall restaurant growth, while fast-food operators face weaker traffic; Flipkart is also testing a food-delivery service to challenge India’s Zomato and Swiggy. Beverage Deals: KFC plans to replace Pepsi with Coca-Cola at 3,700 U.S. restaurants in 2027, ending a partnership of nearly 40 years.
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