We don’t normally take lessons from the US on food but there is a lot to learn from America’s tax policies
Other challenges include price and taste expectations, with Gen Zers most likely to succumb
New research and changing social attitudes may usher in a low-booze era in the US
The post-pandemic US thirst for the spirit has faded, leaving the country distilling more than is being sold
As their diets worsen, young people are suffering increasing levels of malnutrition and obesity. Can the UK turn the tide?
Warming climate and hybrid grapes make country better known for whiskey an unlikely source of award-winning wines
High commodity prices and sustainability concerns prompting investment by likes of Mondelēz into lab-grown versions
Cereal consumption has been on a slow, soggy decline
Workers launch 5-day protest in Chicago, Los Angeles and Seattle as union and coffee chain remain far apart on pay
Price of mince pies and turkey jump driven by energy crisis and supply chain disruption
Consumer companies should beware neglecting historic brands in favour of celebrity start-ups
Jana Partners should not get its hopes up for a quick exit
Azzurri predicts that popularity of burrito and chicken chains with bargain-hungry diners will eventually generate half of profits
Government’s strategic reserves agency to sell 1,000 tonnes in frozen 25kg blocks of unsalted milk-based spread
Pub chains have criticised drinks group for shortfall of Irish stout after soaring demand
Decision comes as chief executive Brian Niccol seeks to turn around sprawling coffee chain
Head of Dutch chocolate maker says trend for outspoken executives has gone too far
The UK’s largest commercial farmer is trying to create a berry brand against intense global competition
Cyber attack having ‘material impact’ on operations, company says in SEC filing
Country’s two biggest supermarket operators suffer a potentially fatal blow in their efforts to consolidate
Fatty molecules also found in UPFs seen at high levels in colorectal tumours
Private equity groups including KKR among those interested in deal that could value Wingstop at £400mn
Consumers need clear information to make healthier choices about what they eat
Group valuations have fallen over the past decade but there are signs that larger companies can still eke out growth
Nigerian president’s economic shock therapy has gutted the middle class and the megacity’s festive party scene
