Tyson Has Inflation Modeled. Do You?
Food industry inflation is now a planning assumption, not a surprise. Plus: Ingredion's $3.7B move and AI shifting from system of record to system of action.
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Ferrero Doubles Down on Sugar While Rivals Clean Up
Ferrero's Kinder Joy and Wonka treat launches signal continued investment in North America, even as the confection category faces clean-label pressure.
Ferrero Doubles Down on North America With Kinder, Wonka
Ferrero's Kinder Joy and Wonka treat launches signal a deeper Ferrero North America expansion push, leaning on licensed IP and confectionery craft.
Starbucks Kills Its AI Inventory System After 9 Months
The Starbucks AI inventory system lasted less than a year. Employees called it unreliable, and the company is reverting to traditional stock-keeping.
Kroger’s New CEO Is Gunning for Walmart on Price
Greg Foran signals sweeping Kroger price cuts strategy to close the gap with Walmart, Costco, and Aldi.
Oscar Mayer Bets the Bun on Broadcast TV
The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile race is leaving streaming for broadcast TV, as Kraft Heinz doubles down on Memorial Day hot dog dominance.
Kroger’s New CEO Bets Price Cuts Will Win Back Shoppers
New CEO Greg Foran's Kroger price cuts strategy targets thousands of SKUs, funded by leaner sourcing and smarter technology deployment.
Elmhurst 1925 Bets Clean Label Can Win the RTD Protein Wars
Elmhurst 1925's new clean label RTD protein line lands at Sprouts with 27g plant protein, 3g sugar, and a NEXTY Award already in hand.
Mars Goes Freeze-Dried and Swicy. But Is It Clean?
Mars confectionery innovation strategy leans hard into flavour and digital impulse. Transparency and clean-label? Still waiting in the wings.
Kroger’s Executive Exodus Continues Under Foran
Kroger executive departures are accelerating under new CEO Greg Foran, with 18-year veteran Jamie Lancaster the latest senior leader to exit.