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.
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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.
FDA Warning Letters Are Surging. Here’s Why.
FDA warning letters are climbing in 2026, and food-industry operators ignoring the trend may be next in line.
Not All UPFs Are Equal, and Experts Want the FDA to Act
A new expert panel says ultra-processed food regulation needs a sharper scalpel: separate the harmful from the clinically beneficial, now.
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.
Target Gives Cereal Brands a Dye Deadline
Target's synthetic dye cereal ban takes effect May 2026, with shelf consequences for brands that don't reformulate in time.
Why KitKat Owns Japan While Every Other Western Candy Fails
Nestlé's KitKat Japan success comes down to one disciplined strategy that most Western food brands never attempt in competitive Asian markets.