AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoQuick-Commerce Expansion: India’s premium mixer brand Sepoy & Co. posted 43% year-on-year growth and is now stocked across 128 cities and 2,210 dark stores, with Blinkit emerging as its top quick-delivery partner. World Cup Liquor Rules: Singapore police approved eight F&B outlets for extended liquor trading hours during the tournament, with applications handled by the Police Regulatory Department and unapproved late service flagged as an offence. Deal Watch (Restaurants): Yum! Brands agreed to sell Pizza Hut for $2.7bn in two transactions, splitting the business between Yum China and private equity—raising questions about the brand’s turnaround prospects. Food Safety Probe: Pakistan’s Islamia University of Bahawalpur opened an inquiry after a student reportedly fell ill after a soft drink from the campus canteen; investigators are looking at drink sales, emergency oxygen availability, and ambulance readiness. Food & Drink Culture: Manchester’s Vimto is celebrated for its 1908 origins and global reach, while India’s coffee capital Buôn Ma Thuột is spotlighted for street food and robusta-driven culture. Local Community Dining: Victoria’s Wingstock returned for a sold-out charity event with wing vendors, beverage partners, and fundraising for local hospitals and schools.
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