AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoSugary-Drink Tax Push in the Philippines: The House health committee in Manila has a new chair, Dr. Giselle Maceda, as lawmakers co-host hearings on higher excise taxes for sweetened beverages—proposals would lift rates sharply for caloric/noncaloric sweeteners and high-fructose corn syrup, drawing pushback from beverage groups. Coffee Deals Day: National Coffee Day is driving a wave of promotions across the U.S., from free or discounted cups at major chains to app-based loyalty perks. Red Bull Label Fight in India: India’s Delhi High Court quashed an FSSAI order restricting Red Bull’s “energy drink” label, citing procedural issues and leaving the broader health/safety question unresolved. CocoLove Chocolate Launch: Coconut water brand CocoLove expands with CocoLove Chocolate, blending 100% coconut water with real cocoa and coconut cream. Food Prices Watch: The Maldives reports food and beverage prices up nearly 6% year-on-year, with fruits/vegetables and tuna among the biggest movers. Cage-Free Egg Progress: The Fair and Fowl 2026 report says most evaluated global companies are meeting or advancing cage-free commitments, while a smaller group still lags. Spirits & Formats: Suntory Global Spirits is betting on smaller UK pack sizes, rolling out 35cl Jim Beam variants as fractional formats gain.
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