AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEnergy Curbs on Dining: Pakistan’s Islamabad has ordered tighter business hours amid the West Asia energy squeeze, with markets and malls shutting by 8pm while restaurants and grocery outlets can stay open until 10pm—raising fresh pressure for food operators. Inflation Pressure: Pakistan’s May inflation climbed to 11.7%, with food and non-alcoholic beverages up 7.93%, adding to cost stress across households and eateries. Beverage Deal Watch: Coca-Cola is exploring a potential India IPO for its bottling unit (Hindustan Coca-Cola Holdings), targeting a 2027 listing and possible partial stake sale—an important move in a competitive Indian drinks market. K-Food Export Push: Lotte Wellfood used THAIFEX-Anuga Asia 2026 in Bangkok to court international buyers, spotlighting Pepero and its sugar-free ZERO line. Food Tourism Trend: China’s “companionship economy” is expanding into paid social dining experiences, including hotpot outings, as young consumers seek “emotional value.” Plant-Based Festival: Taiwan’s agriculture ministry is launching a four-month plant-based festival in Singapore, promoting premium Taiwanese produce via dining collabs and tastings.
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