AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoFood Safety Crackdown: India’s FSSAI stepped up enforcement on packaged foods and drinks, with Britannia’s Rakshit Hargave backing the move as consumer-protective while some brands seek extensions or court relief. Tax Pressure on Drinks: The Philippines’ proposed higher excise taxes on sugary drinks, e-cigarettes and alcohol could further squeeze already-soft consumer spending, analysts warn. Regulation Watch: Maharashtra became the first Indian state to ban analogue paneer for one year, targeting imitation products sold as paneer. Hong Kong Tourism & Dining Boost: Hong Kong expects 1.85 million visitors from second-half mega-events, with wine-and-food activities flagged for retail and restaurant spillover. Alcohol-Free Innovation: Austrian Zeronimo won a US award for best non-alcoholic wine using dealcoholization tech, a sign of momentum for the category. Retail & QSR Signals: Burger King reclaimed the No. 2 US burger spot as Wendy’s sales slid, underscoring shifting demand and value battles. Local Food Culture Events: Malaysia’s Ipoh Jom Makan Expo 2026 is set to spotlight local specialties and street food as a unity-and-tourism play.
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