AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoFood Supply Security: Cyberattacks on supermarket refrigeration systems have spread across Europe, spoiling food and hitting UK suppliers. Authorities warn the attacks could threaten supplies. Restaurant Expansion: KFC surpassed 35,000 locations after opening 878 restaurants in the third quarter; Yum Brands expects 2026 to be a record year for growth. Beverage Deals: Sazerac has acquired Oregon craft brewer Full Sail, adding production capacity as it expands in ready-to-drink beverages; the Hood River pub’s staff were laid off. UK-EU Trade: A proposed deal would remove most checks on food and animal products, easing post-Brexit trade barriers. Coffee: Swiss Water reported a 16% rise in third-quarter processing volumes and plans a 15% capacity expansion in the first half of 2027. Food Prices: The World Bank forecasts food commodity prices will rise about 10% this year and 7% in 2027, adding pressure on consumers.
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