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What do GLP-1 drugs mean for alcohol industry?

Producers appear to be approaching the issue as part and parcel of the broader growing consumer interest in health and well-being and moderation.

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UK food inflation to hit 9% by end of year, trade body forecasts

"The current situation is unprecedented and hard to predict," said Dr Liliana Danila, chief economist at The Food and Drink Federation.

US spirits exports hit by trade tensions 

DISCUS said the “decline was driven primarily by downturns in two key established markets”, Canada and the EU.

Pernod Ricard sells Kenwood Vineyards to Korbel owner

The French spirits giant bought Kenwood from Korbel, also known as F Korbel & Bros., in 2014.

Coca-Cola Co. and bottlers to invest in South Africa operations

The soft drinks giant is making the investment alongside local "authorised bottlers" Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa and Coca-Cola Peninsula Beverages.

Waterford Whisky saga underlines changing times in Irish whiskey

The stories of Waterford Whisky and Powerscourt Distillery – like the stills that have fallen silent across Ireland – constitute a jolting wake-up call for the industry, writes Richard Woodard.

Princes ready to up prices amid Middle East cost pressure

Princes is facing “substantial” cost increases but the UK group believes its business can perform well if consumer confidence comes under pressure.

Stock Spirits makes another 100%-agave Tequila push

The new line includes blanco and reposado variants both at 35% abv and an añejo variant at 40% abv.

Ambienta acquires plant-based group The Bridge

Ambienta said it will support The Bridge’s goal of becoming “one of the leading players in the sector".