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02 September 2025

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02 September 2025

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No more “boring” Nestlé – what next after shock CEO sacking?

For years, Nestlé was seen as one of FMCG’s most dependable companies. A second change of CEO in a year – this time for personal reasons – has left the market wondering what’s ahead.

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Suntory Holdings CEO resigns over probe into supplements purchase

Niinami had been CEO at Suntory for over a decade, taking on the position in 2014.

02 September 2025

Kraft Heinz confirms split into two independent companies

“This focus will enable stronger performance while preserving the scale to compete and win in today’s environment,” Kraft Heinz said.

02 September 2025

Zamora strikes India deal for Licor 43

Along with Licor 43, Zamora's Martin Miller’s Gin, and Villa Massa's Limoncello and Amaretto will join Monika Alcobev's distribution portfolio in India.

02 September 2025

Finland’s Olvi snaps up Latvian brewer Valmiermuižas Alus

According to the Sandels brewer, Valmiermuižas Alus is Latvia's "largest premium craft brewery".

02 September 2025

Nestlé dismisses CEO after “undisclosed romantic relationship”

Laurent Freixe, who worked Nestlé for almost 40 years, had a relationship with a “direct subordinate”, the food and drinks giant said.

02 September 2025

Celsius talks up prospects for under-pressure Rockstar

Celsius has acquired the Rockstar Energy brand in the US and Canada.

02 September 2025

Ontario to keep US alcohol ban until tariffs are removed or new deal agreed

Speaking to reporters, Ontario premier Doug Ford said: "Well, it's still going to be banned until they cut the tariffs or we make a deal with them. It's not coming on our shelves."

02 September 2025