AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoConsumer Food & Retail Reform: Walmart says it will remove synthetic dyes and 30+ other ingredients from its U.S. private-label foods, responding to shoppers’ demand for more transparency. Food Safety & Recalls: Walmart also issued urgent recalls for millions of grill brushes over ingestion risk, while multiple toy recalls continue over choking and water-bead hazards. Regulatory Clash in India: Delhi High Court granted Reliance relief to keep marketing Campa beverages as “energy drinks” while its dispute with FSSAI heads back for a Nov. 5 hearing. CPG Growth Watch: India’s Dabur, Marico and Godrej Consumer all flagged steady demand and expect double-digit revenue growth in the September quarter. Packaging Claims Scrutiny: A packaging-focused explainer warns brands that sustainability claims need clear definitions and up-to-date proof across the full supply chain. Brand Licensing Boom: Brand Licensing Europe opened with data showing European licensed merchandise and services hit $82.4B in 2025, led by publishing, sports, and food & beverage. Loyalty Partnerships: Vodafone Qatar and almeera linked iPoints and wafa rewards to let customers redeem across telecom and everyday shopping. Sports Sponsorship: Nigeria’s Rafa Corporation signed a three-year shirt sponsorship with Kano Pillars, tying its Rafa detergents brand to youth development.
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