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FMCG Weekly
Welcome to FMCG Weekly, your go-to podcast for the most insightful trends and innovations in the fast-moving consumer goods and retail industries across the UK and Europe.
Each week, we scan the latest news from the UK, France, Germany, the Benelux, Scandinavia, the US, and beyond, cutting through the noise to deliver the most relevant stories for industry experts and senior managers. A note about our voices: We use AI narration technology to bring you this content.
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FMCG Weekly
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In this week's podcast, we delve into the latest developments among leading fast-moving consumer goods companies. Unilever is spinning off its ice cream division, including brands like Ben & Jerry's and Magnum, to focus on higher-margin beauty and wellness segments. Kraft Heinz is implementing price reductions to attract cost-conscious consumers. PepsiCo is addressing changing consumer preferences towards healthier snacks, impacting its North American sales volumes. Procter & Gamble is advancing its Supply Chain 3.0 initiative to achieve significant cost savings. Coca-Cola has raised prices across markets, boosting revenue despite some volume declines. Nestlé is increasing marketing investments to counter a slowdown in organic sales growth. Mondelez International is balancing price adjustments with targeted promotions to maintain market share. These strategies highlight the challenges and responses of FMCG companies in today's dynamic market.
FMCG Weekly - News and trends curated by Accuris, the leading independent consultancy for revenue growth management