8+ hour, 27+ min ago  (320+ words) The global sparkling wine market remains robust, despite a drop in consumption, and it is projected to reach $54. 7 billion (48. 0 billion) in 2025, based on Euromonitor International estimates. In its first Sparkling Report, Pro Wein highlights that sparkling wine continues to outperform…...

10+ hour, 27+ min ago  (275+ words) Frozen bakery company Europastry is set to acquire Highland Baking Company, a family-owned US-based premium bread producer for the foodservice channel. Highland Baking Company operates two production facilities in Northbrook, Illinois and in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Known for its quality…...

1+ day, 8+ hour ago  (372+ words) The 2026 cherry harvest in Germany is expected to reach around 51, 100 tonnes, representing an increase of 8. 5% compared to the previous year, according to the Federal Statistical Office (Destatis). While 2025 recorded a high harvest volume of 47, 100 tonnes, the harvest of sweet and…...

1+ day, 22+ hour ago  (529+ words) Netto Marken-Discount is set to open the world's first supermarket built using 3 D concrete printing in Neubulach, Germany. The supermarket will feature floor area of 1, 700 square metres and more than 1, 300 square metres of wall surface. The technology " previously used in…...

2+ day, 4+ hour ago  (314+ words) Fair trade sales in France grew by 23% in 2025 compared to the previous year to reach "3. 27 billion ($3. 52 billion), according to the latest data released by Commerce "quitable France. Julie Maisonhaute, general delegate of Commerce "quitable France, stated, "Fair trade labels offer…...

3+ day, 1+ hour ago  (283+ words) The Coca-Cola Company has announced that Jennifer Mann, executive vice president and president of its North America operating unit, will step down from her role. From 1 August, president and chief financial officer John Murphy will take on Mann's previous responsibilities…...

3+ day, 6+ hour ago  (335+ words) Real estate investment group Indotek Group has acquired the remaining 53% stake in Auchan Retail Hungary, taking full ownership of the retail company. In October 2023, Indotek Group announced a strategic partnership with Auchan Hungary and the acquisition of a 47% stake in…...

3+ day, 6+ hour ago  (268+ words) British American Tobacco said on Monday it plans to reduce its workforce by about 20%, as it pushes ahead with an AI-driven transformation programme to cut costs and bolster profits amid regulatory challenges and delayed launches. The tobacco giant said it…...

6+ day, 10+ hour ago  (312+ words) France's Federation of Commerce and Distribution (FCD) has teamed up with five major retailers to demonstrate the direct impact of their commercial negotiations on consumer prices. The initiative " which includes Auchan, Carrefour, Coop'rative U, E. Leclerc and Intermarch' " aims to counter…...

1+ week, 23+ hour ago  (266+ words) French logistics operator FM Logistic'has announced an agreement to acquire a majority stake in Germany's Sch'flein Group. The French group, which serves as a major logistics partner for international FMCG brands and retail chains, among others, is expanding its footprint…...