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On the money: Analysts hail Tyson Q1 despite profit slump
By: Michelle Russell | 7 February 2012
Tyson Foods managed to garner the support of analysts on the release of its first-quarter results, beating estimates despite continued high feed costs.
On the money: Kellogg warns European profits could fall again in 2012
By: Dean Best | 6 February 2012
US cereal giant Kellogg has warned the profits from its European operations could fall again this year amid the challenging economic environment on the Continent.
2012 - Supermarket battles to drive supplier M&A
By: Dean Best | 6 February 2012
Some of the world's largest retailers struggled in 2011, which promises to mean even more intense competition in 2012. What could this mean for suppliers? Ultimately, it could mean the industry witnesses more consolidation this year.
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Food giants report 2011 results, provide 2012 outlook
The world's largest food manufacturers are reporting their financial results for 2011, one of the most challenging 12 months in recent years. The companies are also providing an outlook for the year ahead, which promises little respite.
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Latest blog: Major M&A deals fall into place
By: Dean Best
7 February 2012
Two of the more notable pieces of M&A in the food sector in recent months look to be nearing completion.
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US: Wal-Mart logo to highlight healthier food
7 February 2012
Wal-Mart Stores plans to put a logo on some of its private-label foods that it claims will help US consumers identify healthier food.
GERMANY/UK: Muller seals Wiseman takeover
7 February 2012
German dairy giant Müller has declared its takeover bid for Robert Wiseman Dairies "unconditional" after securing almost 94% of the UK milk supplier's shares.
NORDIC: Nestle, Orkla "in talks to buy Findus unit"
7 February 2012
Nestle and Norwegian consumer goods group Orkla are reportedly among the companies interested in buying Findus Group's Nordic unit.
BRAZIL: Acquisitive Frutarom buys flavours firm Mylner
7 February 2012
Frutarom is set to make its third acquisition of 2012 after signing a deal to buy Brazilian flavours firm Mylner.
CHINA: Former Woolworths exec Foran to lead Wal-Mart's Chinese unit
7 February 2012
Long-time Woolworths Ltd executive Greg Foran has been appointed as the new president and CEO of Wal-Mart Stores' operations in China.
Promo Tracker: Waitrose offers deepest promotions
7 February 2012
Waitrose's promotions offered consumers the highest saving on average, according to the latest data from the just-food Promo Tracker.
US: Post shares begin trading after Ralcorp spin-off completed
7 February 2012
Shares in Post Holdings have begun trading in New York after the US cereal maker was spun off from private-label food group Ralcorp Holdings.
CANADA: Wal-Mart claims "record" year of expansion
7 February 2012
Wal-Mart Stores has outlined its expansion plans in Canada for the next 12 months.
US: Supervalu to cut 800 jobs
7 February 2012
US retail chain Supervalu Inc is to reduce its workforce by around 800 staff in a bid to accelerate a turnaround of the business.
US: Restructuring, impairment, spin-off costs hit Sara Lee profits
7 February 2012
Half-year profits at US food and beverage group Sara Lee have tumbled by 75% due to restructuring and impairment charges, as well as costs from its planned split.
US: The Pantry Q1 net losses improve
7 February 2012
US c-store operator The Pantry has lowered its first-quarter losses as a result of higher fuel prices and a reduction in costs.
Confectionery, flavours, packaging: just-food's research round-up
7 February 2012
The chocolate sectors in perhaps the land of chocolate - Switzerland - and in the fast-growing emerging market of Vietnam are featured in this week's selection of reports from the just-food research store. A look at successful sustainability initiatives, the evolution of the flavours market in a downturn and the rise of nanotechnology in packaging are also highlighted.
SPAIN: Natra forms international chocolate arm
6 February 2012
Spanish confectioner Natra has created an international chocolate subsidiary in a bid to cut costs and boost its position in the confectionery market.
UK: Kerry Group mulls closure of frozen ready-meals plant
6 February 2012
Kerry Group has begun consultation on the future of its frozen ready-meals facility in the UK town of Grimsby.
UK: Rustlers owner Kepak buys ABP's Feasters brand
6 February 2012
Irish food maker Kepak Group, the owner of convenience foods brand Rustlers, has acquired the Feasters brand from Anglo Beef Processors (ABP) subsidiary Eatwell.
