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Infant formula recalls: More than 30 “clinical” reports in UK “consistent” with cereulide

“We received 36 clinical notifications of children developing symptoms consistent with cereulide toxin after consuming potentially affected batches” - UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA).

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AB InBev veteran named Lamb Weston executive chair

Alongside hiring Craps for the new role, Lamb Weston has also appointed a new CFO.

Sports nutrition group Fit Foods attracts investment

The business employs around 200 people and owns brands such as Mutant, Pure Vita Labs, Whey Gourmet, and North Coast Naturals.

Good Guys Bakehouse attracts industry veteran as investor

The fledgling UK savoury-biscuits business has closed its latest fundraising round.

The Fini Company buys German confectionery firm Tri D’Aix

The Fini Company said it “sees this acquisition as a way to strengthen Tri D’Aix and support its continued growth”.

PepsiCo CEO sees “big opportunities” from GLP-1 drugs

The use of the medication is on the rise and data appears to show a reduced appetite for snacks.

Mondelez thrown curve ball by cocoa retreat in challenge to pricing strategy

How the Cadbury chocolate brand owner’s competitors play the cocoa card is likely to be a key watching point as prices extend pullback from record highs.

Snacks prices, productivity, drinks “progress” – takeaways from PepsiCo 2025 results

Shares in PepsiCo rose as Q4 results beat expectations and management set out plans for 2026.

Sullivan & Cromwell, Kirkland & Ellis top consumer M&A charts in 2025

Sullivan & Cromwell ranked highest by deal value, while Kirkland & Ellis worked on the most transactions by volume.