Beverages: Page 97
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As Bud Light's market share erodes, AB InBev struggles to turn it around
The beer giant launched an ad campaign to improve volume sales for the popular alcoholic beverage, but analysts are skeptical it will work.
By Jeff Wells • May 5, 2017 -
Monster earnings receive jolt from ex-Coca-Cola energy drinks
Wells Fargo expressed caution about the company, citing growth in its international business and muted near-term expansion in the U.S.
By Caroline Macdonald • May 5, 2017 -
Trendline
Mergers and acquisitions
Declining sales and slowing consumption have more companies divesting brands, opening the door for smaller players and private equity firms to expand their portfolios.
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USDA
Study: Dairy beats plants as a source of protein for children
While the U.S. milk market has been declining, this study published in the British Journal of Nutrition shows there are more reasons to drink up.
By Caroline Macdonald • May 4, 2017 -
Deep Dive
'A money grab': Dr Pepper, Coke execs blast soda taxes as bad for business
The soda makers say the taxes have been "devastating" in cities like Philadelphia and Berkeley, CA.
By Christopher Doering • May 4, 2017 -
Soda tax fails in Santa Fe
In a special election, 58% of voters rejected it — but some analysts say this defeat will not slow the momentum for additional sugary drink taxes.
By Keith Loria • May 4, 2017 -
Study finds water bottle labels are awash in confusion
Companies marketing the beverage use phrases such as “purified tap water,” “iceberg water” and “alkaline infused” to sell their drinks.
By Keith Loria • May 4, 2017 -
Molson Coors revenue surges following MillerCoors deal
Mark Hunter, the beer giant's CEO, said 2017 will be a transitional year for the company following the $12 billion acquisition.
By Christopher Doering • May 3, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Despite bets on fast-growing brands, Dr Pepper Snapple isn't giving up on soda
As healthier beverages become increasingly popular, the beverage giant is still digesting its acquisition of Bai Brands and placing emphasis on a "both hands strategy" for growth.
By Christopher Doering • May 2, 2017 -
Drink your vitamins: VitaCup launches fortified coffee
The San Diego-based beverage startup delivers a daily serving of vitamin B in its K-cups, which could shake up the vitamin innovation space.
By Keith Loria • May 2, 2017 -
Retrieved from Coca-Cola on April 20, 2017
Coke partners with chefs and foodies to put the soda on more dinner menus
As part of its “Serve with a Coca-Cola” campaign, the beverage giant is hoping this effort will reinvigorate a brand losing ground with health-conscious consumers.
By Keith Loria • May 2, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Sam Adams founder urges DOJ to crack down on craft brew takeovers by beer giants
The U.S. beer market is already a "duopoly" in which Molson Coors and AB InBev control 90% of production — and the government should stop any further consolidation from occurring, according to Jim Koch.
By Christopher Doering • May 1, 2017 -
Why a former dairy changed itself into a nut milk company
After closing its doors last fall, Elmhurst Dairy reinvented itself by embracing consumer demand for plant-based beverage products.
By Keith Loria • May 1, 2017 -
Deep Dive
PepsiCo CEO: We're holding off on a big acquisition — for now
“There isn’t a large company that we have not looked at,” Indra Nooyi, chairwoman and CEO of PepsiCo, said at the Beverage Forum in Chicago.
By Christopher Doering • April 28, 2017 -
Evolving views of healthy eating strain CPG sales
Major manufacturers are especially feeling the pinch as consumers are more likely to turn to "healthier" versions of their favorites from smaller upstart companies.
By Keith Loria • April 28, 2017 -
Retrieved from PepsiCo on October 14, 2013
PepsiCo's Q1 earnings bubble over analyst expectations
The beverage giant posted earnings of $1.32 billion, an uptick analysts say stems from cost-cutting efforts and strong snack performance.
By Emma Liem Beckett • April 26, 2017 -
Bai boosts Dr Pepper Snapple's earnings
The beverage company's sales posted a slight increase — $1.51 billion for the quarter, compared to $1.49 billion last year — as the investment in the superfruit drink appears to be paying off.
By Keith Loria • April 26, 2017 -
Coca-Cola to escalate cost cuts as earnings fizzle
The report comes as James Quincey takes over as CEO next week with a promise to remake the iconic soda maker into "a total beverage company."
By Christopher Doering • April 25, 2017 -
Deep Dive
A Balancing Act: Does getting acquired tarnish the health halo of better-for-you brands?
As major manufacturers add smaller brands to their portfolios, they can either use them to boost their potential or contribute to their demise.
By Keith Loria • April 24, 2017 -
Study: Researchers link artificially sweetened sodas to increased risk of dementia and stroke
While the data suggest a possible tie between diet soda and health risks, the findings do not definitively connect the beverage to these illnesses.
By Caroline Macdonald • April 24, 2017 -
Study: Berkeley soda tax reduced sales of sugary drinks 10%
In its first year, the California city's tax raised $1.4 million for child nutrition and community health programs, researchers found.
By Keith Loria • April 21, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Hemp foods seek high that so far has been largely elusive
Sales of hemp food products surged 44% to $129 million in 2016, but the nascent industry remains saddled with regulatory hurdles and challenges in educating the public.
By Christopher Doering • April 20, 2017 -
Coke uses data on shoppers' smartphones to lure them to the beverage aisle
The flashy signage uses a mix of Google Cloud technologies to offer brand campaign videos, store-specific promotions or app-guided shopping lists tailored to individuals that pass by.
By Keith Loria • April 20, 2017 -
Perfect strangers? Dean and Kraft Heinz partner for new campaign
The new marketing promotion will include in-store presence, special product labels and social media outreach.
By Keith Loria • April 20, 2017 -
Connecticut is latest state to consider soda tax
The proposal, which is under review by the state legislature, would add a penny-per-ounce tax to drinks with high-calorie sweeteners.
By Keith Loria • April 19, 2017 -
Harris Teeter and Shipt expand grocery delivery business to include beer and wine
Beginning April 20, more than 1.5 million households in the Raleigh and Durham areas will gain access to alcohol along with groceries from the supermarket chain.
By Keith Loria • April 17, 2017
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