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PepsiCo proves new playbook works as price cuts and innovation drive sales

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Albertsons’ digital strategy helps hold sales steady even as shoppers pull back

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PepsiCo proves new playbook works as price cuts and innovation drive sales

PepsiCo proves new playbook works as price cuts and innovation drive sales

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CEO churn exposes growing cracks in Big Food’s growth model

CEO churn exposes growing cracks in Big Food’s growth model

17-Apr-2026

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PepsiCo, Nestlé and Coca-Cola double down on Mexico as food players chase growth and stability

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USDA creates Office of Seafood to boost US seafood competitiveness

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Looming deadline for state packaging laws places reporting pressure on CPGs

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