Archives for February 15, 2007

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Climbing costs hit German snack market

By  Catherine Boal

Hot weather, the rising cost of raw materials and a poor potato harvest have contributed to a downturn in the German snack market – threatening profits for producers balancing mounting costs with waning demand.

Palm oil demand drives Indofood share surge

By  Neil Merrett

Indonesia's leading cooking oil producer witnessed surging share prices on its Singapore trading debut yesterday, as investors sought to capitalize on growing interest in the country's palm oil sector.