AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoRestaurant Results: Burger King’s U.S. same-store sales rose 8.4% in Q3, while Popeyes fell 2.2%, hurt by weak promotions and changes to its wings menu. Wingstop sales dropped 5.4%; the chain is leaning on value offers and AI-personalized marketing to win diners back. Packaged Foods: Mondelez reported 2.3% revenue growth and 1.8% volume and mix growth, and agreed to acquire Undercover Snacks, a maker of quinoa crisps. Grocery Delivery: DoorDash is reportedly buying Instacart for $17 billion, a deal that would reshape online grocery delivery. Food Safety: SLR Food Distribution recalled Wise Wife ground cinnamon over potential lead contamination. Supply & Security: The World Bank warned global food prices could rise 10% this year amid supply shocks. Separately, the Pentagon is investigating suspected cyberattacks after freezer failures spoiled food at six military commissaries.
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