Chipotle Targets Protein-Hungry Consumers With New Snack-Size Menu

Chipotle Mexican Grill is expanding beyond its traditional burrito-and-bowl format as it rolls out a new “High Protein Menu,” including grab-and-go cups filled with chicken or steak. The new offerings, launching this week in the U.S. and Canada, are designed to tap into the growing demand for protein-focused snacks rather than full meals. The move… Continue reading Chipotle Targets Protein-Hungry Consumers With New Snack-Size Menu

Global Brands Unite to Push for Slavery-Free Supply Chains

Some of the world’s largest consumer brands are stepping up efforts to tackle forced labor and improve transparency in global supply chains. Companies ranging from Nestlé and Kellogg to retail giant Walmart have thrown their support behind a new international initiative aimed at strengthening ethical and sustainable sourcing practices. The effort is being led by… Continue reading Global Brands Unite to Push for Slavery-Free Supply Chains

Christmas Markets Find a Growing Home in Japan

What was once a niche seasonal attraction has quickly become a popular way to experience the holidays in Japan. Christmas markets are now a common sight across major cities, with shopping districts, parks, and large commercial developments hosting festive events that draw both local residents and international visitors. Modeled largely on traditional German Christmas markets,… Continue reading Christmas Markets Find a Growing Home in Japan

Global Brands Unite to Push for Slavery-Free Supply Chains

Some of the world’s largest consumer brands are stepping up efforts to tackle forced labor and improve transparency in global supply chains. Companies ranging from Nestlé and Kellogg to retail giant Walmart have thrown their support behind a new international initiative aimed at strengthening ethical and sustainable sourcing practices. The effort is being led by… Continue reading Global Brands Unite to Push for Slavery-Free Supply Chains

FTC Allegations Spotlight Walmart’s Pricing Power in the Grocery Market

Recent disclosures from U.S. regulators have reignited debate over pricing practices in the grocery industry, placing Walmart and PepsiCo at the center of renewed scrutiny. A previously sealed government complaint, made public following the dismissal of a federal lawsuit earlier this year, sheds light on how the Federal Trade Commission viewed the relationship between the… Continue reading FTC Allegations Spotlight Walmart’s Pricing Power in the Grocery Market

South Korea Moves to Curb Plastic Waste With New Pricing and Design Rules

South Korea is preparing a new policy package aimed at reducing plastic waste, with a particular focus on cutting the use of disposable cups. The environment ministry is expected to unveil the plan in the coming days and hold a public hearing to collect opinions before the measures are finalized. At the center of the… Continue reading South Korea Moves to Curb Plastic Waste With New Pricing and Design Rules