AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCounterfeit Alcohol Claims: Patiala Distillers K Ltd. denied social-media allegations that its alcohol brands are counterfeit, saying it’s a licensed manufacturer in Kenya and urging consumers to report suspicious products to authorities. Food & Drink Demand Under Pressure: Lebanon’s wineries say war and weak demand are cutting domestic sales by 20% to 40% while export pressures mount, even as some producers keep harvesting. Energy-Drink Label Fight: PepsiCo and Monster face scrutiny in India over “energy drink” labeling, with regulators arguing the term is misleading. Wine Industry Moves: Georgia’s wine sector is pushing through education and promotion efforts, while Lebanon’s and other regions’ producers highlight how climate and conflict are reshaping output and sales. Hospitality & Retail Growth: Gong cha climbed to No. 129 on Franchise Times’ Top 400 on strong Americas growth, and a new Kuwait QSR forecast projects market revenue reaching $5.32B by 2035.
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