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Woman worried at the grocery store due to rising prices (Getty Images/iStockphoto) The Japanese government will establish a mechanism for food price hikes in an attempt to the limit the backlash when cost increases are passed on to consumers. Japan, like many other markets worldwide, has felt the impacts of rising production and logistic costs

APAC confectionery is one of the most varied in the world, with different cultures having their own specialities, such as traditional kuih desserts in Malaysia, sweet treats like jalebi in India, and traditional Japanese confectionery termed wagashi, in addition to standard sweets, candies and jellies. According to 2024 data from Euromonitor, confectionery was the second

The FNA Food and Beverage Trailblazers monthly podcast highlights leading start-ups and entrepreneurs in the Asia Pacific region. (©William Reed) Singapore’s Petale Tea believes it has found a unique niche in the market for premium, personalised consumption in the shape of blooming tea balls. Petale lays claim to being the first blooming tea specialist in

Mars Wrigley on plans for affordable premiumisation and local flavour focus across AMEA Confectionery giant Mars Wrigley has highlighted key business strategies including affordable premiumisation, holistic wellness and local flavour focus across the Asia, Middle East and Africa (AMEA) region. According to Mars Wrigley Global Emerging Markets (GEM) President Gabriel Fernandez, the role of snacking

The RTD coffee category is seeing a boom among Gen Z and Millennials interested in café culture where they can find their favorite customizable, premium coffee drinks. (Source: NESCAFE) Coffee Shop At Home: Nestle unveils strategies to boost business in India and China Nestle is targeting growth for its coffee business in China, India and