Research & Analysis

OSLO - Norwegian supermarket retailers are teaming up in a bid to defend their profitable business against German discount chain Lidl, which is scheduled to open 65 stores in Norway starting this summer, Norwegian newspaper Aftenposten reports.

ZURICH - Nestle SA's chief executive today said the company has no plans for a major deal, following reports that the company is considering a $22 billion bid for General Mills, according to Reuters.

NORTHFIELD, Ill. - Kraft Foods, Inc. has abandoned its plan to reduce some portion sizes, saying consumer research shows shoppers prefer to have the choice of whether to go with smaller packages.

TORONTO - Loblaw Cos., Ltd., based here, has selected Livermore, Calif.-based iTradeNetwork as the supply chain management solution provider for its fresh products sourcing.

LONDON - U.K. grocer J Sainsbury underwent changes in its operating board today, naming trading head Stephen Nelson its new marketing director, according to a Reuters report.

New York - General, rather than ethnic-specific, product appeal is the key to growth in the ethnic cosmetics and beauty care market, according to a new report from market research publisher Packaged Facts, "The U.S. Market for Ethnic Cosmetics, Hair Care, and Beauty Products."

Many in the food industry have dedicated their business know-how to making the world a better place.

As consumers go grill crazy in rising numbers, meats are set to sizzle this summer.