Sugar & Confectionery – WORLD NEWS
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Ukraine sugar production to drop 26% in 2025/26 as EU trade restrictions, lower acreage hit output
Ukraine’s sugar output and exports are set to decline sharply as EU trade restrictions reshape markets and farmers cut planting areas despite stable yields.
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India sugar production to fall below consumptio again as lower cane yields hit output in 2025/26 season
India’s sugar output is set to miss domestic demand again, tightening stocks and supporting prices as lower cane yields force early mill closures.
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Unilever merges food business with McCormick
Unilever explores $15.7bn deal with McCormick to combine food business, as it accelerates portfolio restructuring and responds to investor pressure for growth.
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Meiji Holdings cuts profit forecast after US$122B impairment on China food operations
Meiji revises profit outlook downward following fresh China impairments, citing weak sales, rising costs, and operational challenges across dairy, ice cream, and chocolate segments.
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Valeo Foods to acquire Bulgaria’s Prestige-96 to expand European sweet treats portfolio
Valeo Foods expands in Europe with Prestige-96 acquisition, strengthening its sweet baked goods portfolio and unlocking new growth opportunities across Bulgaria and international markets.