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ADM has extensive capabilities in producing ingredients from agricultural origination to distribution and a wide product portfolio in nutrition tapping into the latest consumer trends. This has enabled the company to position better in key growth…

This report examines inflation levels and drivers globally and in key countries. Global inflation is reaching a peak, although geopolitical risks and uncertainty in the energy market remain key risks. The impact varies between countries, with…

Based in Switzerland, Givaudan is one of the leading companies in flavours and fragrances worldwide. The company sells ingredients for packaged food, beverages, nutraceuticals, home care, personal care, fabric care and oral care. Givaudan has been…

Beauty and personal care packaging remained resilient globally, with Asia as the growth engine and toiletries dominating volume sales globally. As lifestyles continue to evolve, packaging innovation will be challenged to respond to consumers’ new…

The report examines inflation level and drivers globally and in the key countries. Global inflation is forecast to accelerate due to higher energy and commodity prices, disruptions in supply chains and weaker business confidence. Impact varies…

IFF is one of the leading global ingredients manufacturers, with a diverse portfolio encompassing Nourish, Health & Bioscience, Scent and Pharma Solutions. The company sells ingredients to 50,000+ clients globally in industries like packaged food,…

Increasingly popular in Western Europe, among Millennials and Gen Z who are most influenced by climate impact, refillable and reusable solutions continue to expand across the beauty, home care, food and drinks industries. The recurrent themes of…

Cargill has continued to expand its capacities through acquisitions and investments, most notably in bio-industrial, clean labels and plant-based sectors. Examples of these activities include the acquisition of the UK firm Croda in the bio-industrial…

The growing popularity of subscription boxes has led to a rise in M&A activity and funding for subscription box start-ups. Available across industries, they target specific consumer needs through different subscription models: pure convenience,…

As consumers increasingly seek plant-based protein ingredients, producers are ever-more interested in plant-based food for health and sustainability; innovation around plant-based protein ingredients is surging. This briefing suggests that, besides…

Social and environmental concerns have grown due to COVID-19 and unstable sociopolitical repercussions in the region. Both lifestyles and purchase decisions have aligned towards taking action to preserve the environment. With consumers and…

Plant-based eating and alternative proteins are on the rise. More consumers are limiting consumption of animal agriculture-derived products, and this dynamic segment of food and nutrition is home to continuing innovation. Health, sustainability and…

Mixing-in-the-Moment (MITM) is a smart technology disruption of traditional value chains surrounding consumable additives (like detergents, fragrances, drinks, cosmetics and other fluids).This is proving to be a consistent and predictable disruption,…

In a world that now seems more about disruption than stability, it is always better to be the disruptor than the disrupted - and that means pushing horizons outwards. Strategy needs to be built as part of a wider consumer system rather than at…

Competition in the ingredients industry intensifies around the latest consumer-led trends with plant-based, clean label and functional food being at the forefront. In that context, Kerry heavily invests in enhancing its capabilities through either…

Clean label has become more pertinent in recent years and claim visibility has become more essential with the rise of e-commerce. The definition of clean products is also nudging past the limits of health and nutrition to cover a more holistic…

While sugar legislation has played a part in reshaping the sugar and sweeteners market, consumer demands are just as important, and look set to transform this industry. This report examines current consumer attitudes towards sugar and sweeteners, as…

Royal DSM is a global company active in nutrition, health and sustainable living. The company has followed an acquisitions and partnership strategy to increase its ability to deliver innovative solutions for human and animal nutrition, and personal…

Ingredion constantly expands its capabilities and expertise through acquisitions and investments in global companies, strengthening its performance and position in growth areas such as clean label and plant based. The growing demand for healthier…

Based in Switzerland, privately-owned Firmenich is among the world’s largest producer of fragrances and flavours, mainly supplying the food, drinks, beauty and home care industries. Its product innovations focus strongly on natural ingredients and…