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Staples broadens
breakroom supply
Partners w special provider;
champs best pantry practice
Staples made its first positive broadline business supply move in at least 5 yrs. It's partnering with a leading provider of food and beverage programs for modern offices, geared to attract RTO for hybrid workers. “We're confident this partnership will deliver an elevated solution for today’s evolving office” said SVP Mike Cusick. Full story here, first
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United N a t u r a l
Foods' eats up!
Ex-Staples ceo focuses on
streamlining organization
United Natural Foods (UNFI)the US #1 broadline food supplies wholesaler reported steady sales growth in Q3'25. “As consumers continue to seek WFH food solutions, we remain dedicated to provide sustainable value and accelerating performance" said ex-Staples ceo Sandy Douglas. Full analysis here, first
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BradyPlus' Smart
packaging plans
Essential8 audit checks ops:
Receiving thru guest service
“BradyPLUS was created to be a partner delivering premium brands, backed by consultative service tailored to the real challenges operators face today.” states Steven Lettero, Business Development Manager. Our legacy companies are unified under one mission: to support the productivity, safety, and sustainability of foodservice operrations. Full story here. first
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Foodservice fight:
USF outpaces Sysco
Leaders sales volume growth
slows especially in US market
Foodservice supply leaders to restaurants & businesses #1 Sysco & #2 USFoods reported steady volume growth and flattening inflation. Both ceo's were happy with the return to 'normalized' markets and programs to regenerate growth. The big food market fight returns with USF outpacing Sysco. Comparative report analysis here, first
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PFG: Powerful Food
Service G r o w t h
Acqu'ns boost growth. Price
inflation offsets slow volumes
Performance Food Group inc.Vistar, the leading US food & beverage services wholesaler reported powerful sales growth in Q3'25 as businesses & restaurants returned to 'normal'. CEO George Holm commented "consumer has remained resilient in the early weeks of Q4'25" Full analysis here, first
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Aramark advance
loses momentum
Vestis uniforms spun-off
FM services contract wins
Aramarkthe $17Bn business services provider in Hospitality & FM sales momentum slowed in Q2'25. CEO John Zillmer's plans to "elevate the hospitality culture" and transform customer orientation are progressing well. Report analysis here, first
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Back to Starbucks!
Transition too slow?
Niccol nails service issues but
turnaround still yet to happen
Starbucks new boss Brian Niccol has made a whirlwind start in addressing the negative issues surrounding the global #1 personalised refreshments service experience. He wants to re-establish the "brand's upscale, premium vibe". On the ground evidence not there yet? Full analysis here, first
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Foodservice fights
recover & rematch
#1 Sysco & #2 US Foods
sales volume growth slowing?
Foodservice supply leaders to restaurants & businesses #1 Sysco & #2 USFoods reported solid volume recoveries and flattening inflation. Both ceo's were happy with the return to 'normalized' markets and programs to regenerate growth. The big food market fight returns with USF gainng market share. Sysco report analysis here...US Foods due 8May
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Coke frothy from
high price hikes
NAmerica volumes down.
Pricing power up +5%
Coca Cola business supply inc. restaurants, volumes have not recovered after the Covid/Hybridwork hiatus. CEO James Quincey reported declining volumes overall offset by continued price inflation in Q1'25. Coke demand was flat with water and coffee (Costa) well down..Full analysis here, first...
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Nestle: flat volumes
price hike boosted
Nespresso slow return. CEO's
plan to focus on real growth
Nestle the #1 global #1 food & beverage maker reported flat volumes in Q1'25, boosted by price increases. Demand continued steady in WFH-consumer markets e.g. coffee, water. " We've achieved good traction in the roll-out of innovations eg Nescafé Espresso", reported ceo Laurent Freixe.Full story here, first
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