North America

From Kerrygold To Pittsburgh, Tony O’Reilly Was A Food Industry Game-Changer

Tony O'Reilly has passed away at the age of 88. Steve Wynne-Jones recounts the late businessman's retail, sporting and life achievements.

Pernod Ricard Appoints Conor McQuaid As CEO Of North America Business

Pernod Ricard has appointed Conor McQuaid as CEO of North America (USA & Canada), effective 1 January 2024.

WH Smith Bets On North America, Travel Recovery To Boost Growth

WH Smith is betting on new store openings in North America and the ongoing travel recovery in Asia and Europe to lift growth in the coming year, the B...

Starbucks To Raise Wage For US Store Workers By At Least 3% From 2024

Starbucks will raise the hourly pay for its US retail workers by at least 3% from 2024, it said on Monday as it plans to expand its store count amid strong...

Chocolate Makers' Prospects Sour As Cocoa Prices Spike

Chocolate makers like Hershey and Mondelēz face tougher trading conditions over the next year as they attempt to pass on soaring cocoa costs to cash-strapp...

Kerry Group Reports 5.1% Revenue Increase In First Half

Kerry Group has reported sales worth €4.1 billion, an organic revenue increase of 5.1%, in the first half of its financial year.

Coca-Cola Raises Annual Forecasts As Demand Unaffected By Price Hikes

Coca-Cola Co raised its annual revenue and profit forecasts after beating quarterly results on the back of higher pricing, with demand for its soft drinks...

Kimberly-Clark Lifts Annual Forecasts On Price Hikes, Steady Demand

Kimberly-Clark Corp raised its full-year sales and profit forecasts on Tuesday, as the maker of Kleenex tissues and KleenGuard benefits from price increase...