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As we turn the corner to the second half of the year, CGT takes a moment to reflect on the top headlines of 2016 so far. From lists to executive appointments to trends and more, here is look back at the topics that were top-of-mind on consumergoods.com.

It may not shock you to hear that Starbucks is the top consumer goods company on Fortune's list of the "Worlds Most Admired Companies Top 50 All-Stars." Here we broke out the Top 10 Worlds Most Admired CG Companies to provide a quick look at companies that matter most to you.

When it comes to the CPG industry, it is often noted that the primary consumer is of the female demographic. So, maybe its no coincidence that the most powerful women in the CPG industry know how to appeal to their consumers. This Fortune 500 list includes a snapshot of the most powerful women in CPG, and some of their greatest tips and best practices on balancing family-work life, motivating employees, and more.

Under an initiative approved by the Board, Fortune Brands would become a pure-play spirits company, spin off home and security to shareholders, and either sell or spin off its golf business.

Johnson & Johnson, Procter & Gamble and Coca-Cola were among the 50 companies named to Fortune's list of the world's most admired companies this week. Find out which other leading consumer goods companies made the cut. Plus, CGT reviews the financial performance of each amid a recession.

Private label products are make up 37 percent of products on the shelves, and the number is expected to reach 41 percent in 2008. As a result, CG companies need a new strategy to compete.

Supply chain services to surge in 2004

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