As we enter the second half of 2012, the editors of CGT like to take stock of the stories that were the most interest to our readers. Here is a look back at the top 5 headlines on Consumergoods.com this year.
The acquisition will expand Campbells portfolio of healthy beverages and provides significant presence in the rapidly growing market for packaged fresh foods.
The appointments come after the existing CEO and Chairman of the Board announced their resignations. Additionally, the company announced the elimination of the Chief Financial Officer position.
Initially launched as a beta pilot, Waterworks, a clean water program, is among the first Timeline applications for charitable giving, connecting Facebook users around the world with real individuals and communities in need.
The combined company would lead the global beer industry with roughly 400 million hectoliters of beer volume annually and 2012 estimated revenues of $47 billion. Its operations would span 24 countries with enhanced opportunities for 150,000 employees across the globe.
Settling industry rumors, Anheuser-Busch InBev noted that there is truth to the recent speculation regarding a possible combination between AB InBev and Grupo Modelo.
The Coca-Cola Company has robust plans to capture growth in India with investments in innovation, expansion of distribution network, etc. The company has already invested more than $2 billion in India since it re-entered the country in 1993.
Dave Woodard is expected to lead Heinz North America to new levels of success by leveraging his proven expertise in marketing and innovation, and his keen understanding of consumer behavior.
