UK's Haleon Slides As Weak Flu Season, China Hit Prompt Outlook Cut
Haleon cut annual revenue growth outlook to below market forecasts, hurt by weak demand for cold medicines and a regulatory setback in China.
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Dutch Regulator Blocks Takeover Of Unilever's Unox Brand
Dutch market regulator ACM said it would not allow the takeover of Unilever Dutch soup and sausage brand Unox by Zwanenberg Food Group.
German Competition Authority Approves REWE’s Takeover Of 38 Tegut Stores
The German Federal Cartel Office (Bundeskartellamt) has conditionally approved retailer REWE’s planned takeover of 38 tegut stores.
The marketplace rulebook: what tougher regulation could mean for sellers and brands
Online marketplaces have transformed the way brands reach consumers, but the model is increasingly coming under regulatory scrutiny. From VAT collection and tax reporting to…
Danish Government Exempts Several Crops From 2027 Nitrogen Regulation
The parties behind Denmark’s green tripartite coalition have agreed to exempt several items from the new 2027 nitrogen regulation.
Ghana's Cocoa Regulator Secures $288m For Farmer Purchases
The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has secured 3.39 billion cedis ($288.02 million) through the issue of short-term debt on the domestic market.
Swiss Retailers Back Strict Rules For Foreign E-Commerce Platforms
The Swiss Retail Federation has backed proposed federal overhauls to curb regulatory imbalances for foreign online marketplaces.
Swiss Retailers Call For Regulatory Relief Due To Prolonged Heatwave
Switzerland’s retail sector is feeling the strain of a prolonged, scorching summer, which has severely disrupted consumer demand.
PepsiCo, Monster, Reliance Win Reprieve On 'Energy Drink' Label Ban In India
PepsiCo, Monster and Reliance can keep using the ‘energy drink’ label in India after a court paused the regulator’s ban.
North Macedonia Approves Proeks International’s Acquisition Of Tinex
North Macedonia's competition regulator has approved Proeks International's acquisition of local wholesaler and retailer Tinex Market Skopje.
PepsiCo, Monster Challenge India 'Energy Drink' Label Ban, Citing Business Impact
PepsiCo and Monster Beverage have sued India's food regulator for banning their use of the "energy drink" label, non-public court filings sh...
CMA Considers Remedies Package For Southern Co-op Deal
Britain's competition regulator is considering the remedies offered by Co-op for its proposed merger with Southern Co-op.