$4bn Chinese investment is just the beginning, says Coca-Cola
Soft drinks giant Coca-Cola is investing $4bn (€2.8) in China in a bid to double revenues in the region by 2020.
Archives for August 22, 2011
USDA rejects NYC food stamps soda ban
US Department of Agriculture (USDA) officials have rejected a proposal from New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg that would have banned sugary drinks from the list of products that can be bought with food stamps.
5-hour Energy increases grip on energy shots market
5-hour Energy’s grip on the US energy shot market has tightened further in the past year, with the brand now accounting for nine out of every $10 spent in the burgeoning category.
Fosters to return A$500m to shareholders
Fosters intends to return at least A$500m to its shareholders, as the company tries to fend off the hostile offer SABMiller (SAB) made last week.
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