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Monday, October 12, 2026

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General Mills says it enters fiscal 2027 from a stronger position after lowering base prices to deliver more value to consumers. The company plans to build on that foundation through influencer partnerships and marketing tied to cultural moments.

3:18 PMConsumer Goods Technology

The article surveys 11 major innovations developed by Estée Lauder Cos. brands across the company’s history. It presents the breakthroughs as milestones in the evolution of the beauty portfolio and its products.

10:55 AMWWD

India’s food regulator, FSSAI, has intensified enforcement across consumer sectors, raising compliance costs for companies. Brands are reassessing product claims and formulations as tighter scrutiny creates the prospect of higher operating costs and consumer prices.

12:04 AMEconomic Times

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