AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoM&A Watch: Uber has agreed a €12.7bn takeover of Delivery Hero, a move that could trigger competition scrutiny as the pair operate across 99 markets (with some overlapping markets to be sold off). UK Food Business: Premier Foods says Q1 sales rose on strong “Sweet Treats” demand, with Mr Kipling among the fastest-growing brands. Trade & Agriculture: India-UK CETA comes into force, with experts pointing to lower duties for many Indian exports including processed food, plus potential knock-on effects for UK consumer prices. Hospitality & Drink: The Telegraph’s expanded “650 Best Pubs” guide adds Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, with Merseyside featuring prominently. Health & Safety: A new UK warning highlights methanol poisoning risks in 29 countries for holidaymakers. Water Pressure: Welsh Water warns a hosepipe ban could be introduced in parts of Wales this weekend amid heat and low rainfall. Food & Climate Innovation: A “community powered” sauna in Tower Hamlets will be heated using food waste processed locally.
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