Uni-President profit rises 9% in first half, as hidden worries linger
The food and drink maker’s bottom line growth in an increasingly competitive environment spotlights the company's durability Key Takeaways: Uni-President reported its profit for the first half of the year…
Restructuring hits Want Want’s bottom line, as top line ekes out growth
The veteran food giant’s revenue began expanding again in its latest fiscal year, but channel reconstruction, new product promotions and rising costs depressed its profit Key Takeaways: Want Want's revenue…
BRIEF: Yum China among bidders for KFC, Pizza Hut operator in Hong Kong, Taiwan
Restaurant operator Yum China Holdings Inc. (YUMC.US; 9987.HK) and private equity giant Carlyle Group (CG.US) are among the parties interested in buying Jardine Matheson’s (JARD.SI) restaurant unit, which runs the…
China’s prepackaged coffee drink market enters new era of quality
The country’s ready-to-drink coffee market has grown rapidly in recent years, transforming from a simple pick-me-up product into a lifestyle statement LeadLeo Research Institute China’s ready-to-drink (RTD) packaged coffee…
Anjoy’s IPO advances in crowded field of food listings
A Hong Kong listing plan by the leading maker of frozen foods like fish balls has received a green light from China’s securities regulator Key Takeaways: The Chinese securities regulator…
Nissin Foods looks ‘Down Under’ to escape China pressure cooker
The instant noodle maker said it will buy an Australian frozen dumpling maker for $23.3 million, as it looks to diversify beyond its China base Key Takeaways: Nissin Food is…
Weilong defies downbeat consumer market with its cheap spicy snacks
China’s leading maker of snacks typically costing less than $1 reported its revenue jumped 26% in the first half of the year, while its profit rose 39% Key Takeaways: Weilong…
