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      <title>Territory Changes and Deals: KDP. Poppi. Olipop. Coke Consolidated. Brown-Forman. PepsiCo. Swoon. ReLid. Gorgie</title>
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      <guid>http://www.beverage-digest.com/articles/1414</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 07:30:47 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>U.S. Beverage Bottlers React to ‘Perfect Storm’ of Cost Pressures</title>
      <description>Rising fuel and aluminum prices against the uncertainty of a war in Iran and the highest annual inflation rate since May 2023 have caused increasing angst among US beverage bottlers and distributors. BD informally surveyed executives across the Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, Keurig Dr Pepper, and independent beverage distribution systems during the past week to find out what cost and profit margin pressures they face now, and what additional pressure they expect. The bottlers also discussed concerns about the revenue side of their P&amp;Ls as consumers look for ways to better afford high grocery and gas prices. During the first-quarter earnings cycle in recent weeks, Coke, PepsiCo, Keurig Dr Pepper, Celsius Holdings, and Monster Beverage all addressed current and anticipated commodity inflation pressure this year, while adding that the costs are mostly manageable so far. “We expect beverage companies will feel margin pressure in 2026, with likely pricing actions in 2027,” RBC Capital Markets Beverage Analyst Nik Modi wrote in a May 7 research note, citing higher costs for aluminum and fuel. Much of the pressure is falling on distributors who own and fuel the trucks that move beverages and buy the aluminum cans that drinks are packaged in. One bottler called it a “perfect storm” of cost pressures. The following is a summary of responses and key themes that emerged from more than a dozen discussions:</description>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Rising <a href="https://www.eia.gov/petroleum/gasdiesel/">fuel</a> and aluminum prices against the uncertainty of a war in Iran and the highest <a href="https://www.bls.gov/news.release/cpi.nr0.htm">annual inflation rate</a> since May 2023 have caused increasing angst among US beverage bottlers and distributors. BD informally surveyed executives across the Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, Keurig Dr Pepper, and independent beverage distribution systems during the past week to find out what cost and profit margin pressures they face now, and what additional pressure they expect. The bottlers also discussed concerns about the revenue side of their P&Ls as consumers look for ways to better afford high grocery and gas prices. During the first-quarter earnings cycle in recent weeks, Coke, PepsiCo, Keurig Dr Pepper, Celsius Holdings, and Monster Beverage all addressed current and anticipated commodity inflation pressure this year, while adding that the costs are mostly manageable so far. “We expect beverage companies will feel margin pressure in 2026, with likely pricing actions in 2027,” RBC Capital Markets Beverage Analyst Nik Modi wrote in a May 7 research note, citing higher costs for aluminum and fuel. Much of the pressure is falling on distributors who own and fuel the trucks that move beverages and buy the aluminum cans that drinks are packaged in. One bottler called it a “perfect storm” of cost pressures. The following is a summary of responses and key themes that emerged from more than a dozen discussions:</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 07:30:37 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Opening Thoughts: The Great Natural Color Catchup</title>
      <description>When it comes to the transition from artificial food and beverage colors to natural colors, the US is 15 years behind Europe. And there is a concerted, even frantic effort now to catch up. That was my biggest takeaway from this month's BevTech conference, an annual gathering hosted by the International Society of Beverage Technologists. This is where the nation's beverage scientists go to discuss "The Science of the Sip," as this year's event was themed. The 350 professionals in attendance engineer and manage everything from ingredients to PET blow molding needed to get a drink from formula to shelf. I opened the conference with an overview of industry trends before taking in several presentations and a few extremely technical breakout sessions. Right now, there isn't a major food and beverage company that isn't working on the shift...</description>
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        <![CDATA[<p>When it comes to the transition from artificial food and beverage colors to natural colors, the US is 15 years behind Europe. And there is a concerted, even frantic effort now to catch up.</p>

<p>That was my biggest takeaway from this month's BevTech conference, an annual gathering hosted by the International Society of Beverage Technologists. This is where the nation's beverage scientists go to discuss "The Science of the Sip," as this year's event was themed. The 350 professionals in attendance engineer and manage everything from ingredients to PET blow molding needed to get a drink from formula to shelf. I opened the conference with an overview of industry trends before taking in several presentations and a few extremely technical breakout sessions.</p>

<p>Right now, there isn't a major food and beverage company that isn't working on the shift...</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 07:30:28 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Stocks: Coke, Monster Gains Beat Broader Market Through Q1 Earnings</title>
      <description>Most beverage and retail stocks tracked by BD have outperformed the broader market this year through May 11. The S&amp;P 500 gained +8.3%, while the Consumer Staples Index rose +9.0%. The majority of beverage companies in BD's tracking universe outpaced both benchmarks. All share price results in this story are year-to-date through May 11. MAJOR BEVERAGE COMPANIES. Coca-Cola shares gained...</description>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Most beverage and retail stocks tracked by BD have outperformed the broader market this year through May 11. The S&P 500 gained +8.3%, while the Consumer Staples Index rose +9.0%. The majority of beverage companies in BD's tracking universe outpaced both benchmarks. All share price results in this story are year-to-date through May 11.</p>

<p><strong>MAJOR BEVERAGE COMPANIES.</strong> Coca-Cola shares gained...</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 07:30:24 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Marriott Switching to Coke from Pepsi after 35 Years</title>
      <description>Marriott International is switching to Coke from Pepsi after 35 years, BD has learned. Coca-Cola and PepsiCo confirmed ...</description>
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        <![CDATA[Marriott International is switching to Coke from Pepsi after 35 years, BD has learned. Coca-Cola and PepsiCo confirmed ...]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 17:19:24 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Topo Chico Temporarily Shuts Down Mineral Water Wells at Mexico Source</title>
      <description>Coca-Cola bottlers on the West Coast and in the Southwest US are among the worst impacted by a temporary pause on Topo Chico Mineral Water supplies, according to BD sources. In a Feb. 17 letter to bottlers...</description>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Coca-Cola bottlers on the West Coast and in the Southwest US are among the worst impacted by a temporary pause on Topo Chico Mineral Water supplies, according to BD sources. In a Feb. 17 letter to bottlers...</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 07:26:35 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>Turning Knobs: How AI-Driven ‘Digital Twins’ Help CPG Companies Prepare for Disruption</title>
      <description>PepsiCo announced last month an initiative with German tech conglomerate Siemens and computer chip maker NVIDIA to create “digital twins” of manufacturing plants and warehouses. The goal is to use AI-backed digital simulation technology to figure out what physical changes to plants and warehouses would best improve speed, quality, and efficiency. According to Siemens, the technology tested in one US Gatorade plant increased throughput by +20% within three months. PepsiCo estimates it could reduce capital expenditures by -10% to -15% by “uncovering hidden capacity and validating investments in a virtual environment” before construction. “This allows the company to optimize existing assets rather than investing in costly new construction,” Siemens said in a blog post about the PepsiCo partnership. BD wanted to understand how digital twins work, so we turned to Niraj Jha, who is the senior director of logistics at Niagara Bottling. His work is focused on how data, automation, and AI are reshaping beverage supply chains. Jha’s team leads large-scale optimization initiatives across Niagara’s national network. Jha has been an outspoken proponent of AI technology in manufacturing and distribution. The following interview has been condensed and edited for clarity:</description>
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        <![CDATA[<p>PepsiCo announced last month an initiative with German tech conglomerate Siemens and computer chip maker NVIDIA to create “digital twins” of manufacturing plants and warehouses. The goal is to use AI-backed digital simulation technology to figure out what physical changes to plants and warehouses would best improve speed, quality, and efficiency. According to Siemens, the technology tested in one US Gatorade plant increased throughput by +20% within three months. PepsiCo estimates it could reduce capital expenditures by -10% to -15% by “uncovering hidden capacity and validating investments in a virtual environment” before construction. “This allows the company to optimize existing assets rather than investing in costly new construction,” Siemens said in a blog post about the PepsiCo partnership. BD wanted to understand how digital twins work, so we turned to Niraj Jha, who is the senior director of logistics at Niagara Bottling. His work is focused on how data, automation, and AI are reshaping beverage supply chains. Jha’s team leads large-scale optimization initiatives across Niagara’s national network. Jha has been an outspoken proponent of AI technology in manufacturing and distribution. The following interview has been condensed and edited for clarity:</p>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 08:00:47 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>Noteworthy Launches: Beyond Meat. Prime. Nobull. Recover 180. Alani Nu. Celsius. Red Bull. Rockstar. Lucky Energy. Mountain Dew Baja</title>
      <description>The protein push continues. Beyond Meat has launched a drink called Beyond Immerse with 20g or 10g of protein, 7g of fiber, and electrolytes. The drink is packed in 12-oz sleek cans. Calories are 60 for the 10g version and 100 for the 20g version. Flavors are Peach Mango, Lemon Lime, and Orange Tangerine. The drinks are available for a limited time at the company’s</description>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The protein push continues. <strong>Beyond Meat&nbsp;</strong>has launched a drink called <strong>Beyond Immerse</strong> with 20g or 10g of protein, 7g of fiber, and electrolytes. The drink is packed in 12-oz sleek cans. Calories are 60 for the 10g version and 100 for the 20g version. Flavors are Peach Mango, Lemon Lime, and Orange Tangerine. The drinks are available for a limited time at the company’s</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:26:31 -0500</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.beverage-digest.com/articles/1373-noteworthy-launches-beyond-meat-prime-nobull-recover-180-alani-nu-celsius-red-bull-rockstar-lucky-energy-mountain-dew-baja</link>
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      <title>Briefs: SNAP Ban Grace Period; Coke, PepsiCo Reorgs; PepsiCo Factory Simulator; Energy Wins at Tesco; Coke and PepsiCo 'Iconic'; GLP-1 Weight Study; Prime Settles With Mas+; Coke's Quincey on Leadership</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 10:09:11 -0500</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.beverage-digest.com/articles/1364-briefs-snap-ban-grace-period-coke-pepsico-reorgs-pepsico-factory-simulator-energy-wins-at-tesco-coke-and-pepsico-iconic-glp-1-weight-study-prime-settles-with-mas-cokes-quincey-on-leadership</link>
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      <title>Coke to Launch Single-Serve Mini Cans at $1.29 in U.S. Convenience Channel</title>
      <description>Sixteen years ago this month, Coca-Cola launched the 7.5-oz mini can as a “great option for smaller thirst occasions, and for calorie-conscious consumers,” the company said at the time. Launched then in eight-packs, the mini can has since expanded to 6-packs, 10-packs, 24-packs, and even 30-packs, becoming a key format in US retail channels like...</description>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Sixteen years ago this month, Coca-Cola launched the 7.5-oz mini can as a “great option for smaller thirst occasions, and for calorie-conscious consumers,” the company said at the time. Launched then in eight-packs, the mini can has since expanded to 6-packs, 10-packs, 24-packs, and even 30-packs, becoming a key format in US retail channels like...</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2025 08:00:20 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Headwinds for Coke, PepsiCo, KDP in 2025</title>
      <description>Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, and Keurig Dr Pepper face a host of challenges in the US in 2025, ranging from declining consumer sentiment to negative policy actions. All three companies addressed the...</description>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, and Keurig Dr Pepper face a host of challenges in the US in 2025, ranging from declining consumer sentiment to negative policy actions. All three companies addressed the...</p>]]>
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      <guid>http://www.beverage-digest.com/articles/1235</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2025 10:30:05 -0400</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.beverage-digest.com/articles/1235-headwinds-abound-for-coke-pepsico-kdp-in-2025</link>
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      <title>Territory Changes and Deals: Reyes' KDP Appeal, Lucky Energy, Nestle Water Bids, More</title>
      <description>Collection of key deals from around the industry so you don't miss a beat...</description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 08:30:59 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Coke to Launch Simply Pop Prebiotic Soda This Month</title>
      <description>Coca-Cola is forging into the fast-growing gut soda segment using its Simply juice brand, opting to go head-to-head with market leaders Poppi and Olipop instead of acquiring one of them. The prebiotic functional soda offering, called Simply Pop, will begin reaching...</description>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Coca-Cola is forging into the fast-growing gut soda segment using its Simply juice brand, opting to go head-to-head with market leaders Poppi and Olipop instead of acquiring one of them. The prebiotic functional soda offering, called Simply Pop, will begin reaching...</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 08:00:18 -0500</pubDate>
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      <description>PepsiCo Beverages North America has struck an agreement with contract packager Niagara for the production and distribution of Aquafina case pack bottled water in the US, PBNA has confirmed to BD. Niagara will produce...</description>
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        <![CDATA[<p>PepsiCo Beverages North America has struck an agreement with contract packager Niagara for the production and distribution of Aquafina case pack bottled water in the US, PBNA has confirmed to BD. Niagara will produce...</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 07:50:23 -0500</pubDate>
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      <description>Private label carbonated soft drink (CSD) volume declined -2.3% at US retail during the first six months of this year, according to BD data shown the Green Sheet with this story. While private label products make up...</description>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Private label carbonated soft drink (CSD) volume declined -2.3% at US retail during the first six months of this year, according to BD data shown the <a href="/ext/resources/data/Issue-2024-17/Private-Label-Green-Sheet-1H-2024.pdf" target="_blank">Green Sheet</a> with this story. While private label products make up...</p>]]>
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      <guid>http://www.beverage-digest.com/articles/1145</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 03 Oct 2024 07:30:16 -0400</pubDate>
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      <description>Coca-Cola and the company’s US bottlers are negotiating a possible new compensation agreement for alcohol beverage extensions as the company pushes further into the sector with its Red Tree Beverages subsidiary, according to BD sources. The revised...</description>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Coca-Cola and the company’s US bottlers are negotiating a possible new compensation agreement for alcohol beverage extensions as the company pushes further into the sector with its Red Tree Beverages subsidiary, according to BD sources. The revised...</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 31 Jan 2024 09:30:39 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>Celsius, C4 Surged in 2022 as New Partnerships Portend Strong 2023</title>
      <description>Energy drink challengers Celsius and C4, which signed investment and distribution deals last year with PepsiCo and Keurig Dr Pepper respectively, took share at...</description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 19 Apr 2023 10:02:44 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>BodyArmor Looks to Double Awareness, Become Household Brand, CMO Says</title>
      <description>Bodyarmor-Powerade a ‘One-Two Punch’ Vs Gatorade With Two-Tier Pricing BodyArmor leaders will look to double the brand’s awareness and make it a household name now that they have completed an integration with Coca-Cola’s Powerade, BodyArmor Sports Nutrition CMO Matt Dzamba told BD in an exclusive interview. “We can't just be a brand that athletes of the Nth degree understand,” he said of BodyArmor. “So we're widening the aperture and speaking to a broader audience, like gatekeepers and active adults.” He also said...</description>
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<p>BodyArmor leaders will look to double the brand’s awareness and make it a household name now that they have completed an integration with Coca-Cola’s Powerade, BodyArmor Sports Nutrition CMO Matt Dzamba told BD in an exclusive interview. “We can't just be a brand that athletes of the Nth degree understand,” he said of BodyArmor. “So we're widening the aperture and speaking to a broader audience, like gatekeepers and active adults.” He also said...</p>]]>
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      <guid>http://www.beverage-digest.com/articles/835</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Mar 2023 11:13:44 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>BodyArmor Looks to Become Household Brand, CMO Says.</title>
      <description>BodyArmor leaders will look to double the brand’s awareness and make it a household name now that they have completed an integration with Coca-Cola’s Powerade, BodyArmor Sports Nutrition CMO Matt Dzamba told BD in an exclusive interview. “We can't just be a brand that athletes of the Nth degree understand,” he said of BodyArmor. “So we're widening...</description>
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      <guid>http://www.beverage-digest.com/articles/833</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2023 09:00:44 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>New Keurig Dr Pepper Partner Tractor Beverage Sees Organic RTD in Future</title>
      <description>CEO Says Tractor ‘Not Looking to Get into Any Battle’ With Soda Giants. Tractor Beverage, the maker of organic, non-GMO bubbler drinks for fast-casual restaurant chains such as Chipotle, has its eye on the ready-to-drink beverage market as part of its new partnership with Keurig Dr Pepper, Tractor CEO Kevin Sherman told BD. Initial internal discussions could begin as early as this quarter, although a timetable for any RTD decision or launch..</description>
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        <![CDATA[<p style="text-align:center;">CEO Says Tractor ‘Not Looking to Get into Any Battle’ With Soda Giants. </p>Tractor Beverage, the maker of organic, non-GMO bubbler drinks for fast-casual restaurant chains such as Chipotle, has its eye on the ready-to-drink beverage market as part of its new partnership with Keurig Dr Pepper, Tractor CEO Kevin Sherman told BD. Initial internal discussions could begin as early as this quarter, although a timetable for any RTD decision or launch..]]>
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      <guid>http://www.beverage-digest.com/articles/809</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2023 14:07:29 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>Court Filing: Bang Energy Creditors Include Monster, PepsiCo, KDP, 7-Eleven, Target, Various Suppliers</title>
      <description>Bang Energy owner Vital Pharmaceuticals (VPX) filed for bankruptcy protection in Florida on Monday, Oct. 10. According to a court filing, VPX's top 30 non-insider, unsecured creditors are owed more than $700 million. Some of the creditors' claims are under dispute by VPX or in litigation. According to the court document (available here), VPX's creditors include:</description>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Bang Energy owner Vital Pharmaceuticals (VPX) filed for bankruptcy protection in Florida on Monday, Oct. 10.&nbsp; According to a court filing, VPX&#39;s top 30 non-insider, unsecured creditors are owed more than $700 million. Some of the creditors&#39; claims are under dispute by VPX or in litigation. According to the court document (available here), VPX&#39;s creditors include:</p>]]>
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      <description>Sparkling water category pricing at US retail surged +8.6% during the first half of 2022, and volume sales declined as a result. When all was said and done, the category posted dollar sales growth of +4.5%. As shown in the table below, LaCroix’s +10.4% pricing growth was higher than the category, leading...</description>
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      <description>BD spoke with Blue Cloud General Manager Emiliano Di Vincenzo to seek additional clarity and to update progress with both Hard Mtn Dew and Blue Cloud. Hard Mtn Dew distributor Blue Cloud Distribution, set up last year by PepsiCo, is currently delivering products in nine states, according to the company. Blue Cloud Distribution also has secured federal alcohol wholesale permits in...</description>
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      <description>BD caught up with former Coca-Cola sales executive Jim Brennan a month after he was hired full-time by startup beverage brand Lemon Perfect. Brennan has served as an advisor to the Atlanta-based company’s Founder and CEO Yanni Hufnagel since early 2021, helping open doors at key retailers including Kroger, Costco, and Safeway. That requires meetings with retailers and other hands-on work, and as Brennan was pulled deeper into...</description>
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      <description>As consumers face unprecedented 40-year-high price inflation for everything from gas to groceries, beverage industry watchers have kept their eyes on an important canary in the coal mine for branded drinks – growth in private label offerings. When consumers’ bank accounts are pressured, they look to lower-priced store brands to stretch the grocery budget. This year had been different, as shoppers for many...</description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Aug 2022 08:43:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2022 09:52:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jun 2022 11:56:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <description>Private label carbonated soft drinks (CSD) at US retail were unable to make progress in the first quarter of this year even though shoppers are facing unprecedented inflation at the grocery. As shown in the table, Private label CSD dollar sales barely grew in a category that was up more than...</description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jun 2022 11:51:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <description>The return to restaurants in 2021, following pandemic lockdowns the year before, helped generate good news as you will see in today’s special issue and BD’s newly released Fact Book 27th Edition. All major beverage categories, including carbonated soft drinks, posted...</description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 16 May 2022 08:43:00 -0400</pubDate>
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