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Keurig Dr Pepper reported third-quarter net sales of US$7.34 billion, driven by a US$2.6 billion contribution from JDE Peet's. Adjusted net income rose 22.1 percent to US$905 million, though the company lowered its 2026 sales outlook for the JDE Peet's…
Markets, trade and companies
Kraft Heinz is selling its North American coffee portfolio, including Maxwell House and Gevalia, to One Rock Capital Partners for $650 million. The company expects $500 million in net cash proceeds from the sale to help reduce debt…
KDP reported third-quarter sales of $7.34 billion driven by the $2.65 billion JDE Peet's acquisition. Meanwhile, Luckin Coffee…
Alimentation Couche-Tard intends to bid $8bn for Cumberland Farms as global brands like Keurig Dr Pepper and Gong…
De'Longhi acquired shares from DLI Limited for 662.5 million euros to increase its controlling stake in La Marzocco…
The Simonelli Group and University of Camerino host an international conference in Belforte del Chienti to connect scientists…
Roasters, quality and cupping
Diedrich Roasters released the DR-140 coffee roaster, which handles green coffee batches between 70 and 140 kilograms. The new gas-fired model features advanced airflow control and Allen-Bradley software to deliver…
Simonelli Group has released its second Beyond the Cup paper investigating how umami sensations manifest in coffee. The organization will…
Used coffee roaster sales increased from 6 to 44 units between January and August 2025 and 2026, with the medium…
Flavourtech utilizes its Integrated Extraction System to produce high-quality RTD beverages and soluble coffee through specialized modules. The upcoming IES2.5…
Methods, machines and grinders
Brewing methods, espresso machines, grinders and the tools on the counter. Practical explainers on how gear works and what changes in the cup, without hype.
The Pivotte provides a modular hybrid immersion brewing experience for flat bottom enthusiasts using a two-hole pattern to…
Wilfa establishes a US presence led by Nicole Jonasson, introducing the Performance Thermo and Zense Alux coffee makers…
The Shardor KM805 coffee maker provides versatility by brewing both K-Cup pods and ground coffee. This compact machine…
Culture, climate and the calendar
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Luckin Coffee is approaching 40,000 stores globally, narrowing the gap with Starbucks, but stagnant like-for-like sales raise questions about its long-term stability.…
De'Longhi raised its stake in the La Marzocco and Eversys division to 88% as DFI Retail Group assumed full control of Starbucks…
Judge Vernon S. Broderick ruled that antitrust and false advertising claims against Keurig Green Mountain may proceed. The litigation involves allegations that…
New York-based hospitality solutions provider Odeko has completed its fourth acquisition of 2026 by purchasing Montreal-based Nantel McDiarmid. The expansion broadens Odeko's…
The Kenya Coffee Flavor Map initiative will analyze 500 coffee samples from 34 counties to create a national flavor atlas by 2027.…
Tchibo has named FMCG specialist Zofia Korecka-Rejczak as the new Managing Director for its Polish operations. The German coffee group aims to…
Herbolario Navarro has launched the first live installation of the SEB Professional Beverage Coffee & Fresh Juice Corner. This compact station combines…
Arabica December contracts climbed to 315.70 cents as New York certified stocks approached historic lows. Meanwhile, London Robusta prices fell to their…
