Food industry at ‘tipping point’ amid demographic shifts, says Danone boss
Antoine de Saint-Affrique says US push to counter obesity and additives align with French group’s own initiatives
Antoine de Saint-Affrique says US push to counter obesity and additives align with French group’s own initiatives

Inflation, anti-obesity drugs and a processed foods backlash have driven consumers from the snack aisles

Cash-strapped consumers seek cheaper options as cost of living rises

French group swoops on fast-growing UK food and drink company to push deeper into ‘complete nutrition’ market

Chief executive of Dutch chocolate maker believes chasing market share through low prices is counter-productive

The scandal at the Swiss food giant raises questions about its corporate culture and the health of its conglomerate model

French ideas are often in the ascendant in EU policy-making just as the country’s government grows weaker