Archive of all AG Barr articles – Page 2
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Analysis & FeaturesWhat the rest of the world can teach us about deposit return schemes
The future of DRS in the UK is looking bleak – but similar schemes continue to deliver great results abroad. What is the UK getting wrong?
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NewsCity news: AG Barr boosted by revenue growth and Boost acquisition
Acquisitions and organic revenue growth helped AG Barr boost its first-half revenues by a third, but profits were hit by a rise in lower-margin sales and soaring costs.
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NewsCity snapshot: AG Barr revenues jump but profits hit by cost inflation
Acquisitions and organic revenue growth helped AG Barr grow first half revenues by a third, but profits were hit by lower margin business and soaring costs. Plus trading updates from PZ Cussons, Finsbury Food Group and Supreme
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NewsFunkin Cocktails adds higher-strength Double Shot RTD range
The lineup will initially comprise Passion Fruit Magarita and Pineapple Daiquiri
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NewsAG Barr to debut new Irn-Bru energy drinks in Scotland
Irn-Bru is gunning for a bigger share of Scotland’s fast-growing energy drinks category
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NewsAG Barr CEO Roger White announces his retirement
White will step down next year after 20 years at the helm of the Irn-Bru maker
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NewsMoma Foods founder steps back following AG Barr acquisition
In a recent LinkedIn post, Moma Foods founder Tom Mercer wrote: ‘the time has come for me to pass the baton’
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ReportsBoost pours jet fuel on Barr energy ambitions
Boost has built a booming business in the independent retail channel
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NewsCity news: AG Barr shares hit despite stellar growth
Shares in AG Barr suffered this week despite the Irn-Bru maker posting stellar annual growth, as investors reacted to the impact of investment on margin recovery
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Comment & OpinionIrn-Bru takes it to the wire with latest film parody
Irn-Bru’s movie-inspired ads keep coming. This one takes us into thriller territory
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NewsCity snapshot: AG Barr snaps up remaining stake in Moma Foods
AG Barr has acquired the remaining minority stake in plant-based milk brand Moma Foods for £3.4m. Plus, Hilton Food Group forms long-term strategic collaboration in Singapore with Country Foods.
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Comment & OpinionWhy AG Barr’s move for Boost Drinks looks like another smart move
The deal strengthens a portfolio that already includes Irn-Bru, Rubicon, Strathmore water and Funkin Cocktails
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NewsCity snapshot: Irn-Bru owner AG Barr acquires energy drinks brand Boost
The group said the deal would boost profits and demonstrated its ongoing strategy to develop in high-growth and functional categories.
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NewsCity News: On-the-go rebound boosts AG Barr and SSP Group
The post-Covid rebound in on-the-go consumption boosted drinks group AG Barr and travel retailer SSP Group this week, though concerns remain over tougher trading conditions to come
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NewsCity snapshot: Hot summer and off-trade reopening boost AG Barr
AG Barr has posted strong first half growth as out-of-home consumption rebounded and the soft drinks maker benefited from the warm summer weather. Plus SSP Group sees travel rebound, new interim CEO at Domino’s and all the rest of the latest news from the City
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Comment & OpinionInvestors have the power to make food companies put health first – and make money
Investors can drive positive impact across the sector in a short timescale, as happened at Unilever last year, says Holly Gabriel of ShareAction
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NewsCity News: AG Barr propelled above pre-Covid levels as hospitality reopened
The resurgence of the leisure sector and out-of-home consumption helped propel Irn-Bru maker AG Barr back above pre-Covid levels
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Comment & OpinionIrn-Bru’s new movie duo add fun to flavour discussion
New movie parodies find space for the brand’s cheeky, slightly transgressive sense of humour
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Comment & OpinionWith AG Barr’s backing, Moma will be a force to be reckoned with in alt milk
With a new British owner, Moma can continue to play the part of a domestic champion fighting multinational conglomerates
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NewsCity Snapshot: Irn-Bru owner AG Barr acquires 60% stake in Moma to enter plant-based milk market
AG Barr has taken an initial 60% equity stake in Moma Foods, with a path to full ownership agreed over the next three years as part of the deal. Plus, Unite threatens strike action at Tesco warehouses ahead of Christmas and Just Eat Takeaway hit by broker downgrade.