<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of Consumer Foods-to-Go Wrap, we look at a whole buffet of topics. We examine how recent geopolitical tensions in Iran are influencing global consumer confidence, purchasing behavior, and commodity-driven price movements. We also discuss the sharp uptick in M&amp;A across the food sector, where companies are pursuing scale, capabilities, and innovation through strategic deals. Finally, we share on-the-ground insights from Natural Products Expo West and Alimentaria + Hostelco, highlighting emerging brands, breakthrough concepts, and the trends shaping the next wave of food and beverage innovation.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;span class="NormalTextRun SCXO34405024 BCX8"&gt;Disclaimer: Please refer to our global RaboResearch disclaimer at &lt;/span&gt;&lt;a class="HyperlinkV2 SCXO34405024 BCX8" href= "https://www.rabobank.com/knowledge/disclaimer/011417027/disclaimer" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"&gt;&lt;span class= "NormalTextRun SCXO34405024 BCX8"&gt;https://www.rabobank.com/knowledge/disclaimer/011417027/disclaimer&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;span class="NormalTextRun SCXO34405024 BCX8"&gt; for information about the scope and limitations of the material published on the podcast.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span class= "EOP SCXO34405024 BCX8"&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

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Consumer Foods-to-Go Wrap: Wrapping up March 2026

APR 2, 202635 MIN
Consumer Foods to Go

Consumer Foods-to-Go Wrap: Wrapping up March 2026

APR 2, 202635 MIN

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In this episode of Consumer Foods-to-Go Wrap, we look at a whole buffet of topics. We examine how recent geopolitical tensions in Iran are influencing global consumer confidence, purchasing behavior, and commodity-driven price movements. We also discuss the sharp uptick in M&A across the food sector, where companies are pursuing scale, capabilities, and innovation through strategic deals. Finally, we share on-the-ground insights from Natural Products Expo West and Alimentaria + Hostelco, highlighting emerging brands, breakthrough concepts, and the trends shaping the next wave of food and beverage innovation. Disclaimer: Please refer to our global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com/knowledge/disclaimer/011417027/disclaimer for information about the scope and limitations of the material published on the podcast.