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Utz Enters Protein-Forward Snacking with New Pretzel and Cheese Curl Lines
On September 24, leaders at Utz Brands launched a new protein-forward snack lineup, marking the salty snacks manufacturer's first move into the fast-growing, high-protein category. The Hanover, Pennsylvania-based company unveiled Utz Protein Pretzels and Protein Cheese Curls, each delivering 8-10 grams of protein per serving, according to a company release.
Hain Celestial to Refocus on North American Business, Divests International Brands
As of September 14, Hain Celestial’s fiscal fourth-quarter earnings call highlighted portfolio changes, tariff-refund benefits, and mixed demand trends across food and beverage categories, according to an earnings call transcript. At the same time, company leaders announced a definitive agreement to sell their international business to a private equity firm, Aurelius, for $323 million in cash.
Middle East Market Intelligence Brief: Week Ending August 7, 2026
President Donald Trump’s war with Iran has reached its sixth month, lasting far longer than the weeks-long conflict he initially predicted. A combination of diplomatic efforts and renewed military threats this week has highlighted the limited options before the White House as it looks for a way to end the war.
The administration now faces a decision: continue escalating pressure on Iran or pursue negotiations aimed at reaching a resolution...
Crude Oil Set for Record Daily Surge as Iran War Enters Tenth Day
On Monday, the United States and Israel continued their attacks on Iran during the tenth day of the war, with Israeli strikes on oil facilities in Iran causing toxic smoke across Tehran.
Meanwhile, Iranian forces sustained their retaliatory strikes on US military assets and other key infrastructure in Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. The latest Iranian attacks on Bahrain have damaged a water desalination plant.
More than a week after the assassination of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in US-Israeli strikes...
Iran War Enters Fourth Day, Driving Higher Crude Prices and Broad Commodity Swings
The US-Israeli war on Iran intensified into its fourth day, with Tehran reporting a death toll of 787 as strikes continue to target leadership and infrastructure. Israel’s campaign, initially described as a two-week operation, is reportedly advancing faster than expected, with no firm end date signaled. US President Donald Trump said the war could last four to five weeks.
Global markets remain on edge. Crude oil surged nearly 4% in overnight trade, while European equities fell sharply. US stock futures also pointed lower, with the three major indices last shedding about 2%...
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