Latest Consumer Staples News

OMG Group has appointed Food & Dairy Co as the first official distributor of its new matcha brands, opening access to over 2,000 cafes and restaurants in NSW and Queensland. This move marks a key step in OMG’s strategy to expand its health-focused beverage portfolio.

OMG Group has launched two new matcha brands targeting both premium and mass-market consumers, supported by a five-year exclusive supply agreement for ceremonial-grade Japanese matcha. This move positions OMG to capitalise on the booming global matcha market through a vertically integrated strategy.

Bega Cheese Limited has announced a fully franked ordinary dividend of 7 cents per share for the half-year ending December 2025, alongside a Dividend Reinvestment Plan priced at $6.27 per share.

Pure Foods Tasmania reports a significant operational turnaround in 1H FY26, driven by strategic cost reductions, expanded distribution deals with major retailers, and the acquisition of premium ice cream brand Elato.

The Calmer Co. International Limited’s Fiji subsidiary has secured a FJ$548k non-repayable grant to expand ready-to-drink production and upgrade supply chain infrastructure, accelerating its growth without diluting shareholder equity.

Nuchev Limited has transitioned from an agency to a distribution model with H&S Global, aiming to enhance margins and scale growth across key wellness brands.

Peak Processing Limited has renewed and expanded its manufacturing agreement with Electric Brands, securing an expected annual production of approximately 1.4 million Sweet Justice cannabis beverage units. This deal reinforces Peak’s position in North America’s regulated cannabis beverage market and supports growth in Canada and the US.

OMG Group has secured a national extension with Woolworths to launch three new high-protein oat milk flavours, aiming to capitalise on growing consumer demand and boost FY26 revenue.

Synlait Milk Limited has secured important amendments and waivers to its syndicated bank facilities, aligning its financial covenants with the upcoming sale of its North Island assets scheduled for April 2026.

Pure Foods Tasmania reports a $6.85 million half-year loss, driven by a strategic operational reset and loan covenant breach, while showing signs of stabilisation and margin improvement.

Yowie Group Limited reported a steep 752% increase in its half-year loss to US$4.66 million, amid governance upheaval and impaired loans to its majority shareholder. The company faces ongoing legal and regulatory challenges while pursuing a turnaround.

Bubs Australia has delivered a robust first half for FY26, powered by a 48% revenue surge in the US, prompting an upgrade to its full-year earnings guidance.