Straus Creamery has launched a voluntary ice cream recall affecting specific flavors and sizes sold across 17 US states, after the possible presence of metal fragments was detected. The company announced the recall on May 14 and the FDA published the notice on May 15. Importantly, only particular production runs identified by “best by” dates are included—consumers are urged to discard the affected items and not return them to stores. No injuries have been reported.
Blackstone and CD&R are reportedly considering bids for Magnum Ice Cream Company, less than six months after Unilever spun the brand out. The firms are watching Magnum’s share price, which has slipped from an early-year peak of 16.5 euros to around 13 euros, near its IPO level. They also plan to wait for the company’s summer sales results, a key revenue period. Unilever still holds a 19.9% stake and plans to exit within five years.
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Indian ice cream startups are riding a quick commerce wave that’s reshuffling how products reach customers. In 2024, they raised a record $26.5 million, driving 74% of sector funding from the past five years. Brands like Ob & Gob and others are built for rapid delivery through dark stores and platform “algorithmic shelves,” while established players test smaller SKUs and exclusive drops.
Magnum Ice Cream is ramping up in India, planning to expand factories from one to four to handle rising demand. The move follows a business revamp featuring more dairy-based products and lower pricing. Even as the company faces profitability pressures, it’s betting on stronger supply chains and cold-chain infrastructure to scale efficiently.
India’s scorching heat is flipping demand back on for air conditioners, beverages, and ice cream. Companies report a sharp rebound after sales surged by about 50%, prompting production ramp-ups despite tougher conditions like higher prices and lingering supply chain constraints. The result: output is rising even as consumers pay more during the peak summer rush.
David Stever was removed from Ben & Jerry’s after tensions tied to social activism, but he’s now taking charge at rival Jeni’s. Stever will oversee Jeni’s franchise expansion, signaling a major growth push and a notable leadership shift between two iconic ice cream brands.
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