今年以来，美国牛肉价格已攀升至创纪录水平，而总产量预计将下降2%，至2640万磅，此前 农民将美国的牛群数量减少到70多年来的最低水平。长达数年的干旱使放牧用的牧场干涸， 使许多生产者饲养牲畜的成本过高。 作为回应，食品生产商加大了进口力度。根据美国政府的最新数据， 今年前五个月，美国从 巴西进口的牛肉比2024年同期增加了一倍多， 达到175,063吨。这占美国进口总额的21%。 畜牧业分析师说，如果从8月1日开始征收50%的关税，将使进口巴西牛肉的关税税率在今年 剩余时间内达到76%左右。 随着美国总统特朗普准备对来自巴西的商品征收50%的关税，有分析指出，这可能会推高美 国人热爱的汉堡包的价格，主要原因是汉堡包中使用的牛肉国内产量正在下降，食品制造商越 来越依赖进口。 "这绝对是冻结了现在的贸易，"Chudy在谈到该提议时说："作为一个进口行业，我们不知道 该怎么办。" 目前，美国肉类公司正面临着牛肉供应紧张的局面，原因是由于一种食肉害虫——新世界螺旋 虫（New World screwworm）在美墨边境以南蔓延，美国已暂停从墨西哥进口牲畜。 美国是巴西仅次于中国的第二大贸易伙伴，与特朗普4月份宣布的 ...

Economic Agreements - The UK and EU have signed a new 12-year fisheries agreement, ensuring sustainable access for UK fishing vessels to EU waters while maintaining existing quotas for EU vessels in UK waters, providing a stable foundation for both fisheries [1] - A plant and animal health agreement has been reached, simplifying food export procedures from the UK to the EU, which is expected to facilitate the re-entry of UK products like hamburgers and sausages into the EU market, promoting bilateral trade [1] - The agreements are projected to boost the UK economy by nearly £9 billion (approximately $12 billion) by 2040, injecting new vitality into economic recovery and development [3] Defense Cooperation - A security and defense cooperation framework agreement has been established, allowing the UK to participate in the EU's €150 billion joint arms procurement program, enhancing the UK's military capabilities and overall European defense collaboration [2] Youth and Cultural Exchange - The launch of a "Youth Mobility Scheme" will allow young people from the UK and EU to work and study in each other's countries for up to three years, with set limits on mobility and duration [2] - The UK will rejoin the EU's student exchange program, providing more opportunities for youth learning and cultural exchange, while the EU will ease travel restrictions for UK travelers in the Schengen area [2] Diplomatic Context - The recent agreements mark a return to pragmatic diplomacy for the ruling UK Labour Party, highlighting the importance of strengthening cooperation in light of changing international dynamics [3] - Despite the agreements, significant unresolved issues remain, such as the Northern Ireland border and Gibraltar sovereignty, indicating that the real test of UK-EU relations is just beginning [3]

Company Developments - Luckin Coffee has launched a new round of franchise recruitment, targeting over 800 specific locations across 186 cities in China, with more than 500 locations already approved and over 400 stores opened as of April this year [1] - Three Squirrels has acknowledged a reduction in the number of distributors, with a 20% decrease over the past two years, and plans to optimize distributor management services to enhance cooperation and satisfaction [3] - BR Foods from Brazil plans to open a factory in China on May 15, focusing on producing hamburgers, chicken nuggets, and bacon using Brazilian meat [4] - Qingdao Beer Group will integrate its beverage business after merging with Qingdao Beverage Group, ensuring no competition among similar products [4] - Kweichow Moutai has stated there are currently no plans for a Hong Kong stock listing [5] - Anheuser-Busch announced a $300 million investment plan in its U.S. factories, equivalent to approximately 2.1 billion RMB, as part of a broader strategy to enhance operations and meet consumer demands [5] Industry Trends - The Chinese beverage industry is undergoing significant changes, with five major shifts identified: global upheaval, China's rise, a new industrial cycle, technological advancements, and changes in the new generation [3][4] - Nestlé Italy is focusing on the silver economy, with 35%-38% of sales coming from consumers aged 50-65, and plans to invest 1.5%-2% of revenue in R&D to improve product quality for older consumers [6] - Ferrero North America is set to launch its largest innovation initiative, introducing new square-shaped Ferrero Rocher chocolates and a new peanut flavor of Nutella [6] Regulatory and Economic Developments - The U.S. and China have made significant progress in trade talks, with the U.S. canceling 91% of tariffs and China reciprocating, which is expected to benefit producers and consumers in both countries [8]