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Risks
1. Exposure To Controversy: Nestlé's products, production methods and marketing campaigns have caused controversy in the past, which could lead to boycotts and lost revenues for the company.
2. Commodity Price Risk: Nestlé's products are dependant upon volatile commodities prices as it is exposed to cost increases in coffee, sugar, and cocoa.
3. Competition Risk: Nestlé faces strong competition from both large and small rivals, as well as new competitors entering the market, which could put pressure on revenue and profits.
4. Foreign Exchange Risk: Nestlé is exposed to currency fluctuations when selling or buying foreign currencies and when its subsidiaries maintain local financial accounts outside of their functional currencies.
5. Regulatory Risk: Changes to existing regulations, or the introduction of new regulations, could have a material impact on Nestlé's operations and business.
6. Supply Chain Risk: Nestlé's complex supply chain depends on a number of suppliers, and any disruption could disrupt its operations and have an impact on profits.