Mars and Warner Bros give M&M’s a Christmas movie makeover
Confectionery giant joins historic film studio to launch limited-edition “screen-ready” snack
Manufacturers
Food and beverage heading for a skills crisis
An ageing workforce, poor industry visibility, and a major skills disparity is putting food and beverage at risk
Ferrero targets seasonal sales with Christmas campaign and limited-edition launch
Confectionery giant capitalises on crucial Christmas trading window with new campaign and a limited-edition launch
Inside Nestlé’s brand-building machine
Fewer brands. Bigger investments. Stronger execution. Nestlé reveals the playbook guiding its approach to marketing, innovation and growth
Mondelēz trade mark crackdown continues with second challenge in days
Cadbury owner enters new trade mark dispute just days after alleged Toblerone copycat case
Mondelēz sues British chocolate brand in Toblerone trademark dispute
Mondelēz accuses British chocolate brand of trademark infringement
Mondelēz Q3 profits surge amid surprise acquisition
Volume-led growth, rising profits and a surprise acquisition fuel Mondelēz momentum
Hershey hopes Halloween candy can ward off declining volume fears
Hershey beat third-quarter earnings estimates, but declining candy volumes and consumer spending pressures have the chocolate maker counting on a last-minute Halloween shopping surge to bolster sales
Mondelēz turns Toblerone into flavour innovation engine
Iconic triangles get another makeover with latest limited-edition launch
Nestlé tackles regenerative agriculture’s missing piece
World’s biggest food manufacturer broadens regenerative agriculture ambitions as focus shifts beyond soil health
Kinder catches Halloween fever in Ferrero first
Chocolate maker launches first-ever Kinder Halloween range as children and adults embrace spooky season
Lindt CEO exit: Strategic reset or overreaction?
Swiss chocolate maker’s CEO paid the price for slowing growth. But what does the move mean for the multinational’s future?
Lindt chairman rules out resignation following shock CEO exit
Ernst Tanner on Adalbert Lechner’s ousting, Lindt’s long-term strategy, and his own future plans
Reese’s Christmas rollout signals new confectionery playbook
Hershey expands Reese’s Christmas range, revealing key confectionery trends
Nestlé factory closure signals new era of industry consolidation
Food and beverage giant to close major US facility as efficiency drive reshapes manufacturing network
Ferrero enters the Marvel Universe in blockbuster collaboration
Italian chocolate maker gives brands including Kinder, Tic Tac, Butterfinger and Crunch a superhero makeover in cinematic collaboration
Nestlé turnaround accelerates as volume growth gains pace
Emerging markets, Petcare and Food & Snacks drive Q3 growth for world’s biggest CPG
Quality Street gets Monopoly makeover amid collaboration craze
Nestlé’s flagship brand is teaming up with the world famous property game for Christmas
Mars joins Hershey and Ferrero in race for the digital impulse purchases
Mars taps into Instagram Shop in time for Halloween to reach billions of global users, following its predictions on digital commerce’s influence on product discovery.
M&M’s at 85: How Mars built a billion-dollar confectionery icon
From flavour innovation to space exploration, M&M’s has spent 85 years securing its place in confectionery history
Nestlé commits $1bn to North America expansion strategy
Swiss food and beverage giant unveils $1bn investment aimed at boosting manufacturing, supporting agriculture and accelerating growth across North America
Lindt ousts CEO in bid to reignite growth
Chocolate maker parts ways with Group CEO Adalbert Lechner as Board cites need to restore growth
Ghirardelli joins Dubai chocolate craze with new-look Squares
Chocolate maker puts spin on Dubai chocolate craze with taller Squares
Why brands like PepsiCo are betting big on Halloween
Halloween becomes a bigger occasion for snacks, sips and treats – particularly among adults
Mars bets big on confectionery and snacking’s hottest trends
World’s biggest confectionery manufacturer bets on protein, bold flavours and affordable indulgence ahead of the key autumn/winter sales season
Top 10 food and beverage trends set to shape 2027
What’s next for food and beverage? Explore the consumer trends powering the next wave of innovation and new product development
Hershey changes Reese’s packaging following lawsuit
Chocolate maker adds disclaimer to Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins after legal challenge
McVities manufacturer appoints new chief supply chain officer
Pladis Global has added to its senior executive team as it continues a major transformation programme aimed at strengthening its manufacturing and supply chain operations.
Big Food’s C-suite shake-up signals new era
From Nestlé to Ferrero, Big Food’s leadership structure is changing, as boards search for executives who can do more than just manage a business
Nestlé launches its first-ever cookie Advent calendar
World’s biggest CPG counts down to Christmas with 12 Days of Nestlé Toll House, combining festive flavours with brand heritage and the growing consumer appetite for nostalgia
Barry Callebaut’s move beyond chocolate fails to convince investors
Chocolate producer’s transition into complete product solutions is designed to unlock growth, but investors remain unconvinced
Ghirardelli enters snack aisle in major move beyond chocolate
Luxury chocolate brand enters the snack aisle in a major expansion beyond chocolate roots
Mars’ vision for 2036: The trends set to transform food and nutrition
Food and beverage giant bets on fibre, AI and personalised nutrition as solo eating reshapes food’s future
Nestlé signs biggest-ever global brand deal with NBA
World’s biggest CPG bets on basketball to reach the next generation, signing 21-market NBA deal
Rip Van appoints former Hershey president to power next phase of growth
Former US president of Hershey, Todd Tillemans, joins Rip Van as CEO, as the fast-growing better-for-you snack brand eyes major expansion
Ferrero targets protein-led growth beyond chocolate
Confectionery giant strengthens position in fast-growing snack market with Power Crunch revamp
Mars gives Skittles a crystal crunch as texture trend accelerates
Confectionery giant gives Skittles a crunchy new twist, as texture becomes key confectionery battleground
Mondelēz bets on familiar favourites to drive growth
Confectionery giant gives Cadbury Twirl a makeover as brand extensions continue to drive confectionery innovation
Hershey appoints new international president as CPG sets industry standard
Amanda Almond joins Hershey as international president, strengthening confectionery giant’s female-led leadership team
Hershey boosts Reese’s portfolio in bid to accelerate growth
New innovations highlight Hershey’s efforts to keep its most valuable brand fresh amid push for growth
Lindt cuts sales forecast as consumer spending slows
Confectionery giant cuts 2026 sales growth forecast after weaker-than-expected demand, but confidence in long-term strategy remains
Lindt launches ultra-indulgent festive range as snacking ambitions grow
Chocolate maker expands Christmas range with indulgent snacking products, premium gifting formats and festive favourites
Pladis sales pass £3.3bn but profits take a hit
Pladis doubles down on growth, investing in brands, manufacturing networks and sustainable ambitions
Mondelēz sustainability scheme goes solo: Is this the new industry standard?
Harmony project enters a new era as it becomes an independent certification. But, could it become the new industry standard?
Toblerone Biscoff and the trends transforming confectionery
Mondelēz’s latest launch capitalises on confectionery’s biggest trends as industry growth strategy shifts
Hershey bets a ‘little extra’ can make candy feel like more as it courts premium shoppers
From sensory-driven Creme bars to a Katseye collaboration and Cadbury’s push beyond Easter, Hershey is using products, culture and experiences to make affordable indulgence feel like something more
Mondelēz makes Toblerone Pink Crush permanent in major first
Toblerone Pink Crush is here to stay as confectionery and snacking giant marking major production first
Nestlé Russia vows to continue despite state intervention
Nestlé Russia to continue operations under state-appointed management after Kremlin seized control of assets
Nestlé Russia under state control: What happens next?
As the dust settles on Russia’s takeover of Nestlé’s local operations, analysts warn the move could reshape how multinationals assess risk in the country
Lawsuit claiming Hershey misled consumers dismissed
Judge dismisses lawsuit accusing Hershey of misleading shoppers with packaging