Emerging markets more open to chocolate innovation, says R&D chief

Where are the emerging Easter markets?

28-Mar-2013

By Oliver Nieburg

Brazil has one of the largest markets for Easter confectionery and has had more Easter launches than anywhere else, but the Chinese have yet to look beyond the religious nature of the season as they have for Christmas, according to an analyst.

Confectionery not recession proof; target emerging markets, says Goldman Sachs

05-Mar-2013

By Oliver Nieburg

The confectionery industry is not immune to economic recession and must exploit opportunities in emerging economies to grow, according to an analyst from Goldman Sachs.

Philippines as an emerging ‘quality’ cocoa origin

12-Feb-2013

By Oliver Nieburg

The Philippines can evolve as a top-quality cocoa source and serve the needs of growing demand for chocolate in Asia, according to a start-up company trading beans in the market.

Emerging markets more open to chocolate innovation, says R&D chief

Consumers in emerging markets are more receptive to new chocolate products than counterparts in established markets because they don’t have a point of reference, according to ADM Cocoa’s innovation chief.

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