Opinion
If better-for-you is out, why is Cadbury all in?
Cadbury is snapping up health tech, just as the trend starts to crumble
Mondelez International
Has the cocoa crisis changed chocolate forever?
The cocoa crisis is forcing chocolate manufacturers to rethink everything - from sourcing and compliance to innovation and consumer trust
Why premium confectionery is the sweet spot for growth
Premiumisation is driving double-digit growth in confectionery - what does this mean for manufacturers?
Top 5 Christmas confectionery trends 2025
Holidays are coming! Discover the confectionery trends driving festive sales in 2025
Nestlé, Mondelēz, Hershey - How chocolate giants are coping with price hikes
The largest players in food are making bold decisions in an effort to boost growth
Mondelēz’s travel retail playbook: A blueprint for sweets and snacks success
Travel retail is no longer just about luxury - confectionery is taking off. Discover how Mondelēz is turning airports into brand-building playgrounds
Mondelēz rethinks new product development and distribution strategy as US consumers cut back on snacks
The snack giant will expand value offerings, boost innovation in better-for-you products and indulgent items, and refine promotions to reignite growth
Mondelēz toys with price cuts as choc sales melt
The snacking multinational is dealing with high cocoa prices
Another EUDR backflip: How did we get here?
In a dramatic pivot, the EU’s anti-deforestation law looks like it will be pushed back for some, and reworked for all. Here’s a timeline to help with the whiplash
Mondelēz trials paper packaging for Cadbury Heroes campaign
Cadbury Heroes gets a sustainable makeover as Mondelēz trials paper tubs
Mondelēz-backed Celleste Bio debuts cell-cultured chocolate-grade cocoa butter
The new ingredient is positioned as an ‘insurance policy’ against cocoa supply chain volatility and says the bio-identical ingredient could stabilize supply as climate change strains traditional crops
Halloween candy sales soar: Trends & treats driving growth
Halloween is no longer just for kids, it’s a confectionery goldmine
Confectionery market to hit $278bn by 2032 as candy sales surge
The confectionery market is entering a new growth phase, driven by evolving consumer preferences, seasonal demand, and innovation in non-chocolate formats
TFWA 2025: Top 5 confectionery innovations from the show
From hazelnut Twix to halal Haribo, TFWA 2025 delivered a sweet showcase of innovation under the Cannes sun. Discover the top launches shaking up confectionery
Cocoa market stable for first time since 2022
Cocoa prices have finally cooled after a historic surge - but will the calm last?
Mondelēz bets on collaborations as M&A costs climb
From Oreo x Reese’s to Biscoff tie-ups, partnerships are delivering the consumer buzz and sales lift that price cuts and big-ticket acquisitions no longer guarantee
New product development
Cadbury Christmas preview: Mondelēz rolls out big new range
Mondelēz International is ringing in the 2025 festive season with a dazzling array of new and returning treats from Cadbury, Toblerone and Oreo
New product development
What’s hot in confectionery? Cadbury Christmas, Nestlé bakes and more…
From bakery-inspired indulgence to non-HFSS innovation and ethical sourcing, confectionery and moving fast
Mondelēz sees jump in revenue growth, driven by pricing
Q2 sees Mondelēz price increases pay off
Opinion
Chocolate at a crossroads: does Nestlé face peak price?
Big food has consistently increased chocolate bar prices as input costs rise, but what do Nestlé’s revenues say about consumers’ appetite to pay more?
Mondelēz wants to delay EUDR, Nestlé doesn’t
The debate is heating up over whether Europe’s deforestation law should be delayed, again
Sweets & Snacks Expo
Inside Mondelēz’s data-driven approach to omnichannel agility
Director of Omnichannel Growth Jillian Durojaiye shares how the CPG giant activates around consumer preferences across digital and physical retail touchpoints
Mondelēz cracks down on Aldi imitations
The snacks giant is suing Aldi over packaging that “blatantly copies” its own
Snacking smarter, not less – what consumers really want
It’s the confectionery trend that appreciates a treat for what it is
New product development
What’s hot in confectionery? Hershey, Mondelēz, Bazooka and more…
What are the latest global confectionery trends to hit the shelves this week? We reveal the biggest, sweetest innovations out there
Price and NPD drive Mondelēz revenues up but volume and profit slide
Mondelēz International has beaten expectations in its Q1 report, but volumes and profits are down
Snacking gets personal: How to profit from Mondelēz’s ‘Little Treat’ revolution
Consumers aren’t just hungry - they’re emotionally invested and turning to snacks for comfort, mood boosts and everyday indulgence. Is your brand ready to tap into this powerful shift in snacking behaviour?
Natural Products Expo West
Mondelez SnackFutures’ investments reveal playbook to tackle snack industry’s biggest challenges
Snacking may be here to stay, but what consumers want - and how companies source it - are evolving quickly, prompting Mondelez to narrow the aperture of its investment strategy
How Mondelēz International is using AI to maximise product innovation
From production and supply chain optimisation, to marketing and consumer engagement, AI transforming the confectionery sector. Here’s how
What’s hot in confectionery? New product development from Sour Patch Kids to Chocolove
From glow-in-the-dark candy to a Brazilian functional chocolate brand launch, meet the latest confectionery launches disrupting the industry in 2025
Lust for chocolate rising and Mondelēz International is ready to cash in
The chocolate giant’s latest State of Snacking report highlights the sector’s big indulgence push, sharing moments and love of chocolate as an essential snack
Confectionery brands boost sales with big-name collaborations
Sweet treats are popping up in some interesting, unexplored global brand creations thanks to confectionery industry giants teaming up with other leading names
Hershey rejects Mondelēz’s acquisition bid
The Hershey Trust has rejected Mondelēz International’s second attempt to acquire confectionery giant Hershey, citing the offer as too low.
Opinion
Mondelēz’s Hershey interest is a defensive move against Mars Kellanova
Mondelēz International’s rumoured bid for The Hershey Company would create a big business, but would it be big enough to counter the potential threat of a dominating Mars Kellanova?
Mondelēz explores Hershey acquisition
The Oreo and Ritz brand owner is reportedly eyeing a gamechanging acquisition of The Hershey Company
Mondelēz International’s share earnings cut as cocoa costs predicted to rise
Hope for a cocoa price slump is dwindling as commodity analysts predict a price-boosting run on the brown stuff.
Mondelēz International appoints new European president
Global confectionery giant Mondelēz International has announced its new executive vice president and president for Europe.
Mondelēz hints cocoa cost positivity as it hikes product prices
Mondelēz International bosses have cautiously signalled further cocoa pricing stability while at the same time the sweets and snacks giant prepares to push higher prices across its products.
Four ways confectionery brands are customizing the consumer experience
Confectionery brands are now offering custom experiences that go beyond taste, making every bite uniquely memorable. Here we examine four game-changing trends
New product development
What’s hot in confectionery? New product development from Hershey and Liquorice Flyers
From an unexpected Coca-Cola x Mondelēz mash-up to Halloween fever at Hershey, meet the latest confectionery launches disrupting the industry
Can a cacao gene atlas help solve the cocoa crisis?
Mapping the genome of every cacao tree on the planet is the first step to developing elite high-yielding, disease-resistant varieties say researchers
New Product Development
What’s hot in confectionery? New Product Development from Mondelēz and Bazooka Candy
From Cadbury’s ‘fast start’ on Christmas to a pop-up return of the Caramac, meet the latest confectionery launches disrupting the industry
Sustainability in confectionery: Six ways to drive a greener future
In recent years, consumer demand and evolving government regulations have led to significant advancements in sustainability within the confectionery sector.
News
Cadbury descendent opens first store with new chocolate brand
James Cadbury-owned brand Love Cocoa has opened his first bricks and mortar store in central London.
Should you be marketing on the metaverse?
As one confectionery firm launches its own candyland on Roblox to appeal to young gamers, we explore the merits of brand-building in virtual reality
Is the nostalgia trend marketing code for a lack of new ideas?
Sweet treat campaigns targeting Gen Xers are really having a moment, but does evoking the past future-proof sales?
New Product Development
What’s hot in confectionery? New product development from Oreo to Barratt
Blonde chocolate, ice cream-flavoured cookies and fudge, oh my! Meet summer’s hottest confectionery launches
Stronger together? Inside the Cadbury and Biscoff collaboration
As a partnership with Mondelēz smooths the way for Lotus to expand into India, marketing experts explain why some collaborations are a match made in heaven
Sweet gestures: Meet the brands using candy to change lives
Thoughtful charity collaborations from Cadbury, Swizzels and Tony Chocolonely’s are helping raise funds and awareness for UK causes by leveraging their unique relationship with confectionery consumers. Here’s how
Mondelēz International fined by EU for anticompetitive practices
Mondelēz International has been found guilty by the EU of anticompetitive practices and given a fine. What was Mondelēz found to have done, and how did it damage competition?