Manufacturers

Mars cuts jobs as confectionery giant consolidates operations

Mars to close Newark headquarters as it consolidates corporate functions in Chicago

Lindt shares slide as cocoa costs shake investor confidence

Lindt’s share price slides as investors question strength of chocolate maker’s premium pricing power

Coca-Cola confirms cyberattack as Fairlife operations halted

Coca-Cola confirms ransomware attack on dairy subsidiary Fairlife

Pladis ramps up regenerative agriculture to safeguard critical supplies

Maker of McVitie’s, Turtles and Godiva unveils new regenerative farming initiative to strengthen supply chains

Lindt turns Dubai chocolate craze into ice cream

Lindt brings Dubai chocolate trend to ice cream as confectionery brands continue to diversify

The strategy powering Ritter Sport’s success

Ritter Sport bets on innovation, affordability and sustainability to drive growth

Could Mondelēz finally get its hands on Tim Tam?

KKR is reportedly preparing to sell Arnott’s, raising questions over whether Mondelēz will bid again

Hershey’s Hollywood debut: New film brings founder’s legacy to life

Hershey to make big screen debut with biopic on founder Milton Hershey

Mondelēz crystal Toblerone marks confectionery marketing shift

Mondelēz and Swarovski’s crystal Toblerone offers glimpse into confectionery’s new marketing style

Barry Callebaut’s strategic reset under Hein Schumacher

Six months in, Hein Schumacher is focused on profitability, discipline and execution, but can he turn stabilisation into sustainable growth?

Nestlé turns KitKat Heist into Cannes glory

Nestlé transformed one of the confectionery industry’s biggest cargo thefts into an award-winning marketing triumph

Inside Big Chocolate’s Cocoa Plan B

Confectionery’s biggest names are no longer just watching the alternative cocoa space – they’re shaping it

Ben & Jerry’s and Unilever’s court battle enters a decisive phase

The long-running governance dispute in the US is at an inflection point

Mars invests €1.5m in the future of science

Confectionery giant invests €1.5m in young scientists through Mars Impact Fund

Ferrara accelerates growth with global expansion strategy

From innovation to international expansion, Ferrara targets growth

Nestlé accelerates shift to regenerative agriculture

Nestlé steps up efforts to transform farming practices as pressure mounts to decarbonise global supply chains.

Private equity tightens hold on Big Food

Private equity is reshaping food and beverage, but rising costs raise questions over just how far it can go

Former Nestlé CEO in legal dispute with Swiss food giant following sacking

Former Nestlé chief executive officer, Laurent Freixe, is challenging his dismissal in a dispute over lost bonuses and shares

Nestlé combines comms and ESG in strategic leadership shift

Nestlé promotes Antonia Wanner to chief communications and sustainability officer, signalling sharper focus on credibility and long-term growth

Hershey appoints PepsiCo veteran to drive next phase of growth

Hershey names Heather Hoytink US president, highlighting renewed focus on growth

Nestlé’s KitKat move signals industry shift to regenerative sourcing

Nestlé makes regenerative agriculture mainstream in sustainability shift that could reshape standards across confectionery

Mars’ artificial-dye-free push hits major reformulation hurdles

Mars to introduce artificial-colour-free M&M’s but reformulation challenges leave two colours out in the cold

Döhler commits to cocoa‑free future with Nukoko acquisition

Döhler’s acquisition of Nukoko highlights cocoa-free chocolate’s move into the mainstream

Lindt hits 100% cocoa milestone amid Big Confectionery sustainability drive

Lindt hits 100% certified cocoa as Big Confectionery shifts focus to responsible sourcing

Mars goes all in on renewables as emissions fall and growth climbs

Mars hits energy milestone, while maintaining growth and stepping up global investment

Mondelēz reveals taste is no longer king in snacking

Consumers aren’t simply looking for something tasty. Mondelēz International’s latest report suggests they increasingly want food that entertains, comforts and gives them something worth talking about

Mondelēz appoints new EVP and CFO in leadership reshuffle

Mondelēz names Amit Banati EVP and CFO, signalling continuity and a sharper focus on execution, as competition in snacking intensifies

Mars names new digital executive as growth strategy ramps up

Mars hires new CDIO to power growth and fast-track Kellanova integration

Nestlé USA eliminates artificial colors as part of broader reformulation overhaul

While Nestlé has reached this particular milestone ahead of schedule, it positions the achievement as one step in a longer-term strategy focused on cleaner labels, product innovation and greater consumer trust

How sustainability is becoming ice cream’s next growth ingredient

Premium indulgence and snacking are driving momentum at ice cream major Froneri – and sustainability is underpinning both trends

Unilever CEO defends $40bn McCormick megamerger

Unilever stands by $40bn McCormick deal as scrutiny grows over whether streamlining will strengthen the group or weaken it

Opinion

Hershey’s next move: Rebuilding trust after cocoa cuts controversy

Hershey cut cocoa and stirred up a crisis. A viral takedown from the Reese heir has exposed a deeper clash over taste, trust and the cost of cheapening chocolate

Up the food chain

Mondelēz International R&D VP Ian Noble: Food must innovate or decline

The snacking giant’s innovation lead talks sustainability, the future of cocoa and his love of ‘how things work’

Nestlé doubles down on growth in bold strategy shift

Nestlé resets growth strategy with shift away from price hikes and back towards volumes, brands and execution

Which brands could Nestlé axe next?

Nestlé wants to become a leaner business. As it weighs its priorities, could brands like Coffee Mate and Carnation become dispensable?

Hershey appoints new CSCO in C-suite reset

Confectionery giant recruits new chief supply chain officer from rival snack brand

Mars taps reality TV for experiential M&M’s push

Confectionery brands are ditching traditional ads for immersive experiences as culture‑led campaigns reshape how sweets engage shoppers

Unilever McCormick deal under pressure as backlash builds

Unilever’s $40bn Foods deal with McCormick is facing mounting backlash as questions over strategy and valuation put the deal under pressure

The F&B jobs AI is targeting, but is it really that dire?

AI is accelerating reformulation, automation and data-led decision making at a pace that is already reshaping roles across the food and drink workforce

Hershey’s profit surge masks deeper struggles

Hershey’s profits surge may look like a comeback, but rising prices, falling volumes and volatile cocoa costs reveal a more complex story

Wonka returns as Ferrero taps into experiential marketing boom

Ferrero is bringing Wonka back in bold new strategy – blending limited-edition treats, cross-category innovation and a major new Netflix partnership

New product development

What’s hot in confectionery? Ferrero on Wonka, Nerds, Ring Pops and more…

Freeze-dried candy, matcha creams, brand mash-ups and seasonal reinventions. Global confectionery players are letting it all out

Mars powers production growth with $253.6m smart factory investment

Mars bets on smart manufacturing, using £190m UK factory upgrade to boost output and strengthen grip on global confectionery and snacking market

Big Food’s leadership crisis: Why CEOs are falling faster than ever

C-suite exits are mounting across Big Food, but behind the scandals lies a deeper performance and innovation problem

Mondelēz International loses court case over Milka shrinkflation

Changing the weight labelling is not enough to avoid deception, the court ruled

Unilever shaken by investor exit as McCormick deal unsettles shareholders

Unilever’s $40bn Foods merger with McCormick is facing mounting backlash, as shares slide and investors divest

Kraft Heinz split in doubt as weak performance blunts break-up case

With performance still lagging, Kraft Heinz’s paused split looks increasingly uncertain

Big Food splits: Smart move or strategic misstep?

Big Food’s biggest names are betting on splits, but market reactions show investors aren’t convinced. So when does breaking up actually make sense?

Mars: The global heavyweight setting the snacking agenda

The world’s biggest confectionery and snacking company is driving change across the industry

Nestlé returns to growth but recovery remains fragile

Nestlé’s Q1 results reassured investors, but uneven volumes urge caution