Lindt ousts CEO in bid to reignite growth
Chocolate maker parts ways with Group CEO Adalbert Lechner as Board cites need to restore growth
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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
Nestlé Russia falls under Kremlin control
Food and beverage giant vows to protect its rights after Russia transfers control of local business to state-appointed administrator
The race to reinvent confectionery is on
From multisensory experiences to AI-powered product development, innovation is reshaping the confectionery industry
Ferrara taps nostalgia and convenience trends with pocket-sized launch
Iconic Pocket Packs bring nostalgia and convenience to the confectionery aisle
From fun to function: Hershey’s adopts innovation strategy to drive year-round engagement
Hershey is accelerating product development, expanding into functional snacking and tapping cultural moments beyond major holidays to create more consistent, sustainable growth
Ferrero bets on Wonka to boost autumn sales
Ferrero revives iconic Wonka brand with extensive new range, as confectionery giant targets seasonal sales
What Mars’ latest food-tech cohort says about the future of food
Mars’ food-tech ventures suggest big food is headed towards technologies rooted in food production rather than finished products
Cadbury x Oreo: Do collaborations and health claims still drive growth?
Cadbury and Oreo embrace collaboration trend with Cadbury Delights Oreo launch, but do health claims go a step too far?
Mondelēz ramps up investment to drive global growth
Confectionery and snacking giant shifts focus to drive next phase of growth
Cloetta launches multisensory treats as texture trend grows
Cloetta raises multisensory confectionery standard with new foamy, crunchy, sour sweets
Nestlé shifts strategy from scale to execution
Coffee, Petcare and emerging markets at centre of Nestlé’s new strategy as the food giant moves away from growth through scale
Terry’s Chocolate Orange x Baileys fuel confectionery’s hottest trend
Confectionery’s favourite trend shows no sign of slowing as Terry’s Chocolate Orange and Baileys team up for festive partnership
Food and beverage’s collaboration craze gains momentum
From confectionery tie-ups to sustainability partnerships, brand collaborations are reshaping the food and beverage industry. But why has the trend exploded, and where will it go next?
Mars pumps $13m into future talent and farmer resilience
Food giant awards more than $13m in grants to six global projects through Mars Impact Fund
Barry Callebaut and Arla launch ambitious decarbonisation plan
World’s biggest chocolate maker partners with dairy giant to target Scope 3 emissions
Swizzels takes crossover craze to next level with fragrance launch
British sweet maker Swizzels joins collaboration trend with latest launch
Big Food’s Big Reset: Why the industry’s changing faster than ever
From C-suite shake-ups to targeted acquisitions, Big Food is rethinking how to win in a rapidly changing market
M&M’s gets Practical Magic makeover as confectionery collaboration trend heats up
Mars takes M&M’s to Hollywood with Practical Magic 2 partnership as confectionery’s collaboration craze continues
Hershey names new CFO as expansion strategy accelerates
Hershey names longtime executive Dave Hulays as CFO, betting on leadership continuity to drive growth in a rapidly evolving market
Mars launches world’s first digital chocolate bar
Snickers enters AI era with new digital activation as brands fight to stay relevant
Nestlé sheds mainstream VMS business in $1bn deal
Nestlé to sell mainstream supplements portfolio to Yellow Wood Partners, sharpening focus on premium, science-led VMS brands
Nestlé launches biggest ever Christmas range as festive battle intensifies
Nestlé joins ‘Christmas Creep’, as confectionery brands compete for shelf space, shopper attention and sales earlier than ever