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
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Protein boom powers confectionery growth
Protein is reshaping confectionery innovation, but consumers continue to put taste, texture and indulgence first
Are food and beverage brands stuck on repeat?
Another flavour. Another collaboration. Another limited edition. Line extensions are booming, but are brands delivering genuine innovation or simply more of the same?
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
Ube exports have been suspended – why and what happens now?
Ube is everywhere. But as demand surges, the Philippines is taking steps to keep the value and authenticity of its purple yam at home
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
Ferrero targets protein-led growth beyond chocolate
Confectionery giant strengthens position in fast-growing snack market with Power Crunch revamp
The future of cocoa: Why volatility’s here to stay
Climate change, ageing plantations and fragile supply chains are putting cocoa under unprecedented pressure. The industry’s response could determine the future of chocolate itself
Mars gives Skittles a crystal crunch as texture trend accelerates
Confectionery giant gives Skittles a crunchy new twist, as texture becomes key confectionery battleground
Creatine moves into weight management
New research suggests creatine could support weight loss, creating significant new opportunities for food and beverage
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 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?
Can nature save cocoa? Industry’s response to a supply crisis
Two years after researchers found that working with nature could boost cocoa yields by up to 20%, we ask whether biodiversity-led farming is becoming a reality across the global cocoa industry or remaining an unrealised promise
Growth by acquisition: 5 megadeals transforming food and drink
From Mars’ blockbuster buyout of Kellanova to Danone’s move into functional nutrition, Big Food is using M&A to accelerate growth
From Mars to Ferrero: Confectionery bets big on ultra-premium chocolate
Confectionery’s biggest names are racing to capitalise on the ultra-premium boom, but what does it take to truly succeed?
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
Gut health and the $71bn question: What comes next?
From personalised nutrition to GLP-1-friendly foods, gut health is entering a new era
Ferrara taps nostalgia and convenience trends with pocket-sized launch
Iconic Pocket Packs bring nostalgia and convenience to the confectionery aisle
From aspartame to allulose: The future of sweeteners takes shape
The sweetener landscape is becoming increasingly diverse, but what does the future hold?
Mondelēz ramps up investment to drive global growth
Confectionery and snacking giant shifts focus to drive next phase of growth
From cocoa microbes to bloom, the battle for consistent chocolate
New research is revealing how fermentation, fat crystallisation and sugar structure determine chocolate’s flavour, performance and shelf life
Is the snack market slowing? How changing habits are reshaping the industry
Despite strong growth forecasts, questions are emerging over the future of the snacking sector
McVitie’s owner aims to double healthy snack sales by 2030
The company behind McVitie’s, GODIVA and Ülker promises to double its sales of products with higher levels of protein and fibre in four years.
From Three Square Meals to the Snack Universe
The traditional three-meal day falls from favour as consumers choose spontaneous snacking
Health vs Indulgence: Why consumers refuse to choose
Wellness is reshaping food and beverage, but indulgence still drives sales
GLP-1 drugs aren’t killing confectionery – they’re reinventing it
GLP-1 drugs are changing how consumers snack, but confectionery sales remain strong and new opportunities are opening up
Neapolitan reigns: Dessert experts highlight classic flavours for growth
Vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry ice creams continue to outperform flavour and health trends
Chewy, gooey, crunchy or creamy: do consumers value texture?
Texture is being prioritised in much product innovation, especially in confectionery
Nestlé and Ghirardelli reboot cookie dough
Nestlé leans into bold, trend-driven twists while Ghirardelli bets on premiumization of classic flavors to reach consumers looking for ‘homemade’ indulgence
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Not Just a Flavour Strategy: How KitKat Embedded Itself in Japanese Culture
From ‘Japanisation’ to deep cultural alignment, Nestlé KitKat is one of the few foreign brands to have thoroughly cracked Japan’s competitive chocolate market
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?
Nestlé returns to growth but recovery remains fragile
Nestlé’s Q1 results reassured investors, but uneven volumes urge caution
Hershey stock sell-off: Key stakeholder sells 30,000 shares
Major Hershey stakeholder sells shares following profit shock and leadership shift
Nestlé weathers formula crisis to deliver strong Q1 growth
Nestlé overcomes infant formula recall to deliver solid Q1 growth, powered by Coffee and Confectionery
Beyond the candy bar: Is confectionery redefining frozen novelties?
Candy companies increasingly are treating the freezer as a growth channel – one that allows gummies, chews and fruit candies to evolve into entirely new frozen formats
Sales stall, shares fall: What’s next for Barry Callebaut?
Barry Callebaut’s size has long been its strength. But with volumes down and shares under pressure, cracks are starting to show
Barry Callebaut profits up 66% but sales slump continues
Strong cash flow and rising profits mask ongoing operational pressures in Barry Callebaut’s latest results, raising questions about what recovery will really look like for the chocolate industry
Unilever shares plummet following McCormick megamerger announcement
Unilever’s $44.8bn decision to merge its Foods business with McCormick has rattled investors and raised regulatory questions
2,000+ supply ships stranded: Iran war puts food security at risk
What started as an energy shock is fast becoming a food crisis, with stranded cargoes and fertiliser shortages threatening global supply chains
Iran conflict: Is ceasefire too little, too late for global food?
A two-week ceasefire is now in place in the war between US-Israel and Iran, but much is still uncertain about how long-lasting the impacts of damage done thus far will be and what still lies ahead for the global food sector
‘More is more’ spells the end for low and no
Low and no loses its shine as consumers reject restriction in favour of real ingredients, richer flavours, and products that prioritise pleasure
Unilever says McCormick deal could close today
Unilever edges closer to a deal with McCormick in a move that would reshape its future and redefine the global food landscape
Confectionery sales surge as market races towards $295bn
Confectionery sales are soaring. But what’s driving growth and which brands are best positioned for the future?