Inside food and beverage’s AI-powered future
Artificial intelligence has already transformed how food and beverages are made, marketed and developed. Industry experts say that’s just the beginning
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Mondelēz Q3 profits surge amid surprise acquisition
Volume-led growth, rising profits and a surprise acquisition fuel Mondelēz momentum
Hershey hopes Halloween candy can ward off declining volume fears
Hershey beat third-quarter earnings estimates, but declining candy volumes and consumer spending pressures have the chocolate maker counting on a last-minute Halloween shopping surge to bolster sales
Nestlé tackles regenerative agriculture’s missing piece
World’s biggest food manufacturer broadens regenerative agriculture ambitions as focus shifts beyond soil health
Forget flavour, texture’s transforming confectionery
From melt and mouthfeel to crunch and chew, texture takes centre stage in confectionery innovation
Kinder catches Halloween fever in Ferrero first
Chocolate maker launches first-ever Kinder Halloween range as children and adults embrace spooky season
A flavour to watch: The rise of pandan
Southeast Asian ingredients are continuing to go global, and pandan is no exception
Lindt CEO exit: Strategic reset or overreaction?
Swiss chocolate maker’s CEO paid the price for slowing growth. But what does the move mean for the multinational’s future?
Lindt chairman rules out resignation following shock CEO exit
Ernst Tanner on Adalbert Lechner’s ousting, Lindt’s long-term strategy, and his own future plans
Reese’s Christmas rollout signals new confectionery playbook
Hershey expands Reese’s Christmas range, revealing key confectionery trends
Nestlé factory closure signals new era of industry consolidation
Food and beverage giant to close major US facility as efficiency drive reshapes manufacturing network
Ferrero enters the Marvel Universe in blockbuster collaboration
Italian chocolate maker gives brands including Kinder, Tic Tac, Butterfinger and Crunch a superhero makeover in cinematic collaboration
Nestlé turnaround accelerates as volume growth gains pace
Emerging markets, Petcare and Food & Snacks drive Q3 growth for world’s biggest CPG
Quality Street gets Monopoly makeover amid collaboration craze
Nestlé’s flagship brand is teaming up with the world famous property game for Christmas
Mars joins Hershey and Ferrero in race for the digital impulse purchases
Mars taps into Instagram Shop in time for Halloween to reach billions of global users, following its predictions on digital commerce’s influence on product discovery.
Chocolate has a new problem. And it’s not cocoa prices
Rising temperatures are hitting chocolate demand, forcing manufacturers to rethink products, formats and sales strategies
M&M’s at 85: How Mars built a billion-dollar confectionery icon
From flavour innovation to space exploration, M&M’s has spent 85 years securing its place in confectionery history
Forget breakfast: The battle for the morning snack is on
Consumers are increasingly turning to morning snacks for energy, focus and satiety, creating a fast-growing opportunity for food and beverage brands
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
Protein boom powers confectionery growth
Protein is reshaping confectionery innovation, but consumers continue to put taste, texture and indulgence first
Why brands like PepsiCo are betting big on Halloween
Halloween becomes a bigger occasion for snacks, sips and treats – particularly among adults
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?
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
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
Hershey changes Reese’s packaging following lawsuit
Chocolate maker adds disclaimer to Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins after legal challenge
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
The GLP-1 effect: How weight-loss drugs are changing food and drink
Weight-loss drugs are reshaping the food and beverage landscape, driving demand for nutrient-dense, portion-controlled products and opening up new opportunities for innovation across the industry
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
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
Mars predicts a future of automated and immersive retail
Agentic technology is increasingly shaping what consumers expect from their shopping experience as household staples are relegated to automated replenishment while immersive spaces are designed to drive discovery and spotlight viral trends
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 appoints new international president as CPG sets industry standard
Amanda Almond joins Hershey as international president, strengthening confectionery giant’s female-led leadership team
Opinion
Beyond sugar reduction: The next challenge for food manufacturers
Low-sugar formulations no longer satisfy increasingly health-conscious consumers
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?
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
Are consumers really asking AI what snacks to eat?
From protein targets to dietary restrictions, shoppers can now describe what they need and get a shortlist of snacks in return but the effect on sales is still unclear
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
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?
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