Stand-up packaging, consumer-driven innovation and loyalty data are upending the candy aisle and checkout area. We talked with two Hershey execs at the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) show to understand how one of the world’s most beloved...
For the first time in nearly a decade, New York City will host the part-art museum, part-chocolate school extravaganza on November 15-17, 2019 at the Javits Center in Hudson Yards, Manhattan. We got the scoop from event director Chyai Mulberg on what...
The Chicago-based confectioner reported a nominal increase in sales for the quarter – ending October 22, just before Halloween – and a slightly higher boost for the 2019 aggregate.
The gifting retailer benefited from targeting younger consumers and everyday occasions, with its food and basket sector gaining 18% ($10.7m) in the first quarter of fiscal 2020.
Halloween is candy’s biggest holiday, and candy corn is at the center of it. ConfectioneryNews caught up with Peter Goldman, head of seasonal and Brach’s at Ferrara, to talk strategy, trends and good ol’ candy history.
Leading up to October 31, Hershey joined Rubie’s Costumes and The Addams Family movie to create a digital one-stop-shop called Halloween Headquarters. We got the scoop from Brad Santanna, the candy maker’s digital commerce lead.
Led by strong growth in emerging markets and ‘local jewels’, as the company refers to its regional brands, net revenue gained 1% in the third quarter, while cash flow surpassed $1bn.
The confectioner (and now snacking player) upped its full-year outlook by a half percent, with gains from ONE Brands’ bars and a strong start to seasonal sales in the third quarter.
From ethical chocolate to glow-in-the-dark wrappers, the industry offers trick-or-treaters a plethora of new options and old standbys to celebrate on October 31.
The confectioner anchored its showcase at the National Association of Confectioners (NACS) show with Trolli Crunchy Crawlers, complemented by innovations for SweeTarts, Laffy Taffy, Now and Later, and Fun Dip.
Brands looking to capitalize on the ‘permissible indulgence’ trend have turned to the candy aisle for inspiration. Catch a glimpse of what we saw at the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) annual show in Atlanta, October 1-4.
Premium sweet brand Uncle Joe’s says it is looking at a 10% rise in demand for its Halloween and bonfire night treacle toffee in the run up to this year’s celebrations.
