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News & Analysis on Chocolate, Candy and Biscuits01-Aug-2025
TOP HEADLINES
Unilever ice cream growth strong ahead of demerger
The results are positive for The Magnum Ice Cream Company, which will be spun off mid-November... Read more
Mondelez sees jump in revenue growth, driven by pricing
Q2 sees Mondelez price increases pay off... Read more
Food safety emergency: What’s causing the recall spike?
Food recalls have hit record highs - costing billions, shaking consumer trust, and exposing cracks in global supply chains... Read more
Why creatine is the hottest ingredient in functional food and beverage
With a projected CAGR of 25.2%, creatine is a breakout ingredient in functional food and beverage... Read more
Mars-Kellanova deal to reshape global snacking market
What happens when a confectionery giant takes a step into the snacking world? We’re about to find out... Read more
World’s biggest chocolate supplier moves to de-risk with cultivated cocoa
But are Barry Callebaut’s customers open to cell-based cocoa?... Read more
Commodity supply crisis grows as climate change takes hold
Extreme weather is changing global commodity supply chains, putting pressure on manufacturers to adapt, fast... Read more
Stevia’s functional edge: Fermentation unlocks cancer-fighting potential
As demand for natural sweeteners grows, stevia’s health potential could be a game-changer... Read more
What’s hot in confectionery? Cadbury’s Bournville refresh and new lines
From spicy gummies to nostalgic dark chocolate, this week’s launches show how brands are blending bold formats with mass appeal... Read more
Nestlé organic growth up but sales down
Nestlé surprises with stronger-than-expected growth, but a sales dip and leadership shake-up hint at deeper challenges... Read more
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EDITOR'S CHOICE
Chocolate at a crossroads: does Nestlé face peak price?
Big food has consistently increased chocolate bar prices as input costs rise, but what do Nestlé’s revenues say about consumers’ appetite to pay more?... Read more
Sugar prices falling: What does this mean for manufacturers and will it last?
Sugar prices fall to lowest level since June 2021... Read more
What happens if you don’t comply with the EUDR?
Strict penalties are enforced on those who don’t fulfil requirements... Read more
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