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
Confectionery
Lindt ousts CEO in bid to reignite growth
Chocolate maker parts ways with Group CEO Adalbert Lechner as Board cites need to restore growth
Ghirardelli joins Dubai chocolate craze with new-look Squares
Chocolate maker puts spin on Dubai chocolate craze with taller Squares
What is next for food and beverage cargo thefts after the surge in 2025?
After a sharp rise in 2025, reported thefts have declined in 2026, but shifting product trends, freight hotspots and evolving fraud tactics continue to challenge CPG supply chains
Protein boom powers confectionery growth
Protein is reshaping confectionery innovation, but consumers continue to put taste, texture and indulgence first
Nestlé backs landmark effort to improve cancer care
Food and beverage giant partners with the WSSO to make nutrition a standard part of cancer surgery care worldwide
Less is more for food brands trying to meet modern shoppers’ health & safety needs
New research suggests familiar ingredients, minimal processing and shorter ingredient lists could give food brands an opportunity to capture a premium
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
FDA eases salt-substitute rules amid MAHA push for healthier foods
The final rule gives food and beverage manufacturers greater flexibility to reduce sodium in products ranging from bread rolls and canned tuna to salad dressing and cheese, supporting FDA’s broader sodium-reduction goals
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
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
A celebrity event designer’s playbook for Halloween launches
Edward Perotti argues that brands must move beyond predictable colours and seasonal sprinkles if they want their Halloween launches to command attention
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
Mondelēz bets on familiar favourites to drive growth
Confectionery giant gives Cadbury Twirl a makeover as brand extensions continue to drive confectionery innovation
Chocolate without cocoa? Why the industry’s taking alternatives seriously
Can alt cocoa secure chocolate’s future? As supply pressures mount, manufacturers are increasingly turning to cocoa-free and hybrid alternatives
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
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
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?
COA expands high-protein chocolate range with matcha and coconut
COA has added matcha and coconut flavours to its high-protein chocolate range as it expands in Australia and New Zealand and eyes the US market
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
FDA’s GRAS overhaul could add pressure to agency – can AI help?
SciPinion says its new SciBridge Safety Suite can help companies identify and document similarities between new ingredients and substances FDA has previously reviewed, potentially easing pressure on an already resource-constrained agency
Flavors of the future: global inspiration meets local innovation
Functional chocolate puts formulation innovation into overdrive
Demand for protein-forward, reduced-sugar and plant-based indulgence is forcing formulators like Luker Chocolate to balance nutrition claims with the taste and texture consumers expect
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
