All Confectionery articles – Page 4
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NewsC-stores cut back on Christmas ranges to save money and avoid January reductions
Independent retailers said they wanted to avoid discounting an abundance of leftover stock come January
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Analysis & FeaturesHow can new Nestlé chief Laurent Freixe get the company back on track?
Freixe has announced sweeping operational changes, and is planning to set more ‘realistic’ targets as consumers around the world turn towards value-driven alternatives to brands
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NewsCapvest continues food rebuild with further M&A for Second Nature Brands platform
CapVest was historically a major player in UK food and drink before it sold Valeo Foods and Eight Fifty Food
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NewsLindt loses market share as chocolate prices rocket
The Swiss chocolatier said its Lindor and Excellence brands were performing strongly
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KVI TrackerHalloween and Christmas treats to be pricier as cocoa and sugar stay at record highs
Sky-high commodity prices seen in recent months are yet to fully reach shoppers, experts warn
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NewsBebeto taps viral TikTok trend with freeze-dried sweets range
The innovations are claimed to offer a ’fun, sensory experience like no other’
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NewsM&M’s turns tables on trick or treaters in Ring doorbell campaign
Timed for the run-up to Halloween, the marketing campaign sees callers getting “fun and festive quick replies” from Red
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Comment & OpinionTerry’s team ‘brainstorm’ new chocolate ball
Welcome to the ‘Board of the Unsquare’ at Terry’s HQ, in which the team are conducting a rare NPD meeting
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NewsNestlé trials paper Quality Street tubs in Tesco ahead of Christmas
The tub, which is decorated with gold foil, is suitable for kerbside recycling
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Range PreviewWhat’s new in stores for Halloween 2024
Storm clouds are brewing and Halloween is fast approaching. Check out the limited-edition treats tempting shoppers this spooky season
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NewsCapVest-owned Natra acquires Belgian luxury chocolatier Gudrun
CapVest-owned chocolate maker Natra has swooped to acquire Belgian luxury chocolatier Gudrun to create a global confectionery platform
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NewsFormer Mondelez executive debuts vegan sweets brand Wild Thingz
Fliss Newland worked in various sales and e-commerce roles for Mondelez before setting up her own business
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Category ReportCakes & biscuits trends 2024: Cake around the clock
As mealtimes give way to ‘snack time’, how are cakes and biscuits capitalising? And how is the trend shaping innovation efforts?
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NewsRheal hires advisors as it explores sale and expansion options
Rheal has hired M&A advisors to explore a sale of the rapidly growing superfoods brand as it looks to expand the business further into the grocery channel and international markets
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Comment & OpinionIs Feastables founder MrBeast a good ally for Tony’s?
Does the association with Donaldson risk tarnishing the noble Dutch brand’s reputation?
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NewsJamie Laing to host The Grocer’s New Product & Packaging Awards 2024
The event will celebrate the latest and greatest innovations that have hit the shelves over the past 18 months
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Analysis & FeaturesWhat does the junk food ad ban mean for marketeers?
Food businesses have been somewhat quiet over ad restriction plans. Are they accepting them? Or seeing ways around them?
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Category ReportHow cocoa is going green
Chocolate brands are facing increased scrutiny over their eco-credentials. How prepared are big brands? And what lies ahead?
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Analysis & FeaturesThe UK’s 10 favourite chocolate brands 2024
A global shortage of cocoa, triggered by adverse weather, has pushed up chocolate prices. But which brands are Brits still willing to fork out for?
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Category ReportChocolate trends 2024: The rise of the ultra-posh chocolate
Imaginative, fancy NPD is aiming to revive flagging chocolate volumes. Who’s leading the way in lavish flavours and formats?