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Mondelēz International Raises Annual Forecasts, Boosted By Strong Demand

Mondelēz International has raised its full-year growth forecasts for the second time this year, helped by robust demand for the Oreo maker's snacks and cho...

Hershey Sweetens Annual Profit Forecast On Higher Prices

Hershey raised its full-year adjusted profit forecast, bolstered by price increases for the Reese's peanut-butter cups maker's chocolates and candy.

Dove Ice Cream Launches Limited-Edition Clothing Range With Mien Studios

Dove Ice Cream has teamed up with sustainable everyday wear clothing brand Mien Studios to launch a limited-edition, eco-friendly line of 'Silky Smooth Set...

Chocolate Maker Barry Callebaut's Sales Fall On Low Demand

Chocolate maker Barry Callebaut has reported lower nine-month sales volumes than a year ago as customer demand dropped in an inflationary environment.

German Retailers Face Slump In Sales In Real Terms In 2023: HDE

German retailers expect to bring in 4% less sales income this year than last in real terms as inflation remains stubborn, the HDE retail association said,...

Tony’s Chocolonely Secures €20m In Additional Funding

Tony’s Chocolonely has announced it has raised an additional €20 million of capital from its existing shareholders to accelerate the delivery of...

Unilever Extends Strategic Supply Agreement With Barry Callebaut

Consumer goods giant Unilever has extended its long-term global strategic agreement with the Barry Callebaut Group for procuring cocoa and chocolate.

Nine Companies To Participate In Mondelēz International's Start-Up Programme

SnackFutures, the Mondelēz International innovation and venture hub, has announced the nine start-ups selected to participate in its third cohort of CoLab.