PepsiCo to acquire poppi prebiotic soda brandAcquisition will expand PepsiCo’s better-for-you offerings to meet consumer preferences. U.S. tariffs sour outlook for Canadian sugar and candy companiesConfectionery companies from across Canada weigh on. Multinational food and beverage firms push Canadian-made products amid tariff spat Canadians are looking for ways to support domestic businesses that could be hurt if tariffs come into play. Hershey appoints new presidents of confection and salty divisions Appointments come after Hershey CEO Michele Buck announces plans to retire. Hershey rejects takeover offer from Mondelez Takeover offer was the second attempt by Mondelez to take on chocolate maker. 2025 Industry Outlook Leaders from across Canada weigh in on the issues, trends and opportunities shaping their businesses, convenience, forecourt and car wash. Hershey’s confection president returning to PepsiCo Michele Buck to assume leadership of U.S. Confection business on interim basis. Mondelez looking into possibly buying Hershey If merger happens, it will create the largest confectionary maker in the world. Insights to drive sweet success with chocolate sales Chocolate-obsessed Canadians push sales higher for convenience stores, as vendors innovate to meet consumers’ evolving needs. Hershey acquires social media snack sensation Sour Strips Move expands reach with new category for the snacking company. First Previous 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last