Mars launches fruit-flavoured Excel RefreshersFruit gum is seeing a notable rise in popularity, particularly among young buyers. Nestlé reports 2.1% organic growth with a strong second quarter for 2024Company expects organic sales growth of at least 3% for the full year of 2024. Regal Confections acquires Mondoux Confectionery Sweet deal includes Sweet Sixteen gummy line, as well as Mondoux’s Giacomo Easter chocolate range. It's a bittersweet Easter for chocolate lovers and African cocoa farmers, but big brands see profits Chocolate eggs and bunnies are more expensive than ever. Higher chocolate prices part of wider trend as climate, other factors disrupt supply What does this mean for the confection business? Nestlé reports full-year results for 2023 International beverage and food producer says results were excellent despite uncertain global conditions. CSNC EXCLUSIVE: Convenience store customers crave sugar-free snacks and beverages An array of new products are filling the gap across key categories. Record cocoa prices heading into Valentine's Day proves to be a headache for sweets king Hershey Consumers are cautious about rising prices. Product of the Year Canada announces 2024 winners 4,000 Canadians voted for winners across 39 categories, covering food, snacks, beverages, health products and more. Numerator looks at holiday spending and shopping trends for 2024 While some holidays bring out more spontaneous celebration plans, others are planned and budgeted for well in advance. 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last