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Mondelez is reviewing its marketing strategies through adoption of newly developed generative AI tool aimed at reducing production costs by 30% to 50%.

Natural colours producer Oterra has launched FruitMax Purple 105, a clean label purple shade designed for beverage and confectionery manufacturers.

Mars Wrigley is expanding its M&M'S brand with the introduction of M&M'S Pop'd Caramel, marking the company's first foray into freeze-dried candy.

Italian food-tech company Foreverland, a producer of cocoa-free chocolate alternatives, has expanded its production capacity with the opening of its first manufacturing plant in Puglia, Italy.

Ferrara Candy Company has expanded its Nerds range with the launch of Nerds Juicy Gummy Clusters.

Canadian confectionery company Huer Foods has partnered with global hot sauce leader Frank’s RedHot to launch a first-of-its-kind treat: Huer x Frank’s RedHot Spicy Gummy Bears.

Tim Tam, the iconic Australian biscuit brand, has launched its much-anticipated White Chocolate variety in the UK market, responding to a surge of consumer demand.

Nestlé Confectionery has unveiled a festive twist for chocolate fans with the launch of a brand-new mystery flavour Quality Street for Christmas 2025.

Ferrero has announced that its $3.1 billion acquisition of WK Kellogg has been completed, marking a new milestone in the company’s North America growth strategy.

The Fruit Factory is set to invigorate the fruit snack category with the launch of its new Sour Apple Fruit Strings

This new product line is set to cater to the growing consumer demand for convenient, healthier dessert options.

As the holiday season approaches, Baileys Chocolate has launched its latest product innovation: Baileys Chocolate Caramel Whirl.