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Global Top 100

2026 Global Top 100 candy companies show resilience

Many of the companies on this year’s list showed growth amid last year’s uncertainty.
Lis Parker
Liz Parker Kuhn
March 31, 2026

The past year included ups and downs, including tariffs, but ultimately ended on an overall positive note.


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Global Top 100

2025 Global Top 100 candy companies thrive amidst price increases

The confectionery industry experienced a dynamic year, with a range of market shifts.
March 3, 2025

The past year included ups and downs, with many worried about the prices of cocoa heading into the new year.


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Mars Wrigley’s historical relationship with history in Chicago dates back more than a century (William Wrigley Jr. introduced Juicy Fruit and Wrigley’s Spearmint gums in 1893)

Mars opens doors on new Global Research and Development Hub in Chicago

The 44,000-square-foot facility constitutes a $42m investment in the candy producer’s future innovation.
Jenni Spinner, Chief Editor, Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery
Jenni Spinner
January 23, 2024

On January 18, Mars held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its newest, and largest to date Global Research and Development Hub.


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Mondelēz wraps up sale of developed market gum business to Perfetti Van Melle

Mondelēz wraps up sale of developed market gum business to Perfetti Van Melle

The move will empower Mondelēz to focus on chocolate, cookies, and baked snacks.
Jenni Spinner, Chief Editor, Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery
Jenni Spinner
October 2, 2023

The move will empower Mondelēz to focus on chocolate, cookies, and baked snacks.


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North American Sweet 60
North American Sweet 60

2023 North American Sweet 60: Candy manufacturers strive to be creative, resilient

Amid supply chain struggles and a turbulent economy, confectionery companies still manage to shine.
Lis Parker
Liz Parker Kuhn
July 31, 2023

With the pandemic receding, the confectionery industry is slowly returning to its pre-March 2020 state.


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Praline-maker River Street Sweets celebrates its 50th anniversary

The company also celebrated National Pralines Day on June 24.
Lis Parker
Liz Parker Kuhn
July 27, 2023

Candy Industry Publisher Doug Peckenpaugh was able to catch up with Tim Strickland, co-owner, River Street Sweets, at its Savannah location on June 23. June 24 was National Pralines Day.


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Goetze's adds two flavors to everyday offerings

Goetze's adds two flavors to everyday offerings

Caramel Apple, Strawberry Smoothie flavors now offered year-round.
May 4, 2023

The flavors are available at retailers such as Dollar Tree and Food Lion.


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Hershey named #3 on DiversityInc's 'Top 50 Companies for Diversity' list

The company has introduced various diversity programs over the years.
May 3, 2023

The recognition marks the fifth consecutive year DiversityInc has recognized Hershey's enterprise commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion.


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Hershey aims to expand commitment to child wellbeing, environmental conservation in Côte d'Ivoire

Company will fund the construction of ten schools in Côte d'Ivoire.
April 28, 2023

Hershey and Côte d'Ivoire's National Strategy for Sustainable Cocoa share a goal to improve childhood education and preserve ecosystems in cocoa-producing communities.


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Nestlé ITR returns to Singapore to continue driving its category, regenerative ambitions

Nestlé ITR returns to Singapore to continue driving its category, regenerative ambitions

Brand will showcase new product launches from KitKat, Smarties.
April 28, 2023

Nestlé International Travel Retail returns to TFWA Asia Pacific this year with a Hospitality Suite dedicated to continuing the company’s mission to build food into travel retail’s #1 most purchased category.


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