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Millennial family stock

Confectionery products should help consumers maximize personal relationships

Nearly 60 percent of consumers are worried about COVID-19’s impact on loved ones, FMCG Gurus finds.
Will Cowling
July 22, 2020

As the COVID-19 pandemic has passed its peak in many countries and consumers embrace the concept of the “new normal,” they are re-evaluating what is important to them in life.


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Pack Expo
Pack Expo 2020

PACK EXPO planning in-person/virtual hybrid for 2020 show

PMMI also considering an all-virtual option, says a final decision will be made by August.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
July 22, 2020
PMMI says it is looking at two options for the 2020 PACK EXPO event, including an in-person/virtual hybrid and an all-virtual show. The group says it will make a final decision by August.
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Starburst All Pink

All Pink Starburst packs are here to stay

Brand also launching All Pink Self-Care Kits.
July 21, 2020

The Starburst brand is making its All Pink pack a permanent everyday item nationwide after only offering it during the summer months for the last three years.


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Godiva

2020 State of the Confectionery Industry: Truffle category innovates despite sagging gift box chocolate sales

Gift box chocolates generated $282M in year ending June 14, IRI reports.
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
July 21, 2020
Premium chocolate producers continue to innovate within the truffles, pralines and filled chocolates category while gift box chocolate sales have dipped overall.
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ferrera

2020 State of the Confectionery Industry: Novelty, spreads sectors see innovation

Novelty sector launches new products amid COVID-19 while spreads grow internationally.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
July 20, 2020
While COVID-19 has made the process for launching new products a little different, that hasn’t stopped brands from putting out new confectionery items that offer a bright spot during these tumultuous times.
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Frutati

2020 State of the Confectionery Industry: Hard candy sales dip

Dollar sales dropped by 2.6 percent in year ending June 14, IRI says.
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
July 20, 2020
While the chewy candy category continues to grow, U.S. sales for hard candy — driven by lollipops and sugar-free options — are seeing declines.
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Ruby chocolate coatings

Barry Callebaut highlights Ruby coating for National Ice Cream Month

Magnum, Häagen-Dazs brands have launched Ruby products.
July 17, 2020

Barry Callebaut is highlighting the potential for its recently launched Ruby chocolate ice cream coating in time for National Ice Cream Month this July.


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Worlds Finest Chocolate logo

World’s Finest Chocolate donates 75K chocolate bars through partnership with Hope For The Warriors

Donations occurred from mid-April to May.
July 17, 2020

From mid-April through May, World’s Finest Chocolate partnered with Hope For The Warriors to donate more than 75,000 chocolate bars to healthcare and frontline workers, including military members, across the country.


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Trolli screengrab

Trolli expands dark, whimsical ‘It’s Trolli’ campaign

Last year’s launch increased sales, consumer engagement.
July 15, 2020

Trolli has built on its dark, quirky “It’s Trolli” campaign after last year’s advertising spots boosted sales and consumer engagement.


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Skittles Pride Pack

Skittles, Todrick Hall partner to donate $100K to National Black Trans Advocacy Coalition

Funds will support BTAC’s COVID-19 Community Response Fund.
July 14, 2020

The Skittles brand has partnered with actor, singer and choreographer Todrick Hall to donate $100,000 to the National Black Trans Advocacy Coalition (BTAC).


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