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State of the Industry 2022: Hard candy sales up nearly 20 percent

Health claims, flavor innovations, and nostalgia help drive growth, while price per unit increases contribute to higher dollar sales.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
July 12, 2022

Health claims, flavor innovations and nostalgia help drive growth, while price per unit increases contribute to higher dollar sales of hard candy.


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Healthy gummies

Healthier gummies drive sector growth and consumer excitement

New launches from major players and smaller start-ups target health-conscious consumers.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
September 13, 2021
As millennials long for the sweets of their youth, while grappling with being more health conscious as they get older, they have propelled product development in this space. And now, as Gen Z grows up and gains more buying power, they're doing the same.
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Kohler Sugar Free Chocolate

KOHLER introduces Sugar Free Chocolate

Each sugar-free ganache center is coated in 65% sugar-free chocolate.
July 19, 2021

Sugar Free Chocolate is a testament to the brand's dedication to flavor, quality and attention to detail.


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Better for You SOI 2021
State of the Industry

State of the Candy Industry 2021: Better-for-you, reduced-sugar treats gain momentum

Healthier chocolates are seeing strong sales, while non-chocolate diet candy reflects complicated impact of pandemic.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
July 14, 2021
Healthier chocolates are seeing strong sales, while non-chocolate diet candy reflects the complicated impact of pandemic.
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Russell Stover Joy Bites

Russell Stover introduces Joy Bites

Chocolate bars are made without added sugar.
June 9, 2021

Russell Stover Chocolates has launched Joy Bites, a collection of Fairtrade chocolate bars with non-GMO and organic ingredients and no added sugar.


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Hershey

COVID, new products, and the LID: The most interesting insights from Hershey’s recent earnings call

Hershey’s Michele Buck and Steve Voskuil addressed a wide range of topics, offering a candid look at how the company is doing.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
February 16, 2021
How were Hershey’s seasonal candy sales? What’s going on with the company’s expansion into the snacking category? Why are they releasing a revamped sugar-free candy line?
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Sugar Free Cocomels

Cocomels introduces Sugar Free Caramels

Coconut milk caramels are sweetened with allulose, monk fruit.
December 21, 2020

Naturally sweetened with allulose and monk fruit, Sugar Free Cocomels Caramels are keto friendly and contain no sugar alcohols.


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De Villiers sugar-free chocolate

De Villiers Chocolate introduces sugar-free, dairy-free chocolate

Range also includes varieties made with nut butters.
December 16, 2020

With a unique palate and texture, De Villiers Chocolate's range includes a number of flavors.


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Lilys white chocolate bars
State of the Industry

2020 State of the Confectionery Industry: Better-for-you, sugar-free entice consumers amid COVID-19

Shoppers are looking to healthy options as they are constantly forced to focus on health throughout the day.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
July 23, 2020
Health is on everyone’s mind these days. And many consumers have channeled their focus on health into their food choices.
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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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