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Economic growth spurs consumption in Vietnam

Confectionery retail volume sales in Vietnam are projected to rise by 7 percent in 2012
April 17, 2013
Confectionery retail volume sales in Vietnam are projected to rise by 7 percent in 2012, with retail value sales totaling $298 million. Higher purchase power is helping drive the consumption of chocolate among middle-class consumers, especially in Vietnam’s largest cities.
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Enjoying the finer hard candies in life

Increased sales in the hard candy category allows industry to expand and specialize.
March 20, 2013
With summer only a few months away, nostalgic foods and drinks immediately come to mind. Refreshing cola cools you down, tangy lemonade calms the mind after a long day and watermelon with a punch of sweetness energizes you throughout the long afternoons.
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Snack Bars: Energy for the long run

Bars flavors and ingredients evolve as segment continues to grow.
March 1, 2013
Dark Chocolate Coconut, Dark Chocolate Peanut and Dark Chocolate Crunch – despite the decadent confections you’re probably imagining right now, these are the names of the new nutrition bars from Balance Bar’s Dark line.
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Private-label candy loses its stigma

Private-label manufacturers venture into premium chocolates and better-tasting gums while helping retailers brand themselves.
March 1, 2013
In the past, private-label candy usually meant confections that didn’t have a national branded presence, like orange slices, ball gums, starlight mints, gummi bears and circus peanuts.
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Statistical Snapshot: Mexico

Lee Linthicum of Euromonitor International sees Mexican confections firmly on road to recovery
March 1, 2013
Current Euromonitor International projects peg Mexico’s retail confectionery sales at $5.4 billion in 2017, more than a billion dollars gain since 2012. This represents the sixth best retail market for global confectionery sales. It also places Mexico second, exceeded only by Brazil, within Latin America.
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Sugar-free moves toward chemical-free

Companies turn to new sweeteners, flavors, to draw in consumers
February 6, 2013

 As the founder of a website devoted to allergy-free and sugar-free snacks (aptly named AllergyFreeAndSugarFreeSnacks.com), Kathi Robinson — herself born with a  hereditary medical condition that requires her to live on a very restrictive diet — knows sugar-free candy gets a bad rap sometimes. 


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Barry Callebaut's top six chocolate trends list

Cocoa Producer offers insight into the future at ISM
January 31, 2013
While consumers always expected a personal experience, they are also interested in convenience and authenticity, at least according to Barry Callebat’s predictions for the chocolate market of 2014.
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Chocolate Trends: Manufacturers create healthier, more dynamic chocolates

As companies attempt to appease foodies and health-conscious consumers, they're tweaking their products or inventing entirely new ones
November 20, 2012

To get an idea of how drastically the image of candy is changing these days all you have to do is ask Jessica Daponte what the latest chocolates for kids are. 


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Root Beer Float, and Rainbow Sherbet Dessert Delights

Wrigley, Chicago
November 19, 2012

 Extrahas introduced two new sweet flavors to its line of Dessert Delights gum — Root Beer Float and Rainbow Sherbet.   


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Dinosaur Jawbuster

Au’some Inc.
October 31, 2012

 The Jawbuster is a 2.1-oz lollipop with a gum center. It’s sure to make a huge roar with any kids or kids at heart.  


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