It turns out the top five players in Asia Pacific confectionery markets are Nestle S.A., Perfetti Van Melle SpA, Mondelez Intl., the Ferrero Group, and The Hershey Co.

The report helps share and track and company's progress every year, outlining Mars' achievements.

According to MWG's study, "The Grocery eCommerce Index for Sweets & Snacks," candy and snacks are included in 77 percent of online grocery orders.

According to Mintel data, chocolate confections may be a treat in more ways than one.

In the United Arab Emirates, a taste for chocolate is growing.

Increasingly, consumers are looking for more nutritious indulgences. They want the proverbial "better for you" treats that still taste good, says Packaged Facts' new report, "Sweet Baked Goods: U.S. Market Trends."

According to a new report by market research publisher Packaged Facts, the future of the market is bullish.

Health trends tend to shy away from the sugary sweet, but this time, rising health awareness is bringing customers to chocolate — particularly dark chocolate.