Bakery and Snacks

The race to perfect gluten-free

Gluten-free sales are booming, but manufacturers must balance taste, nutrition, clean labels and affordability to meet evolving consumer demands.

McVitie’s latest global brand to bet on localisation for China growth

Is food investing enough in climate adaptation?

As the pressures of climate-linked weather events grow, green investment is no longer just about mitigating the effects of climate change; it's about adapting to them. Is the food industry investing in such adaptation?

Unilever veteran joins Kraft Heinz as CFO

Food inflation may look tame, but rising CPG input costs suggest otherwise

August PPI data show food prices holding steady, but grains, oilseeds, packaging, diesel and freight costs are rising, creating potential margin pressure for CPG food and beverage companies.

EFSA approves sweetener aspartame-acesulfame salt

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has approved the sweetener salt of aspartame-acesulfame for use.

Cadbury x Oreo: Do collaborations and health claims still drive growth?

Cadbury has teamed up with Oreo to launch Cadbury Delights Oreo, the latest addition to its under-100-calorie chocolate range. The collaboration highlights confectionery's ongoing appetite for brand partnerships, but raises questions about whether 'permissible indulgence' marketing risks straying into healthwashing.

What’s the difference between effective and attractive packaging?

The most successful packaging strikes a balance between visual appeal and performance, using distinctive brand assets and clear communication to stand out on shelf and guide purchase decisions in seconds, according to Nielsen NIQ.

Mondelēz ramps up investment to drive global growth

Mondelez is shifting into growth mode, backing Oreo, Cadbury, emerging markets and innovation to capture new opportunities across global snacking.

GLP-1 prescriptions for young children up 310-fold

GLP-1 prescriptions for US children with obesity aged 8-11 have risen sharply, signalling a trend that could reshape food choices and family purchasing habits

General Mills pairs cost cuts with cautious capital strategy

General Mills plans $3 billion in cost cuts while prioritizing debt reduction over stock buybacks and keeping a high bar for acquisitions.

Inside the leadership strategies reshaping British baking

Five British bakery leaders reveal how investment in people, resilient supply chains and purpose-led growth are reshaping the industry.

From breadbasket to growth market: How Grupo Bimbo, Nestlé and General Mills are redrawing LATAM’s food map

Grupo Bimbo, Nestlé and General Mills reveal how climate risk, local production and shifting investment are reshaping LATAM’s food industry.

Canada’s tariff retaliation puts US food and agriculture industries in a bind

Canada’s latest retaliatory tariffs hit US food, agriculture and steel, exposing a split among industry groups over tariffs and trade talks.

Is traditional snack advertising becoming obsolete?

Big Food is moving advertising spend towards social media, influencers, e-commerce and AI – putting traditional brand marketing under pressure.

Baby food still has a sugar problem

Baby food's sugar problem persists, with new research highlighting concerns over fruit pouches, free sugars and slow progress on reformulation

Mars pumps $13m into future talent and farmer resilience

Mars Impact Fund invests over $13m in global community programmes, backing farmer livelihoods, healthcare access, youth education and animal welfare initiatives.

McVitie’s, Snickers, Cadbury and Cheez-It turn snacks into something bigger

McVitie’s, Snickers, Cadbury, Cheez-It and five more brands are using unusual launches to create experiences, enter markets and engage shoppers.

Barilla’s Goodles acquisition reflects growing health food M&A trend

Barilla’s acquisition of Goodles follows a familiar formula of pairing startup innovation with multinational scale.

The top 3 areas winning private label right now

Private label’s transition from a generic staple to rivalling national brand aligns with broader consumer preferences towards premium wellness products according to Spins data.