Halloween Candy Prices Are Up More Than 15%, About Four Times Overall Inflation
Cocoa and sugar shocks are pushing Halloween candy prices up more than 15% this year. Hershey's seasonal Reese's rose over 23%, and 35% of shoppers plan to skip candy.
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Lindt Ousts CEO Adalbert Lechner as Growth Slows and Cocoa Costs Bite
Lindt & Sprungli, owner of Ghirardelli, has replaced its CEO after cutting its outlook twice. Former chief Dieter Weisskopf returns on an interim basis.
Lindt & Sprüngli Parts Ways With CEO Adalbert Lechner, Names Dieter Weisskopf Interim
Lindt & Sprüngli says Group CEO Adalbert Lechner will leave. Former CEO Dieter Weisskopf leads on an interim basis while the board searches for a successor.
Mars and Ofi Bet on Ecuador to Crack Cocoa’s Carbon Problem
Mars and ofi launch a five-year regenerative agriculture push in Ecuador to cut cocoa carbon footprint reduction across their shared supply chain.
Mars and ofi Bet Big on Ecuador Cocoa
A five-year pact between Mars and ofi targets regenerative agriculture in Ecuador's cocoa supply chain, with real stakes for sourcing and supplier accountability.