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Discover the latest global trends and innovations across the Future of the Chocolate Industry. Our forward-looking report identifies areas which are evolving, consumer attitudes, and important advances expected across the Future of Chocolate, Sugar and Gum Confectionery market over the next five years and beyond.
Current market landscape of the Future of Chocolate, Sugar and Gum Confectionery market
The pandemic has slowed innovation; nonetheless the category remains strong as consumers reach for treats to satisfy a range of needs. In chocolate, vegan moves mainstream and consumers consider the benefits of added protein. Sugar confectionery launches include a number of forays into products with sensory-driven innovation.
Future trends in the Chocolate, Sugar & Gum Confectionery market in the next two years
The push and pull between healthy and indulgent continues to challenge the category. Vegan chocolate is looking for the next big thing, as the concept moves into the mainstream. And, the war on sugar continues to be fought on a number of fronts.
The Future of Chocolate, Sugar and Gum Confectionery market trends in five years and beyond
Next-generation vending machines can be the way of the future for premium brands. As pets become family members, bonding over sweet treats provides an opportunity for brands. And, it is time to approach labor issues in cocoa from a different angle.
Expert analysis from a specialist in the field
This report, written by Marcia Mogelonsky, a leading analyst in the Confectionery sector, delivers in-depth commentary and analysis to highlight current trends and add expert context to the numbers.
Confectionery has ridden out the second year of the pandemic, and innovation is ratcheting up. Looking forward, the war on sugar rages while vegan goes mainstream.
Marcia Mogelonsky
Director of Insight
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where we are now
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- The tension between indulgent and healthy confectionery
- Graph 1: most likely food/drink categories to choose if looking for functional benefits/added health claims, 2021
- Mainstream manufacturers experiment with vegan milk chocolate
- The war on sugar continues to tug at the category
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in five years and beyond
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