Sugar & Confectionery

Fazer and Reliance Consumer Products sign an MoU to explore producing and distributing premium chocolates in India, targeting growth in one of the world’s fastest-growing confectionery markets.

Tanzania’s president pledges support for sugar sector investment as ABF Sugar expands operations and prepares to launch a new factory to boost domestic production.

Lindt & Sprüngli lowers its 2026 growth outlook citing geopolitical tensions and weaker tourism, while reporting strong 2025 profits and continued premium chocolate demand.

Hain Celestial divests its North American snacks unit to Snackruptors for $115 million as part of a strategy to reduce debt and refocus on core food and beverage categories.

IFC is reviewing a $40 million loan to support Nile Sugar’s expansion in Upper Egypt, aiming to strengthen domestic sugar production and reduce reliance on imports.