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Barry Callebaut ploughs €250m into world’s biggest chocolate factory

Barry Callebaut ploughs €250m into world’s biggest chocolate factory

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Permissible indulgence powers better‑for‑you boom

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Snacks are eating into the meal occasion creating new opportunities for brands

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The line between snacking and confectionery is disappearing

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Nestlé: Confectionery innovation on a global stage

Nestlé: Confectionery innovation on a global stage

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Coca‑Cola defies sector struggles with strong profit growth

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Barry Callebaut launches global chocolate innovation hub

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Barry Callebaut ploughs €250m into world’s biggest chocolate factory

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