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The latest happenings in the snack world, from new product launches and company acquisitions to emerging food trends.

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Mars Announces $1.4 Billion in US Spending for 2027 — but Only the Pet Hospitals Are Confirmed New Projects

Mars Inc. announced a record $1.4 billion investment for its U.S. operations in 2027. However, only four veterinary hospitals are confirmed new projects, while food and snack expansions cited are examples of past or ongoing investments.

Siobhan Walsh· Nov 11· 4 min read
College athletes celebrating a win with Mondelēz snack products visible in the background, symbolizing a new era of sports and snack brand partnerships.

Mondelēz sponsors five college sports programs

Marco Diaz · Aug 28
A person in a convenience store aisle choosing a healthier snack over candy, reflecting the impact of weight loss drugs on snacking choices.

Weight loss drugs and gummies change how Americans choose snacks

Siobhan Walsh · Aug 3
Cooper Street Snacks artisanal cookies displayed prominently on shelves in a Sam's Club store, reaching customers nationwide.

Cooper Street Snacks expands distribution into Sam's Club nationwide

Marco Diaz · Jul 3
A smartphone scanning a QR code on a PepsiCo or Coca-Cola can, revealing ingredient safety information.

PepsiCo, Coca-Cola Use QR Codes for Ingredient Transparency

Siobhan Walsh · Jun 26
Diamond Brew coffee pods with celebrity investors DeAndre Hopkins, Sean Clifford, and Charlie Walk in the background, symbolizing a successful pre-seed funding round.

Diamond Brew closes oversubscribed pre-seed funding round

NFL players DeAndre Hopkins and Sean Clifford, alongside music executive Charlie Walk, have invested in Diamond Brew, a coffee pod startup that just closed a seven-figure pre-seed funding round.

Marco Diaz· Jun 24· 3 min
A crumbling CPG advertising billboard contrasted with a small, authentic challenger brand product, symbolizing declining trust and rising authenticity.

CPG Companies Face Declining Trust Amidst Ad Reach Strategies

Despite a 12% average decline in consumer trust over three years, top 50 CPG companies boosted global ad spending by 8% last quarter, totaling an estimated $2.

Siobhan Walsh· Jun 15· 4 min