Snacks and Cravings

Pepsico

5 articles

Crumbling packaging of a traditional snack brand contrasted with fresh, healthy ingredients and modern snack alternatives, symbolizing industry change.
The Pantry

Iconic snack brands face health revolution, future at risk.

PepsiCo's $1.7 billion acquisition of PopCorners signals a strategic shift, yet most industry marketing still props up traditional, less healthy snacks. This investment, aimed at the health sector, ir

Siobhan Walsh·August 31, 2026
A smartphone scanning a QR code on a PepsiCo or Coca-Cola can, revealing ingredient safety information.
Snack News

PepsiCo, Coca-Cola Use QR Codes for Ingredient Transparency

Soon, scanning a Coca-Cola or PepsiCo can will lead directly to ingredient safety assessments from the US FDA, European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), and Health Canada.

Siobhan Walsh·June 26, 2026
A diverse array of innovative and healthy snack products displayed in a modern supermarket setting, highlighting the growth of better-for-you options.
Healthy Bites

Innovators Seize Better-For-You Snacking Opportunities in 2026

In late May 2026, PepsiCo, a titan of the snack industry, launched PopCorners Protein, a chip boasting 9 grams of protein per serving.

Aylin Kaya·June 5, 2026
PepsiCo products displayed in a convenience store, showcasing new smaller can sizes and varied price points for 2026.
Global Flavors

PepsiCo tests new sizes, prices for 2026 convenience stores

PepsiCo is testing new price points and product sizes for convenience stores in 2026, including a 13-ounce can and mini cans priced around $1.

Aylin Kaya·June 5, 2026
PepsiCo snack products on a supermarket shelf with a price tag graphic indicating a 15% reduction, symbolizing market adaptation.
The Pantry

PepsiCo Cuts Chip Prices Up To 15% To Meet Evolving Demands

PepsiCo, a titan of consumer packaged goods, slashed U.

Siobhan Walsh·May 18, 2026