A 178% spike in global cocoa prices in 2024 sent shockwaves through the U.S. candy industry, exposing the vulnerability of small retailers just as Halloween—their busiest season—approached.

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Former broadcast journalist Stacey Marks Nectow founded Pure Sugar Candy, a handcrafted candy company that's gaining online popularity. The company utilizes social media, particularly TikTok, for ...

During the Christmas season, the candy cane industry sees an enormous spike in sales. In 2023, confectionery sales during the holiday season reached close to $7 billion, Carly Schildhaus, director of ...

What started as a small candy shop has turned into a massive confectionery operation in northern Indiana. Located in Hobart, Indiana, the Albanese factory spans over seven acres and pumps out tons of ...

Candy Clouds LLC is a locally-owned and woman-owned and operated small business. It's all about cotton candy. 20 + flavors to be exact. Cozette Vreeland says she will come to your event and spin fresh ...

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Two Bargersville girls have an accolade most don’t at their age — award-winning business owners. Best friends Grace McCauley and Tinley Smith, both 11, were recognized as the “Start-Up of the Year” by ...