Mondelez
Coverage of Mondelez in the Nexus archive.
- Good things are coming in smaller packages as household budgets tighten
Consumer product companies like Coca-Cola, Mondelez, and Hershey are introducing smaller package sizes to cater to budget-conscious shoppers amid rising prices. Executives from these companies noted that lower-income customers prefer these smaller, more affordable options, while wealthier shoppers continue to buy larger formats. The trend is part of a broader strategy to address economic pressures without reducing product quality or lowering prices for bulk buyers.
- Your Easter candy is still expensive — even with cheaper cocoa
Cocoa prices have dropped significantly from 2024-2025 highs, but Easter chocolate prices remain elevated due to delayed price adjustments by manufacturers. Consumers are set to spend $24.9 billion on Easter 2026, with chocolate costing 14% more year-over-year despite lower cocoa costs.