Report Archives - NCA https://candyusa.com/my-nca/document-type/report/ The National Confectioners Association Sun, 02 Mar 2025 19:50:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 2025 State of Treating Report https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/2025-state-of-treating/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2025-state-of-treating Sun, 02 Mar 2025 19:48:33 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=55331 The 6th annual State of Treating reflects on confectionery shopping and treating trends in 2024 — a year when many consumers altered their purchases to make the most of their budgets. The study includes an in-depth category performance review along...

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]]> The 6th annual State of Treating reflects on confectionery shopping and treating trends in 2024 — a year when many consumers altered their purchases to make the most of their budgets. The study includes an in-depth category performance review along with the how and why behind the numbers to help uncover category growth opportunities in 2025 and beyond.

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]]> 2024 Getting to Know Chocolate Consumers Full Report https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/2024-getting-to-know-chocolate-consumers-full-report/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2024-getting-to-know-chocolate-consumers-full-report Wed, 02 Oct 2024 15:43:47 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=52798 Despite a slowdown in volume and unit sales, chocolate remains a top choice for moments of celebration. Discover the details on what’s happening in the market right now, what chocolate sales will look like in five years, and when we...

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]]> Despite a slowdown in volume and unit sales, chocolate remains a top choice for moments of celebration. Discover the details on what’s happening in the market right now, what chocolate sales will look like in five years, and when we expect to see volume recovery.

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]]> 2024 Washington Forum: New Consumer Insights on Ultra-Processed Foods https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/2024-washington-forum-new-consumer-insights-on-ultra-processed-foods/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2024-washington-forum-new-consumer-insights-on-ultra-processed-foods Thu, 19 Sep 2024 21:11:53 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=52610 A much-anticipated update to the 2022 Georgetown University report “All Indulgent Products Are Not Created Equal,” adds new research-based insights about consumer attitudes, purchasing decisions, and consumption patterns for key indulgent product categories. The study shows that confectionery products are...

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]]> A much-anticipated update to the 2022 Georgetown University report “All Indulgent Products Are Not Created Equal,” adds new research-based insights about consumer attitudes, purchasing decisions, and consumption patterns for key indulgent product categories. The study shows that confectionery products are not viewed or consumed the same as other indulgent foods.

Don’t miss this new research that supports one of our industry’s key narratives – chocolate and candy are always a treat!

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]]> 2024 State of Treating Report https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/2024-state-of-treating-report/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2024-state-of-treating-report Mon, 11 Mar 2024 13:55:00 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=49071 NCA’s fifth annual State of Treating reflects on confectionery shopping and treating trends in 2023 – a year in which inflation took the spotlight. Analyzing longer term trend lines, the study documents what changed and why those changes occurred in...

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]]> NCA’s fifth annual State of Treating reflects on confectionery shopping and treating trends in 2023 – a year in which inflation took the spotlight. Analyzing longer term trend lines, the study documents what changed and why those changes occurred in confectionery shoppers’ perceptions, attitudes, and behaviors. This helps us uncover category growth opportunities in 2024 and beyond.

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]]> Getting to Know Seasonal Chocolate & Candy Consumers 2023 https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/getting-to-know-seasonal-chocolate-candy-consumers-2023/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=getting-to-know-seasonal-chocolate-candy-consumers-2023 Thu, 09 Nov 2023 20:59:37 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=46105 More than 64% of all candy sales take place during the four big seasons of Valentine’s Day, Easter, Halloween and the winter holidays. Add to that sales from secondary and self-invented holidays and the importance of fully understanding the who,...

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]]> More than 64% of all candy sales take place during the four big seasons of Valentine’s Day, Easter, Halloween and the winter holidays. Add to that sales from secondary and self-invented holidays and the importance of fully understanding the who, what, where, when and why behind seasonal purchases is clear.

Download NCA’s newest original research, Getting to Know Seasonal Chocolate & Candy Consumers 2023.

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]]> 2023 State of Treating Report https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/2023-state-of-treating-report/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2023-state-of-treating-report Mon, 06 Mar 2023 14:09:42 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=41171 Supply chain disruption, 40-year high inflation and lingering COVID-19 concerns continued to affect confectionery shopping and consumption patterns. What did not change was the nation’s love for confectionery. Americans continued to treat themselves and others during seasonal and everyday occasions....

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]]> Supply chain disruption, 40-year high inflation and lingering COVID-19 concerns continued to affect confectionery shopping and consumption patterns. What did not change was the nation’s love for confectionery. Americans continued to treat themselves and others during seasonal and everyday occasions. Confectionery set new dollar sales records in 2022 — with gains far ahead of most other categories in the store. To maintain this strong momentum, NCA’s 2023 State of Treating report aims to bring a deep understanding of the confectionery consumer and market drivers to get a read on future patterns and demand.

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]]> Country Report Series: Front-of-Pack Labeling Initiatives https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/country-report-series-front-of-pack-labeling-initiatives/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=country-report-series-front-of-pack-labeling-initiatives-australia Fri, 21 Oct 2022 14:41:23 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=38140 Legislation requiring front-of-package nutritional labeling (FOPNL) information for foods high in sugar and salt is being widely adopted around the world. These country reports assess the landscape by identifying current FOPNL regulations, assessing the future of FOPNL legislation and highlighting...

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]]> Legislation requiring front-of-package nutritional labeling (FOPNL) information for foods high in sugar and salt is being widely adopted around the world. These country reports assess the landscape by identifying current FOPNL regulations, assessing the future of FOPNL legislation and highlighting future potential regulatory dangers for the chocolate & confectionery industry. The report is taken from NCA’s Global Confectionery Report on Front-of-Pack Labeling Initiatives.

This country report includes analysis of how 500 consumers in each country responded to a survey on their chocolate & confectionery purchasing habits and how these are likely to be impacted by regulatory initiatives such as FOPNL. The report also includes a number of themes coming from a range of expert interviews conducted with confectionery manufacturers, retailers, policy makers and other representatives from the confectionery industry.

The report begins with a Global Executive Summary of findings and continues with an examination of each country specifically through the survey results and expert interviews.

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]]> Seasonal Confectionery Purchase Decisions: 2020 https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/seasonal-confectionery-purchase-decisions-2020/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=seasonal-confectionery-purchase-decisions-2020 Wed, 18 Nov 2020 17:48:38 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=25188 Part 3 of a 3-part series exploring everyday, seasonal and confectionery shopper insights in a COVID-19 world.

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]]> Part 3 of a 3-part series exploring everyday, seasonal and confectionery shopper insights in a COVID-19 world.

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]]> Confectionery Sales Amid COVID-19: 2020 https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/confectionery-sales-amid-covid-19-2020/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=confectionery-sales-amid-covid-19-2020 Fri, 30 Oct 2020 10:00:00 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=24902 An in-depth look at confectionery shopping and consumption during the pandemic Part 2 of a 3-part series exploring everyday, seasonal and confectionery shopper insights in a COVID-19 world.

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]]> An in-depth look at confectionery shopping and consumption during the pandemic

Part 2 of a 3-part series exploring everyday, seasonal and confectionery shopper insights in a COVID-19 world.

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]]> E5: Practical Principles for Maximizing Everyday Business https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/e5-practical-principles-for-maximizing-everyday-business/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=e5-practical-principles-for-maximizing-everyday-business Wed, 08 Apr 2020 19:45:00 +0000 https://dev2020.candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=15655 Empowering Manufacturers and Retailers for Category Growth Learn how to drive everyday successes in the confectionery aisle through the five “E’s” that can help confectionery brands stand out from the crowd.

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]]> Empowering Manufacturers and Retailers for Category Growth

Learn how to drive everyday successes in the confectionery aisle through the five “E’s” that can help confectionery brands stand out from the crowd.

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]]> Getting to Know Chocolate Consumers https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/getting-to-know-chocolate-consumers/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=getting-to-know-chocolate-consumers Fri, 17 May 2019 04:00:00 +0000 https://dev2020.candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=14482 Chocolate represents 60 percent of the $35 billion U.S. confectionery industry. Ranging from iconic brands to products made by micro producers, chocolate is a consumer favorite — enjoyed across ages, incomes, ethnicities and regions. But much like food choices in...

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]]> Chocolate represents 60 percent of the $35 billion U.S. confectionery industry. Ranging from iconic brands to products made by micro producers, chocolate is a consumer favorite — enjoyed across ages, incomes, ethnicities and regions. But much like food choices in general, chocolate habits and preferences are changing. For one, the very different confectionery preferences among Millennials is fueling a surge in demand for flavor, ingredient and texture innovation. Additionally, megatrends, such commitment to wellbeing, convenience and transparency are driving innovation in sourcing, packaging, branding and more. This study aims to help the chocolate industry better understand the varying wants and needs among U.S. chocolate consumers.

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