Non-Chocolate Archives - NCA https://candyusa.com/topic/segment/non-chocolate/ The National Confectioners Association Thu, 13 Mar 2025 16:03:42 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 SOTIC 2025 – State of Treating https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/sotic-2025-state-of-treating/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sotic-2025-state-of-treating Thu, 13 Mar 2025 16:03:42 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=55568 Presented by: Elise Fennig, Chief of Staff & Senior Vice President of Operations, National Confectioners Association  Dive into the 2025 State of Treating Report, NCA’s flagship analysis of the confectionery industry’s performance. This session highlights the latest insights into chocolate,...

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]]> Presented by: Elise Fennig, Chief of Staff & Senior Vice President of Operations, National Confectioners Association 

Dive into the 2025 State of Treating Report, NCA’s flagship analysis of the confectionery industry’s performance. This session highlights the latest insights into chocolate, candy, gum, and mint consumption patterns, addressing how evolving consumer behaviors and macroeconomic trends are shaping the industry. Discover how confectionery products continue to play a unique role in moments of joy and indulgence while adapting to changing consumer expectations around wellness, convenience, and value. Gain actionable takeaways on how to align with these trends, foster growth, and solidify your position in the marketplace.

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]]> 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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]]> Five Global Sweets and Snacks Trends to Watch https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/five-global-sweets-and-snacks-trends-to-watch-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=five-global-sweets-and-snacks-trends-to-watch-2 Thu, 11 Jul 2024 19:03:01 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=51515 Where in the world should confectionery and snack manufacturers be looking for inspiration? Get five key international trends in treating and snacking that have the potential to break through in the U.S. and Americas markets. Get insights into emerging consumer...

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]]> Where in the world should confectionery and snack manufacturers be looking for inspiration? Get five key international trends in treating and snacking that have the potential to break through in the U.S. and Americas markets. Get insights into emerging consumer behaviors and innovative flavor, ingredient or formulation trends from around the world that could disrupt the sweets and snacks market in the U.S.

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]]> Five Global Sweets and Snacks Trends to Watch https://candyusa.com/events/five-global-sweets-and-snacks-trends-to-watch/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=five-global-sweets-and-snacks-trends-to-watch Wed, 22 May 2024 13:02:33 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=event&p=50638 Where in the world should confectionery and snack manufacturers be looking for inspiration? Get five key international trends in treating and snacking that have the potential to break through in the U.S. and Americas markets. Get insights into emerging consumer...

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]]> Where in the world should confectionery and snack manufacturers be looking for inspiration? Get five key international trends in treating and snacking that have the potential to break through in the U.S. and Americas markets. Get insights into emerging consumer behaviors and innovative flavor, ingredient or formulation trends from around the world that could disrupt the sweets and snacks market in the U.S.

What you’ll learn:
  • How to translate international trends to the U.S. 
  • The new flavors or ingredients appearing in global sweet and snack launches. 
  • Get ahead of the competition with formulations featuring emerging trends in texture, color or aroma.  

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]]> State of Non-Chocolate Confections https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/state-of-non-chocolate-confections/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=state-of-non-chocolate-confections Tue, 21 May 2024 16:44:58 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=50584 This session dives into the non-chocolate confectionery category, one of the fastest growing segments in the industry. Get an in-depth analysis of the key product groups, consumer trends, flavors and formats, demographic shifts and performance across various retail channels. What...

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]]> This session dives into the non-chocolate confectionery category, one of the fastest growing segments in the industry. Get an in-depth analysis of the key product groups, consumer trends, flavors and formats, demographic shifts and performance across various retail channels.

What you’ll learn:

  • Insights into how non-chocolate candy is gaining traction and driving growth within confections. 
  • Key retail trends and opportunities across channels.  
  • Consumer trends and how they affect purchasing behaviors. 

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]]> State of Treating and 2023 Annual Sales Review https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/state-of-treating-and-2023-annual-sales-review/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=state-of-treating-and-2023-annual-sales-review Wed, 24 Apr 2024 13:52:33 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=50193 Headwinds grew stronger in the second half of 2023 driving the outside marketplace to have an oversized impact on categories around the store, including confectionery. While inflation boosted dollar sales, unit and volume sales experienced declines. How will the retail...

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]]> Headwinds grew stronger in the second half of 2023 driving the outside marketplace to have an oversized impact on categories around the store, including confectionery. While inflation boosted dollar sales, unit and volume sales experienced declines. How will the retail landscape look in 2024? Join NCA and Anne-Marie Roerink, president of 210 Analytics, to examine: 

  • The details of the confectionery category’s performance in 2023 
  • An in-depth marketplace review 
  • Shopper and online engagement metrics.  

The webinar and the State of Treating research is made possible by Blommer Chocolate Company. 

Made possible by:

Blommer Chocolate Company

Sales data provided by:

Circana

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]]> SOTIC 2024: State of Treating 2024 https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/sotic-2024-state-of-treating-2024/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sotic-2024-state-of-treating-2024 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 17:48:58 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=49250 Confectionery’s success over the years can be attributed to its strong favorability, permissibility, and affordability. How do those attributes stand up in today’s marketplace that is putting substantial pressure on America’s pocketbook? NCA’s 2024 State of Treating report combines proprietary...

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]]> Confectionery’s success over the years can be attributed to its strong favorability, permissibility, and affordability. How do those attributes stand up in today’s marketplace that is putting substantial pressure on America’s pocketbook? NCA’s 2024 State of Treating report combines proprietary consumer survey findings with retail scan data from Circana to connect consumer attitudes with shopper behavior.

The study takes a critical look at what has changed over the past year and why, and helps you get a read on future patterns and demand. Topics include generational insights, seasonal engagement, technology and social media, and confectionery in a world of transparency and social responsibility.

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]]> SOTIC 2024: Getting to Know Seasonal Chocolate & Candy Consumers https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/sotic-2024-getting-to-know-seasonal-chocolate-candy-consumers/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sotic-2024-getting-to-know-seasonal-chocolate-candy-consumers Mon, 18 Mar 2024 17:48:55 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=49278 More than 64% of total candy sales take place during 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...

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]]> More than 64% of total candy sales take place during 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. We’ll share insights from NCA’s latest seasonal research and have retail leaders weigh in on opportunities, obstacles, and what’s driving the success in their seasonal confectionery business.

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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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]]> Getting to Know Seasonal Chocolate & Candy Consumers https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/getting-to-know-seasonal-chocolate-candy-consumers/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=getting-to-know-seasonal-chocolate-candy-consumers Thu, 09 Nov 2023 20:12:59 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=45797 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 how,...

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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 how, who, what, why and where behind seasonal purchases is clear.

This webinar covers NCA’s newest original research, Getting to Know Seasonal Chocolate & Candy Consumers 2023, including:

  • The level of affordability and permissibility of seasonal confectionery.
  • Seasonal candy channel destinations, online sales and the opportunity for convenience stores.
  • Purchase decisions and the importance of seasonal colors and flavors.
  • Seasonal candy crafts, traditions and sources of inspiration.
  • Seasonal items purchased, recipients, engagement and favorites by holiday.

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