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Mondelēz International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDLZ) generates a steady flow of news as a global snack food manufacturer with widely recognized brands. Company announcements cover financial results, dividends, product launches, marketing campaigns and product quality actions, giving investors and followers multiple angles on how the business and its brands are evolving.
On this page, you can follow updates such as quarterly earnings releases and outlook commentary, which the company reports through press releases and related Form 8-K filings. Recent items include notices about the timing of third quarter and fourth quarter/full-year financial results and conference calls, as well as detailed third quarter 2025 results that discuss net revenues, margins and regional performance.
News for MDLZ also features capital return and corporate actions, including declarations of regular quarterly dividends on Class A common stock. Brand-focused updates highlight marketing initiatives for Oreo, Ritz, CHIPS AHOY!, SOUR PATCH KIDS and other Mondelēz brands, such as RITZ advertising during a major American football championship game, a CHIPS AHOY! collaboration with the Stranger Things series, and the introduction of SOUR PATCH KIDS Strips in a new ribbon-style format.
Another important category of coverage is product quality and safety communications. Mondelēz Global LLC has issued voluntary recalls for specific RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches and CHIPS AHOY! Baked Bites Brookie products in the United States, describing the scope of affected products, the reasons for the recalls and coordination with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
By reviewing the MDLZ news feed, readers can see how Mondelēz International reports its financial performance, manages its global snack brands and addresses product-related issues, all based on official company communications.
Mondelēz International (MDLZ) announces its return to March Madness® as an Official Corporate Partner, featuring college basketball stars Juju Watkins and Jackson Shelstad in a new 30-second TV spot airing March 13, 2025. The company is partnering with nine NCAA athletes across its brands OREO, RITZ, CHIPS AHOY!, WHEAT THINS, and TRISCUIT.
The campaign includes a consumer sweepstakes offering chances to win a VIP trip to the 2026 NCAA Final Four® through the Win Time Outz microsite. Mondelēz will host fan experiences at both the Men's Final Four in San Antonio (April 4-7) and Women's Final Four in Tampa (April 3-6), featuring product sampling and athlete meet-and-greets.
This initiative builds on Mondelēz's sports focus, following RITZ's first Big Game spot and a partnership with Inter Miami CF. The company reported 2024 net revenues of $36.4 billion, operating in over 150 countries with brands including OREO, CADBURY, and CLIF BAR.
Mondelēz International's SnackFutures Ventures will present key snacking trends at Natural Products Expo West on March 5, 2025. The presentation, led by Vice President Richie Gray, will showcase insights from the Company's 2024 State of Snacking Report and highlight investment priorities.
The session will focus on five main areas:
- SnackInspo: Social media's influence on snack discovery and purchase
- Permissible Chocolate: Consumer interest in personal and planetary well-being
- Protein Evolution: Focus on savory snacks and women's health
- Better-for-You Bakery: Demand for cleaner labels in fresh bakes
- Enabling Technologies: Supply chain and climate resilience innovations
Mondelēz International (MDLZ) has announced the launch of SOUR PATCH KIDS Strawberry-Watermelon Glow Ups, the first-ever gummy candy that glows under blacklight. The innovative product features edible confetti containing turmeric extract that creates a fluorescent effect while maintaining the brand's signature sour-then-sweet taste profile.
The product will be available online starting March 5th, 2025, followed by a nationwide retail rollout later in March. The candy will be sold in two sizes: a 3.08 oz bag at $1.24 SRP and a 6.7 oz bag at $2.98 SRP. The launch includes an exclusive Snapchat filter allowing consumers to experience the glow effect through augmented reality.
Additionally, Mondelēz's Swedish Fish brand will simultaneously release SWEDISH FISH Mini Strawberry-Watermelon Glow Ups with similar glowing features.
Mondelēz International (MDLZ) has appointed Norberto Chaclin as Executive Vice President and Chief Research & Development Officer. Reporting to CEO Dirk Van de Put, Chaclin will lead the company's enterprise R&D and quality strategy to shape the future of snacking.
Chaclin previously served as Senior Vice President, R&D, Global Biscuits and Regional R&D partner for North America, where he led innovations across major brands including Oreo, Chips Ahoy!, LU, Ritz, Club Social, belVita and Clif Bar. He also headed R&D for the company's global gum and candy business.
Before joining Mondelēz, Chaclin spent 18 years at PepsiCo in various roles, ultimately leading R&D for PepsiCo North America Beverages and the Pepsi/Starbucks joint venture. He holds a chemical engineering degree from Texas A&M University and an MBA from Southern Methodist University.
RITZ, a brand under Mondelez (MDLZ), has announced the launch of its new Hot Honey flavored crackers, expanding its spicy product portfolio. The new offering combines sweet and spicy flavors ('swicy') while maintaining the brand's signature flaky texture.
The product will be available in 13.7oz boxes at major food retailers nationwide. This launch follows recent spicy innovations including RITZ Bits Spicy Queso and RITZ Toasted Chips Sweet Habanero, demonstrating the brand's continued focus on flavor innovation in the spicy snack category.
Mondelēz International (MDLZ) has partnered with Sargento to launch Sargento® Cheese Bakes, a new premium cheese cracker line featuring real Sargento® cheese as the primary ingredient. The product will be available nationwide starting March 2025 in three varieties: Aged White Cheddar & Rosemary, Pepper Jack, and Parmesan & Oregano.
The crackers will be sold in 4.5 oz. pouches with an SRP of $4.99, marking Sargento's first venture outside the dairy case and into the cracker aisle. This collaboration combines Mondelēz's cracker-making expertise with Sargento's cheese heritage, aiming to deliver a premium snacking experience that can be enjoyed alone or with dips and spreads.
This partnership brings together two significant players in the snacking industry: Mondelēz, with 2023 net revenues of approximately $36 billion, and Sargento, a family-owned company with net sales of $1.7 billion and over 2,500 employees.
Mondelēz International (NASDAQ: MDLZ) presented at the 2025 CAGNY Conference, highlighting its strategic growth and portfolio transformation. The company reported 4.3% organic net revenue growth and 5.1% adjusted gross profit dollar growth in 2024, despite facing record cocoa input cost inflation.
The company is focusing on its core categories of chocolate, biscuits, and baked snacks, which represent 90% of revenue. MDLZ's $2 billion cakes and pastries business, currently holding the #3 global share position, is identified as a key growth opportunity within the $97 billion cakes and pastries category.
The presentation outlined four strategic areas: sustainable growth strategy, managing cocoa input costs while maintaining market leadership, expanding in the cakes and pastries category, and value creation through cash generation and disciplined capital allocation.
Mondelēz International (Nasdaq: MDLZ) has announced its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.47 per share of Class A common stock. The dividend will be paid on April 14, 2025, to shareholders who are on record as of the close of business on March 31, 2025.
Mondelēz International's sixth annual State of Snacking™ report, conducted with The Harris Poll across 12 countries, reveals significant insights about snacking habits and social connections. The 2024 survey shows that 71% of global consumers consider sharing snacks as their love language, marking an 8% increase from 2023.
The study highlights that 64% of respondents regularly use snacking to connect with others, up 8% from the previous year, while 93% believe they can always find shareable snacks. Notably, Gen Z and Millennials show a stronger tendency to use snacking for self-care, mood enhancement, comfort, and stress management.
According to Melissa Davies, Senior Manager of Global Insights & Trendspotting at Mondelēz International, the company recognizes food's role in fostering connections and is adapting to evolving consumer preferences by ensuring their snacks provide opportunities for connection and mindfulness.
Mondelēz International (MDLZ) has announced a multi-year partnership with Inter Miami CF as the club's official snacking partner starting in the 2025 season. The partnership will feature brands like RITZ Crackers, OREO Cookies, and Chips Ahoy! at Chase Stadium and surrounding areas.
The collaboration includes player appearances, tickets, and resources to support local businesses in Southern Florida. As an initial initiative, the RITZ Brand will partner with Upright City FC, a non-profit organization, providing match tickets to participants and their families throughout the season.
The partnership aims to enhance fan experiences through unique in-store events and exclusive snack experiences during matches. Mondelēz reported 2023 net revenues of approximately $36 billion and operates in over 150 countries worldwide.