Mondelez International is a global snack company that specializes in producing a wide range of well-known brands in the confectionery, biscuit, chocolate, gum, and cheese categories. The company is committed to delivering delightful snacking experiences to consumers and operates with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Key products under its umbrella include popular items such as Oreo cookies, Cadbury chocolates, Toblerone, Ritz crackers, and Trident gum. Mondelez International operates across multiple markets worldwide, positioning itself as a leader in the snack food industry by continually expanding its product offerings and enhancing its brand portfolio. Read More
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CHICAGO, Feb. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Mondelēz International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDLZ) today declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.50 per share of Class A common stock. This dividend is payable on April 14, 2026, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on March 31, 2026.
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Mondelez's fourth quarter saw a negative market reaction, as investors digested a mix of higher-than-expected revenue but weaker profitability. Management cited persistent cost pressures, particularly from elevated cocoa prices and lower sales volumes, as key challenges. CEO Dirk Van de Put pointed to the resilience of the global chocolate market, despite significant price increases, but noted that adjustments were needed in certain European markets due to higher-than-anticipated price sensitivity. Management was notably cautious on the operating environment in North America, where consumer confidence remains low and snacking demand has softened.
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Packaged snacks company Mondelez (NASDAQ:MDLZ) reported revenue ahead of Wall Streets expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 9.3% year on year to $10.5 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.72 per share was 3.3% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Packaged snacks company Mondelez (NASDAQ:MDLZ) reported Q4 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 9.3% year on year to $10.5 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.68 per share was 2.4% below analysts’ consensus estimates.
CHICAGO, Jan. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mondelēz International (Nasdaq: MDLZ) today announced the appointment of Luca Zaramella to the role of Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer. In addition to his CFO responsibilities, as COO, he will have responsibility for the company’s commercial operations in its four geographical regions as well as the corporate sales, marketing and supply chain functions. Zaramella’s appointment will be effective Feb. 1, and he will continue to report directly to Chair and Chief Executive Officer Dirk Van de Put. The company is conducting a search for the CFO position and expects to announce a successor at a later date.
CHICAGO, Jan. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mondelēz International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDLZ) announced that Dirk Van de Put, Chairman & CEO, and Luca Zaramella, EVP & Chief Financial Officer will present at the annual Consumer Analyst Group of New York (CAGNY) Conference on February 17 at 2:00 p.m. ET.
CHICAGO, Jan. 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mondelēz International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDLZ) today opened applications for the 2026 class of CoLab Tech, the company’s global R&D tech accelerator program. The curriculum is designed to collaborate with entrepreneurs pioneering snack-forward technologies with high potential for commercialization and scale. This year’s focus is on technologies that can help advance Mondelez’s innovation agenda, including supply chain and agricultural resilience, consumer wellness priorities such as fiber and protein, operational efficiencies and sustainable packaging.
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