The company's CEO said the year-on-year outcome was in line with expectations.

Germany-based Planet A Foods created a cocoa-free chocolate.

Market analysis projects the lag in the world's cocoa supply will lead to more price increases.

Natasha Chen will succeed Ben De Schryver as president of the company's North American division.

The company's net income slid 55.1% to $180.9 million, or 89¢ in earnings per share on the common stock

With new regulations, the middle layer of the supply chain is of primary concern.

The chocolate maker said Howard Schultz will provide valuable insights.

Price surges in cocoa bean futures are reaching the consumer level.

Middle layers of supply chains may impact companies.

The dairy cooperative formulated the new products with 45% more cocoa.