NIQ finds consumers favor other ways to mitigate pricing pressure.

Snack food maker boosts presence in private label arena.

Snacks division president says brand has “experienced exponential growth.”

Nestle appears more focused on reducing rather than increasing its exposure to food. 

CEO says potential deals would be “bolt-ons” to current businesses.

Liner material uses plastic sourced via advanced recycling technology.

CEO points to stronger “competitiveness across our business” in Q1.

Divested yogurt business was “drag” on sales and profits, CEO says.

More innovation, geographic expansion planned for billion-dollar snack brand.

Sarah Van Houten will oversee financial strategy, operations.