Salty snack makers amplified promotions for value-driven shoppers, CEO says.

CEO Steven Cahillane says company “executing at a high level.” 

CEO says “temporary cost increase of cocoa will put pressure on our margins.”

Meiji America plant investment comes with Hello Panda Pretzel launch.

Pretzel baked foods manufacturer expects to double capacity.

Company cites “good performance” on retail side of tortilla and corn flour businesses.

Limited-time offering brings ‘grown-up’ name to Goldfish.

Affected products sold at major grocery retailers across US and Canada.

But study finds supplier and retailer strategies are often out of sync.

Investment firm increases ownership share in coffee company to 68%.