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Mondelez International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDLZ) is an American multinational leader in the confectionery, food, and beverage industry, headquartered in Chicago. Since its inception following the split from Kraft Foods North American grocery business in October 2012, Mondelez has established itself as a key player in the global snack food market.
The company generates annual revenues of approximately $26 billion and operates in around 160 countries. Mondelez's diverse product portfolio includes some of the world’s most beloved brands such as Oreo, Chips Ahoy, Halls, and Cadbury. As of the end of fiscal 2023, its business segments are divided into biscuits (49% of sales), chocolate (30%), gum/candy (12%), beverages (3%), and cheese and grocery items (6%). The geographical revenue distribution is also extensive, with over a third coming from developing markets, just more than a third from Europe, and the rest from North America.
In recent developments, Mondelez has joined the Hedera Council, focusing on pioneering distributed ledger technology (DLT) solutions to innovate digital transformation in supply chain management and enhance business processes. They are exploring projects like the SKUx digital payment system to offer real-time consumer offers and improve customer experiences.
Mondelez continues to engage in significant corporate social responsibility initiatives. Notably, the Sour Patch Kids brand has launched the 'Mischief for Change' scholarship program in partnership with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, which supports students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
The company is also proactive in its marketing and community engagement efforts, as demonstrated by the recent 'The Art of (Re)Play' campaign by Oreo in Shanghai. This initiative blends artistic expressions inspired by traditional Chinese culture with modern elements to foster community interaction and promote well-being.
Financially, Mondelez posted robust earnings and free cash flow in the first quarter of 2024, credited to strong pricing execution and effective cost management. Their outlook for 2024 includes a projected organic net revenue growth of 3-5% and high single-digit adjusted EPS growth.
Mondelez’s commitment to sustainable practices is reflected in its progress toward environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals. The company continues to invest in renewable energy, regenerative agricultural practices, and aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
With a strong global presence and a focus on innovation and sustainability, Mondelez International is poised to continue leading the snack food industry, driving growth, and creating value for its stakeholders.
Mondelēz International (NASDAQ: MDLZ) announced that its Chairman and CEO, Dirk Van de Put, along with CFO, Luca Zaramella, will be presenting at the Consumer Analyst Group of New York (CAGNY) Virtual Conference. The event is scheduled for February 16, 2021, at 1:50 p.m. ET. Investors and interested parties can access a live webcast of the presentation on the company's website, with a replay also available afterward. Mondelēz International is a leader in the snack industry, generating approximately $27 billion in net revenues in 2020 and offering popular brands like OREO, Cadbury, and Trident.
Mondelēz International reported a 2.8% increase in net revenues for FY 2020, driven by a 3.7% growth in Organic Net Revenue. However, diluted EPS decreased 8.2% to $2.47, while adjusted EPS rose 6.5% on a constant-currency basis. Free Cash Flow reached $3.1 billion, up $0.1 billion year-over-year. In Q4 2020, net revenues improved by 5.6%, with a diluted EPS of $0.80, a 60.0% increase. The company returned $3.1 billion to shareholders throughout the year, including a resumption of share repurchases.
Hometown Food Company announces the launch of the Funfetti® OREO® baking line, combining two beloved brands. Available starting February 2021, the lineup includes five products featuring real OREO® cookie pieces: vanilla and chocolate cake mixes, frosting, brownie mix, and pancake & waffle mix. To celebrate, a digital baking contest with judges Duff Goldman and Matthew Merril will take place. Participants can submit entries until January 26, with winners announced in March. Retail prices will range from $1.30 to $4.00.
Mondelēz International (NASDAQ: MDLZ) is set to release its fourth quarter 2020 financial results on January 28, 2021, at 4:05 p.m. ET. A conference call will follow at 5:00 p.m. ET, with participants encouraged to join at least 10 minutes early. A listen-only webcast will be available on the company's website, and a replay will be accessible until January 30, 2021. In 2019, MDLZ reported net revenues of approximately $26 billion, leading the snacking industry with popular brands like OREO and Cadbury Dairy Milk.
Mondelēz International (NASDAQ: MDLZ) has acquired Hu Master Holdings, parent company of Hu Products, a fast-growing snacking company known for its premium snacks with simple ingredients. The acquisition, effective January 4, 2021, follows Mondelēz's minority investment in Hu in April 2019. This move aims to enhance Mondelēz's North American snacking portfolio, leveraging Hu’s successful brand and premium product offerings, including chocolate and grain-free crackers. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Mondelēz International has named Laura Stein as the new EVP, General Counsel, Corporate & Legal Affairs, effective January 11. She succeeds Gerd Pleuhs, who is retiring after over 35 years with the company. Stein, who has 20 years of public company experience, previously served at The Clorox Company and H.J. Heinz Company. She will oversee global legal, compliance, and sustainability agendas, reporting directly to Dirk Van de Put, CEO. This leadership change aims to strengthen the company’s commitment to its growth strategy and ESG initiatives.
The Board of Directors of Mondelēz International (NASDAQ: MDLZ) declared a quarterly dividend of $0.315 per share, payable on January 14, 2021, to shareholders of record as of December 31, 2020.
Additionally, the Board approved a $4 billion increase to its share repurchase program, extending it for three years, now set to expire on December 31, 2023. The total authorization for share repurchases now stands at approximately $6 billion, allowing flexible buybacks based on market conditions.
Mondelēz International (NASDAQ: MDLZ) announced the redemption of its 3.625% Notes due 2023, effective December 4, 2020. The Redemption Price per $1,000 principal amount is set at $1,076.75, plus accrued interest of $2.71875, totaling $1,079.47. This announcement follows the regulations established in the 2015 Base Indenture, with Deutsche Bank Trust Company as the trustee. Mondelēz, a leader in the snacking industry, generated approximately $26 billion in net revenues in 2019, featuring brands like OREO and Cadbury Dairy Milk.
Mondelēz International (NASDAQ:MDLZ) announced that CEO Dirk Van de Put and CFO Luca Zaramella will join a fireside chat at the Morgan Stanley Virtual Global Consumer & Retail Conference on December 3, 2020, at 3 pm ET. A live audio webcast will be accessible on the company's investor website, and an archive will also be available post-event. With net revenues of about $26 billion in 2019, Mondelēz operates in over 150 countries, offering iconic brands like OREO, Cadbury, and Trident.
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