Lindt Shares Fall After Cocoa Prices Weigh on Profitability
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jul 22 2025
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Source: WSJ
Earnings Report: Lindt & Spruengli's shares declined after the company reported first-half earnings that fell short of analysts' expectations and expressed caution regarding its full-year profitability due to high cocoa prices.
Market Trends: The chocolate industry is facing challenges from rising raw-material costs, particularly cocoa, which, despite a recent decline from record highs, remains at historically elevated levels as consumer spending on chocolate decreases.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
