Candy is King – Especially During a Recession

The global candy market is a fascinating world, with large candy corporations often competing with regional candy favorites. Because of its low-cost and “comfort food” status, candy sales remain a powerful industry in an otherwise shaky economic climate. Candy is popular worldwide. According to a new January 2012 report by Global Industry Analysis, the top…

Double Dip?

The business press is worried about a double dip recession. Are you? There may be better questions to ask. For instance, what is a double dip recession? By the way, what exactly is a recession? Details. Details. A recession happens when growth of GDP (gross domestic product) goes negative. This usually happens after a period…