5 Biggest Chewing Gum Companies in the World

2. Mondelez International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MDLZ)

Annual Revenue: $28.7 billion

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 52

Mondelez International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MDLZ) is one of the largest American confectionery and snack manufacturers. The company is based in Chicago and operates across the whole of the United States and Canada in addition to 160 other countries. 

When it comes to chewing gums, it’s most famous for the brands Trident, Strident and Clorets, which also happen to be three of the most popular chewing gums across the world. 

These are produced through the world renowned company called Cadbury, a subsidiary owned by Mondelez International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MDLZ) since 2010. Trident, Strident and Clorets come in various flavors as well as in healthier functional versions, like zero-sugar gums, teeth whiteners and mouth fresheners. 

The flavors generally include peppermint and spearmint among others. Cadbury alone holds 26% global market share of the chewing gum industry, placing Mondelez International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MDLZ) second on the list of biggest chewing gum companies in the world. 

Mondelez International had an annual revenue of $28.7 billion in the year 2021 with chewing gums as well as candy accounting for 10% of its global net sales. 29% of its revenue was generated from the North American region. As of Q3, 2022, 52 hedge funds hold a total equity worth $1.4 billion in the company.