Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli AG

Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli AG is a leading Swiss manufacturer of premium chocolate and confectionery products with a history dating back to 1845. The company is renowned for its high-quality chocolate offerings, including signature brands such as Lindt, Lindor, Ghirardelli, Russell Stover, Caffarel, Hofbauer, Küfferle, and the iconic Gold Bunny. With its headquarters in Kilchberg, Switzerland, Lindt & Sprüngli operates an extensive global network, distributing its products through independent distributors, more than 520 company-owned shops, and retail partners. The firm’s vertically integrated approach—producing chocolate 'from bean to bar'—ensures quality control at every stage, from cocoa sourcing to the finished product. Serving the global consumer staples sector, Lindt & Sprüngli holds a prominent market position in both Europe and North America, contributing to its status as one of the fastest-growing and most resilient chocolate manufacturers worldwide. The company also demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainability and responsible sourcing, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 and advancing responsible cocoa procurement practices. This combination of brand strength, quality focus, and international reach underpins Lindt & Sprüngli’s significant role in the global confectionery industry.