The astonishing numbers behind the world's favourite confection
There's no denying it: chocolate is one of the most popular foods in the world. You probably don't think about the multibillion-dollar industry behind your favourite sweet treat, but it's not just a "world of pure imagination" (to quote Willy Wonka). It's also a world of mind-blowing numbers, rising costs, and in some cases, exploitation.
Read on for our round-up of astonishing chocolate facts and statistics, from the nations that consume the most to how much the priciest bars cost. Plus, find out why this much-loved indulgence is endangered – and could even become extinct – in the not-too-distant future...
All dollar amounts in US dollars.
Daniel Coughlin
21 March 2024
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