The Confectionery Industry News SEPTEMBER 30 to OCTOBER 6, 2013 | Page 3

US consumer confidence falls for 2nd month WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. consumer confidence declined this month as Americans turned more pessimistic about the economy, their own finances, and government budget policies. MORE…. Coca-Cola CEO: Companies need to speak out on societal issues Muhtar Kent said that companies have the “responsibility to be part of the solution for large societal issues.” MORE….