Mondelez Files Lawsuit Against Aldi for Packaging Infringement

Mondelez International is a leading global snack company specializing in biscuits, chocolate, gum, candy, coffee, and powdered beverages. The company was officially formed in 2012 when it was spun off from Kraft Foods Inc., allowing it to focus exclusively on the high-growth global snacking market[1][2][3][5]. Its name is a portmanteau derived from the Latin "mundus" (world) and "delicious," reflecting its mission to offer delicious snacks worldwide[2]. Mondelez traces its roots back to 1923 with the founding of National Dairy Products Corporation, which later acquired Kraft Cheese Company and other brands, evolving through various mergers and name changes before Kraft Foods Inc. was split to create Mondelez[1][4]. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with its North American headquarters and global innovation center located in New Jersey[1]. Key achievements of Mondelez include expanding its global footprint and product portfolio through strategic acquisitions, such as Vietnam's Kinh Do (2014), premium American cookie brand Tate's Bake Shop (2018), and health-conscious brand Hu Master Holdings (2020). These acquisitions have diversified its offerings and strengthened its presence in emerging and developed markets[2][3]. Mondelez also acquired Chipita S.A. in 2021 to boost its European baked snack portfolio and acquired UK performance nutrition brand Grenade, further broadening its market reach[2][3]. Innovation and digital transformation are central to Mondelez's growth strategy. The company invests heavily in product development, introducing new flavors and healthier options, and leverages digital marketing and e-commerce to enhance consumer engagement and supply chain efficiency[3]. It employs over 110,000 people across 165 countries, with revenues exceeding $35 billion as of 2013, underscoring its scale and global impact[5]. Notably, Mondelez champions sustainability by focusing on responsible sourcing, sustainable packaging, and nou

Aldi is a global discount supermarket chain originally founded in Germany in 1946 by brothers Karl and Theo Albrecht. The name Aldi is a contraction of "Albrecht Diskont." The business split into two legal entities in 1960: Aldi Nord and Aldi Süd, each operating independently but sharing the brand's core discount philosophy. Aldi operates over 13,000 stores across 18 countries, making it a major player in global grocery retail[4]. In the United States, Aldi has rapidly become the third-largest grocery chain by store count, with 2,567 stores as of August 2025, surpassing competitors like Publix and Kroger[2]. Its U.S. journey began in 1976 with a store in Iowa City. Since then, Aldi has focused on expanding through a mix of new store openings and conversions of acquired chains, such as Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarkets, acquired in 2024 via Southeastern Grocers. In 2024, Aldi opened nearly 120 new stores, then set a record in 2025 with plans to open over 225 stores, aiming to reach about 3,200 U.S. stores by 2028[1][2][3][4]. Aldi's business model centers on offering high-quality products at low prices, with about 90% of its items being private label, enabling significant cost savings. Its 2025 Price Leadership Report highlighted an average 36% savings compared to other grocery chains, helping consumers combat inflation while maintaining quality and convenience[3][5]. Aldi also emphasizes sustainability, operating 700 stores with natural refrigerants and committing to eliminate polluting refrigerants by 2035, positioning itself as an environmentally conscious leader in grocery retail[3]. Leadership transitions in 2025 include Atty McGrath, a 20-year Aldi veteran, becoming CEO of Aldi U.S., succeeding Jaso