The global stevia market is valued at USD 1.03 billion in 2026 and is projected to reach USD 1.71 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 10.62%. Growth is driven by increasing regulatory validation, health concerns about sugar consumption, and rising demand for plant-based sweeteners across food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and nutraceutical sectors. Technological advances in bioconversion and precision fermentation are improving taste profiles and reducing production costs, enabling mainstream adoption.

The global starch-based films market is projected to grow from $4.16 billion in 2026 to $5.36 billion by 2032, with a CAGR of 4.3%. Driven by sustainable packaging demand, regulatory support, and technological advances in starch chemistry, the market is expanding as companies address challenges like moisture sensitivity through strategic collaborations and R&D investments.

The global food thickeners market is projected to grow from USD 20.04 billion in 2026 to USD 35.02 billion by 2035, at a CAGR of 6.4%. Growth is driven by increasing demand for clean-label ingredients, plant-based products, and functional foods. North America currently leads the market with 41% share, while Asia Pacific is the fastest-growing region. Hydrocolloids dominate by type, and beverages lead by application, with sauces and dips expected to grow fastest.

Ingredion Incorporated and GATX partnered to create a custom-wrapped railcar promoting the American Heart Association's 'Move More!' campaign to encourage physical activity and cardiovascular health. The initiative is part of Ingredion's long-term sponsorship of the Heart of Chicago campaign, with the railcar serving as a mobile message for healthier living across North America.

Ingredion Incorporated announced a quarterly dividend of $0.82 per share, payable on Jan. 20, 2026, to stockholders of record as of Jan. 2, 2026. The company is a global ingredient solutions provider with annual net sales of approximately $7.4 billion.

The U.S. processed pumpkin market is projected to grow from $1.43 billion in 2024 to $3.34 billion by 2033, driven by health trends, seasonal demand, and versatile food applications.

The global sugar substitutes market is projected to grow from $23.56 billion in 2024 to $29.90 billion by 2029, driven by health-conscious consumers and rising demand for low-calorie alternatives amid increasing diabetes prevalence.

The global inulin market is projected to grow from $1.691 billion in 2025 to $2.197 billion by 2030, with a 5.38% CAGR, driven by increasing demand for functional foods and health-conscious dietary products.

Ingredion reported a strong Q2 2025 with 13% increase in reported operating income and raised full-year EPS guidance. The company saw growth in its Texture & Healthful Solutions segment and managed challenges in other business segments.

Ingredion reported a strong Q2 2025 with 13% increase in reported operating income, raised full-year EPS guidance, and demonstrated resilience across its business segments despite challenges in some markets.

Ingredion reported a strong Q2 2025 with 13% increase in reported operating income and raised full-year EPS guidance to $11.25-$11.75, driven by growth in texture and healthful solutions segment and strategic operational improvements.

Ingredion reported a 13% increase in Q2 2025 operating income, with adjusted EPS of $2.87. The company saw growth in its Texture & Healthful Solutions segment and raised its full-year guidance, despite challenges in Food & Industrial Ingredients segments.