20.02.2026 10:53
Marasu's Petit Fours, a chocolate manufacturer operating in the United Kingdom for about 40 years, has entered bankruptcy proceedings due to rising costs and declining demand.
UK-based chocolate manufacturer Marasu's Petit Fours has initiated bankruptcy proceedings due to financial issues after many years of operating in the industry.
FACING SERIOUS FINANCIAL DIFFICULTIES
The company announced that it faced serious financial difficulties due to rising production costs and declining sales volume, struggling to continue its operations in the London chocolate market where its headquarters is located.
THE COMPANY'S FINANCIAL STRUCTURE HAS BEEN STRESSED
Founded in the 1980s and producing for prestigious retailers such as Fortnum & Mason, Selfridges, and Harrods, Marasu's Petit Fours was considered a significant player in the luxury chocolate segment for many years. However, recent increases in raw material costs and a slowdown in demand have stressed the company's financial structure.
THE RISE IN COCOA PRICES PLAYED A ROLE
Industry sources reported that the rise in global cocoa prices and decreasing consumer demand played a decisive role in the bankruptcy decision. While the future of the company, known as a well-established name in the UK chocolate market, remains uncertain, industry representatives indicate that this development could have broader effects in the premium food market.