Swiss chocolate maker Lindt is expanding into the U.S. , China and Russia . The franc , seen as a safe haven currency , has been appreciating as the almost-three year old financial crisis continues to weigh on countries using the euro . The company said it will open a new factory in New York City this year to produce its popular dark chocolate, which has been sold since 1912 by the Swedish company. Boutiques and coffee shops are central to Lindt 's expansion into emerging markets .
Swiss chocolate maker Lindt is expanding into the U.S. , China and Russia . The company said it will open a new factory in New York City this year to produce its popular dark chocolate, which has been sold since 1912 by the Swedish company. Boutiques and coffee shops are central to Lindt 's expansion into emerging markets .