Gen Z and Millennials are fueling “Summerween,” sparking early seasonal candy sales and viral Halloween-themed celebrations. Brands tapping into this cultural moment are winning attention with creative campaigns and shareable experiences.
AI is now the sous-chef behind food innovation, reshaping R&D from lab bench to market shelf. As illustrated by this week’s IFT FIRST event in Chicago, platforms like Tastewise are accelerating product timelines, predicting consumer trends, and leveling the playing field for brands big and small.
KFC’s Saucy spinoff flips fast food on its head, making sauce the star with various flavor combos and a vibe-forward experience. Gen Z diners, after all, are chasing chicken these days.
The latest FI Fast Break news podcast notes how Alimentation Couche-Tard rescinded its $46 billion offer to purchase 7-Eleven’s parent.
JBS says its stock could quadruple if markets re-rate it closer to peers like Tyson and Hormel – but a history of scandals still weighs heavily. With ESG scrutiny fading, JBS bets low drama could mean high returns.
The latest FI Fast Break news podcast notes how Alimentation Couche-Tard rescinded its $46 billion offer to purchase 7-Eleven’s parent.
The latest FI Fast Break news podcast touches on projections for an online spending surge during this week’s extended Amazon Prime Day event.
The latest FI Fast Break podcast notes how July brings another round of U.S. minimum wage increases in states such as Alaska.
Nik Modi of RBC Capital Markets breaks down grocery trends and consumer behavior amid inflation, tariffs, and more.
The latest FI Fast Break podcast touches on the latest related to Pres. Trump’s tariff plans, and the outlook for the energy drink market.
The latest FI Fast Break news podcast touches on a recent study that suggests GLP-1 weight-loss drugs alter the “taste perception” of users.
Tibersoft’s Suzanne Cwik details how your organization can harness the three keys to data: speed, efficiency, and precision.
The latest FI Fast Break news podcast touches on how Americans are scaling back on summer travel plans due to economic uncertainty.
The latest FI Fast Break news podcast touches on a new study suggesting that many GLP-1 drug users have reduced their beef intake.
