The Well Network hosts Summit West at the Bowers Museum during Natural Products Expo West, convening 300+ CPG founders, investors, and operators for a full day of insights on financing, DTC growth, retail expansion, and regulatory risk shaping the consumer economy.
New global data shows whole‑food, plant‑based diets consistently cut grocery costs, challenging long‑held perceptions of premium pricing. The findings open fresh opportunities for food companies and operators to reprice, reposition, and profit from affordable plant‑forward offerings.
Restaurant operators remain mostly upbeat despite softer consumer spending, doubling down on experience and targeted marketing to stay competitive. But with price sensitivity rising, diners are demanding value, consistency and richer engagement before they choose where to eat.
Shoppers convinced inflation is spiraling are flocking to value-driven grocers, supercharging private label growth and digital deal hunting. Walmart is capitalizing on the shift, posting record penetration and momentum that’s redefining the competitive grocery landscape.
Suzanne Cwik of Tibersoft and Eric Anderson of Conagra help break down data best practices to develop a foodservice marketing engine.
The 2026 Dietary Guidelines are reshaping the food and beverage industry. Learn how they may impact reformulation, innovation, pricing, and consumer demand.
Suzanne Cwik of Tibersoft and Eric Anderson of Conagra help break down data best practices to develop a foodservice marketing engine.
The latest FI Fast Break news podcast touches on the fact the U.S. sugar industry could soon be impacted by regulatory changes connected to stricter dietary guidelines.
William Grand, NutriFusion founder & CEO, examines the growing health crisis tied to ultra-processed foods—and what it will take to fix it.
The latest FI Fast Break news podcast touches on the latest in LTOs and menu innovations for fast-food operators.
Nik Modi of RBC Capital Markets discusses the impacts of GLP-1s, price cuts, agentic commerce, and more on the food and beverage sector.
The latest FI Fast Break news podcast touches on restaurants’ plans for a high-stakes Valentine’s weekend.
The latest FI Fast Break news podcast notes how AI-powered shelf intelligence is becoming grocers’ secret weapon ahead of events like Super Bowl Sunday and Valentine’s Day.
Marie Molde explores how health and wellness trends are reshaping the food and beverage industry heading into 2026.
The latest FI Fast Break news podcast notes how 18 states are moving to restrict SNAP purchases – which is likely to result in a complex undertaking for grocers.
