Gen Z still leans toward national brands, but their attention is drifting as challenger and private label options feel increasingly interchangeable. For food and beverage leaders, the mandate is clear: win relevance, not races to the bottom on price.
Sysco’s $29 billion acquisition of Restaurant Depot is raising red flags among investors, who sent shares tumbling 15% amid concerns over timing, debt, and execution risk. While the deal expands Sysco into the fast-growing cash-and-carry segment, questions remain about whether the move will deliver long-term value.
Soaring gas prices are reshaping grocery behavior, according to a new survey, with most shoppers cutting spending, trading down, and sticking closer to home. Retailers now face mounting pressure to double down on value and private-label products
Delivery robots from Serve and Coco crashed into Chicago bus shelters within hours, highlighting persistent navigation flaws with glass and complex urban environments. Despite mishaps, restaurants still lean on these robots to offset driver shortages as regulators eye closer oversight.
New research suggests that stopping GLP-1 drugs may raise risks of heart attack and stroke, complicating the booming weight loss trend reshaping consumer behavior. As quit rates climb, experts warn that short term use carries long term consequences food businesses can’t afford to ignore.
