Food makers are bracing for another wave of inflation as tariffs, supply disruptions, and ingredient shortages push companies like McCormick, Hershey, and Conagra to raise prices. Executives warn this is only the opening act, with broader increases likely as cost pressures ripple through the industry.
Spring and summer 2026 will push retailers toward fresher, simpler, and more functional foods as GLP 1 users reshape perimeter shopping. Rising demand for high protein and convenience driven products is setting the pace for innovation.
Luxury grocers are booming by selling “affordable luxuries” to affluent and younger consumers who treat premium food as identity and experience. The longevity of these high-end retailers hinges on delivering meaningful experiences.
Super Bowl 60’s priciest ads spotlighted food delivery and beverage giants leveraging celebrity power, light-hearted humor, and emotional storytelling. Budweiser’s patriotic Clydesdale and eagle spot emerged as the industry’s breakout winner among brand strategists.
