PepsiCo’s snack price cuts may grab headlines, but analysts doubt they’ll meaningfully revive demand in a market shifting toward healthier options. With margins tight and consumers increasingly value driven, rivals may follow, albeit but cautiously.
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.
Operators are gearing up for a high‑stakes Valentine’s weekend as early reservations and shifting consumer behaviors signal strong demand despite economic pressure. Personalization, social listening, and premium takeout emerge as the winning strategies for 2026.
Grocers poised to win in 2026 are doubling down on fresh, using produce and meat as their loyalty engine. As GLP 1–driven habits reshape demand, retailers that simplify health forward choices and elevate fresh assortments stand to capture the biggest gains.
