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The Unstoppable Rise of Shrinkflation

Shrinkflation, the practice of reducing product sizes while maintaining prices, has become a common cost-management strategy for manufacturers amid rising costs. Experts predict the tactic is here to stay, for multiple reasons.

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Spilling the Beans on America’s Latest Nutrition Obsession

Beans have gained popularity as a cost-effective, nutrient-dense option, supporting gut health and reducing risks of obesity, colon cancer, and cardiovascular disease. Some feel beans are poised to become a staple alternative to meat for many Americans.

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3 Key Takeaways From the 2024 Private Label Trade Show

The 2024 PLMA Trade Show showcased private label’s ascent, with U.S. store brand sales projected to surpass $250 billion this year. Trends like globally inspired dips and coffeehouse-style beverages at home captured consumer interest.

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Balancing Legacy and Innovation at Del Monte

Del Monte chief communications and technical development officer Bibie Wu shares how to respect the past while looking to the future.

Coffee omakase, multiple coffee cups with myriad drinks

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Coffee Omakase, Flights Capture Consumer Interest

A recent Trend Tracker report from Yelp found that “coffee omakase” enjoyed a shocking 5,173% rise in searches between Sept. ’23-’24. What’s behind this surge in interest?

Cava’s Secret Sauce: The QSR Is So Hot Right Now

Cava meal with Bowl, Pita Chip, and Drink

Thanksgiving 2024: Surveys Suggest Consumers Will Feast Frugally

Is Yogurt Losing its Luster? Campbell’s Sale of Noosa a Call for Brands to Evolve

What’s Up with Airline Food? Shake Shack, Delta Partner on Burgers in the Sky

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FI Studios: Why Businesses Must Adapt to Succeed – Or Else

With the economic landscape constantly evolving and more companies going bankrupt than ever before, it’s clear that people in business need to rethink their strategy. Gary Shapiro’s advice? Stay alert, and be prepared to make ...

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FI Spotlight: This Might Be The Best Latin Seasoning on Store Shelves

FI News Review (November 15, 2024) – Takeout Buyout: Wonder Acquires Grubhub

Exploring the Transformation and Future Trends in C-Store Foodservice

FI Spotlight: Reinventing a CPG Brand: Here’s What Happened

News Roundup (November 8, 2024): The Hottest Topics in the Food Industry Right Now

Why End-to-End Solutions are Key for C-Store Success

FI Spotlight – Soil vs Hydroponics: What’s the Best Way to Grow Microgreens

News Roundup (November 1, 2024): Who’s Been Eating 80,000 Uncrustables?

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Events

Dec

What’s Ahead in 2025? (Webinar)

Dec

The Power of Private Label: How Store Brands are Transforming Food Retail (Webinar)

Oct

Data-Driven Dining: Restaurant Insights for 2025 (Webinar)

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FI Report November 2024