In this week’s food industry news in 3 minutes, we examine how GLP-1 weight-loss drugs are reshaping consumer habits in rather unique ways heading into 2026.
In other food and beverage industry news, a projected 183.4 million Americans plan to shop between Thanksgiving Day and Cyber Monday, up roughly 3 million from 2024. “As a record number of shoppers are expected this Thanksgiving weekend, retailers are prepared to meet the needs of consumers with great value and convenience,” said Katherine Cullen, NRF VP of industry and consumer insights. Full Story
And finally, at the recent Global Restaurant Leadership Conference, one sentiment was nearly unanimous: International expansion isn’t a get-rich-quick scheme. Leaders said that, while expansion strategies differ from brand to brand, investment and patience are required for long-term success, reported Restaurant Business. Full Story
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