General Mills faces mounting challenges such as market volatility and cautious consumer behavior, as tariff pressures also begin to weigh on its performance. It begs the question: Can legacy brands reclaim their once-unshakable dominance?
The spicy flavor trend is setting the F&B world ablaze, with bold innovations such as hot honey sausage for pizzas and chili-infused ice cream captivating adventurous consumers. These days, the innovation even extends into drink aisles.
The battle between private label and name brands has taken a new form as analysts portend a stagnating global own brand market. The path ahead relies on innovation and retail portfolio synergy, NIQ noted.
In 2025, consumers will redefine “value,” prioritizing brands that align with their personal values, according to Acosta Group. Retailers must embrace this shift by enhancing experiences through personalized retail media, leveraging social commerce, and addressing health-conscious demands with transparency.
Roughly 86% of shoppers report consumer frustration when shopping for groceries. A new report sheds light on the woes that plague the shopper journey, while also offering advice to manufacturers and retailers looking to retain their consumer base.
The latest Fast Break news podcast touches on PepsiCo’s acquisition of a Mexican-American brand and what that says about consumer demand.
The latest Food Institute Fast Break news podcast touches on the surge in interest regarding specialty coffee.
The latest Food Institute Fast Break news podcast touches on fallout from the headline-grabbing Boar’s Head recall.
The latest FI Fast Break news podcast touches on McDonald’s increasing shift into automation at cash registers.
The latest Food Institute Fast Break news podcast touches on the growing threat of African Swine Fever overseas.
A new PYMNTS survey found roughly 40% of shoppers are “click-and-mortar” fans, either using their devices while shopping or ordering online and then picking up their purchases.
All of a sudden, $5 value meals are everywhere, from fast-food chains to major retailers. Industry insiders say the deals are simply a short-term solution, however.
The latest Food Institute news podcast looks at AI’s potential impact on labor, based off a recent university study.
The latest FI news podcast touches on big changes occurring throughout the alcohol industry, as consumer habits evolve.
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on the controversial “soup and shake diet.”
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on the uptick in alcohol purchases by consumers of late.
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on shrimp’s increasing value for restaurant chains.
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on the growing popularity of Asian food items like wagyu beef in America.
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on the trend of nostalgic breakfast products from brands like Lucky Charms.
The latest FI news podcast touches on the latest in restaurant unionization efforts, along with a very innovative cultivated meat product.
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on Amazon’s recent announcement of layoffs and its concerns in general.
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on easing egg prices, and Gen Z’s penchant for spending despite inflation.
The latest FI news podcast notes that major restaurant chains are reducing menu options to prepare for tough financial times.
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on modern consumers’ increasing focus on value and affordability.
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on the projected growth of the low-alcohol and alcohol-free category.
The latest Food Institute weekly news podcast touches on the demise of the supermarket advertising circular.
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on a new poll revealing consumers’ favorite supermarket chains.
Mondelēz’s latest State of Snacking report reveals that a majority of consumers continue to prioritize snacking, even amid rising prices.
It’s been a year of shifting priorities as inflation firmly holds its grip on the US economy. For those in the food industry, it’s a battle over managing prices while facing limited supplies and labor. …
As inflation continues, consumers are responding by shopping value channels more and buying fewer premium meals and snacks, according to IRI.
Consumers are looking to create entertaining experiences at home, and retailers should emphasize premium alcohol products as a result, IRI says.
Tea-infused cocktails are the latest drink trend on TikTok, signaling that healthy, affordable beverages resonate with consumers.
Here are trending economic and food industry data points, as well as major economic and company earnings releases for the coming week: higher inflation and COVID-19 infection rates, public health policy changes, vaccine passport, the …
Here are trending economic and food industry data points, as well as major economic and company earnings releases for the coming week: grocery inflation, menu price hikes, cost saving ideas, and more. Don’t be surprised …
Like the Millennials before them, the buying habits of Generation Z (defined broadly as those born between the mid-to-late 1990s and the early 2010s) are coming into focus for food industry manufacturers, retailers, and marketers. …
This week, in The Food Institute’s quick-hitting, audio news podcast, we break down the latest innovations in plant-based protein, a predicted slump for delivery apps, millennials’ favorite brands, and more. To listen, click the play/arrow button …
