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Circana research shows traditional Thanksgiving buying with emphasis on deals

- General News
The week prior to and the week of Thanksgiving are critical sales drivers, although consumers also shop early for spot deals.

Study shows fresh foods are key to grocers’ growth

- General News
Although price remains consumers' top consideration when it comes to fresh food, information related to supply chain and sustainability present other opportunities for growth.

New study explores consumer food curiosity

- General News
Produce marketers: Keep it simple. The overwhelming majority of trendsetting food consumers are most interested in discovering recipes that can be prepped in less than 30 minutes.

Dunnhumby study finds 36% of U.S. families skipped meals due to finances

- General News
Thirty-six percent of U.S. families have skipped meals due to financial reasons in the last year according to the fourth wave of the dunnhumby Consumer Trends Tracker (CTT) released today.

Aldi releases 2023 fan favorite products

- Retail
For the 5th year, ALDI, one of America's fastest-growing grocers, released its annual Fan Favorites survey and asked customers to share which products hold the top spot in their hearts and carts.

Survey shows consumers fear recession, yet remain optimistic about finances

- General News
Many consumers are in a financial conundrum. The latest TransUnion Consumer Pulse study found that 44% of Americans believe the U.S. economy is in a recession or will be by the end of June. Three in four consumers (75%) believe a recession will occur by the end of 2023.

FMI: Grocery shoppers expand perception of value beyond price

- General News
The latest survey of grocery shoppers by FMI – The Food Industry Association for its U.S. Grocery Shopping Trends 2023 series, reveals that the meaning of “good value” is becoming more complex as consumers navigate grocery aisles.

Grocery shopper trends report shows price concerns lessening

- General News
A survey of grocery shoppers’ spending habits and attitudes by FMI – The Food Industry Association, conducted by The Hartman Group, reveals that while U.S. shoppers remain concerned about rising food prices, consumers are less likely to cut back on the number of items they purchase.

FMI’s Power of Produce 2023 explores changing buying habits

- General News
FMI – The Food Industry Association today released the Power of Produce 2023 report at the Southeast Produce Council’s annual Southern Exposure event, revealing produce department sales grew 4.8% to $74.5 billion in 2022 even as inflation increased the price of fruits and vegetables.

Report shows grocery shoppers will switch brands for coupons or discounts

- General News
Inmar Intelligence, a leading data platform company, recently released its 2023 Spring Trends Guide, which shows that incentives — along with a supporting omnichannel media strategy — will be crucial to success for brands that want to win shopper dollars this spring.