Category: Industry Trends

Black History Month

How Retailers’ Diversity Pledges Are Supporting Black-Owned Businesses

Learn what these U.K. and U.S. retailers are doing for their employees, customers, and communities during Black History Month and beyond.

/ February 10, 2022
Valentine's Day Trends

Cupid’s Arrow Shoots for Improved Valentine’s Day Sales This Season

Valentine’s Day is about expressing love, friendship, and gratitude, making it a day for consumers to shop for others and even themselves.

/ February 1, 2022
Men's Beauty Care

The Men’s Beauty Care Market is Groomed for a Successful Future

Male consumers are starting to buy more beauty products. See how this increased interest in how they look and feel is shifting the market.

/ January 27, 2022
Vegan Society

Defining The Difference Between Vegan and Plant-Based

The terms "vegan" and "plant-based" have recently seen a rise in popularity. So, what do these terms actually mean and how do they differ?

/ January 25, 2022
GM Trends

General Merchandise Does Well With Consumers Adopting New Habits

Electronics, homeware, workout gear, and pet toys all have seen surges as consumers gained new interests and hobbies throughout the pandemic.

/ January 13, 2022
Healthy Snacking

Healthy and Delicious: Consumers Have High Demands for Today’s Snacks

Snackers want more than just healthy ingredients, they want to support sustainable brands. See why upcycling is both a trend and a necessity.

/ January 4, 2022
Plant-Based CHOCOLATE

Plant-Based Chocolate Proves to Be Worth the Buzz

Vegan options keep getting sweeter. Learn why plant-based is the new buzzy catchphrase being applied to everything from burgers to chocolate.

/ December 30, 2021
Alcohol Trends

Drinking Habits in the U.S., U.K., and New Zealand

See why consumers in the U.S, U.K., and New Zealand have recently reached for premium alcohol beverages including spirits and high-end wine.

/ December 22, 2021
2022 Trends

10 Retail and CPG Trends to Watch In 2022

Discover the top predictions of 2022 trends that will influence the consumer packaged goods (CPG) and retail industry around the world.

/ December 20, 2021

How the Supply Chain Disruption Is Sparking Holiday Risk & Resilience

Supply chain disruption is retail’s most urgent priority right now since the holidays are coming up fast and product supply remains slow.

/ December 16, 2021