Candy Companies Gear Up for Sweetest Day of the YearBrach's, The Hershey Co., Mars Inc. and McKee Foods unveil new innovation. Drizly Reveals Top Beverage Trends to WatchHigh-end tequila and nonalcoholic mocktails present divergent interests in the beverage and alcohol spaces. Eight Consumer Insights to Guide Your 2024 Strategy From foodservice to loyalty programs, new opportunities abound. NRF Sees Consumer Spending Slowing Down in 2024 Pandemic savings that boosted spending last year are shrinking and consumer confidence has risen but remains low. Global Chocolate Consumption Holds Steady Mintel: U.S. consumers choose chocolate more often for pleasure than practicality. Driving Incremental Sales With ATM Availability More than half of all ATM users bought at least one product during their visit. Upcoming Beverage Trends Feature Sweet Heat & Indulgence Brand collaborations are also expected to increase in 2024. In Need of a Healthy Makeover? C-stores can do a better job of satisfying the wants of health-conscious shoppers. Three Snacking Trends to Watch in 2024 U.S. Snack Index: Snacking will be centered on the importance of purpose, protein and packing a punch. Nearly 104M Americans Expected to Hit the Road for Holiday Travel This year will likely be the busiest season for travelers since 2019, according to AAA. First Previous 3 4 5 6 7 Next Last