Confectionery Sales Topped $54B in 2024Consumers continue to leave room in their budgets for treats despite concerns over grocery prices. Five Retail Strategies to Navigate Impact of Tariff TalksNielsenIQ: Businesses should stay attuned to consumer signals. Valentine's Day Spending Breaks New Record Shoppers plan to spend $188.81 on average on the holiday. Number of U.S. Convenience Stores Selling Gas Ticks Up Small operators continue to operate the majority of the channel's overall locations. PLMA Aims to Drive Consumer Trial of Private Label Products The association joins with retailers and manufacturers to celebrate Store Brands Month. Credit Card Fees Could Add $20B-Plus to Holiday Spending Tab Consumers are expected to spend an average of $902 during the November-December holiday season, according to the National Retail Federation. Hispanic Consumers Fuel CPG Growth Circana: The cohort makes up 20% of the U.S. population. Holiday Spending Expected to Reach New Record NRF: Consumers anticipate spending an average of $902 on gifts, food, decorations and other seasonal items. Promotion Inequity Stalls Narrowing of Gender Pay Gap A "broken rung" on the corporate ladder hinders progress at higher levels, a new report reveals. Food Retailers & Manufacturers to Boost Private Brand Investments Growth areas include premium, health and wellbeing, and products boasting simple and clean ingredients. 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last
