All Shopper trends articles – Page 8
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Analysis & FeaturesExclusive data: GLP-1’s impact on UK food and drink consumption
So far, many food and drink businesses have been sceptical that weight-loss drugs will have any major impact on them. But new studies show the opposite is true
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NewsBRC blames ballooning bills for poor May footfall
The BRC has blamed high household bills for May’s “disappointing” footfall figures, as consumers proved reluctant shoppers despite the warmest start to May on record
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Comment & OpinionJolly Rancher warning: why food safety should be a priority
Retailers hoping to cash in on the latest viral confectionery trends should take this week’s headlines about illegal candy imports as a warning
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NewsPepsiCo partners with Squid Game on ‘Flamin’ Hot or Not?’ packs
One in four crisps in each limited-edition pack is extra spicy
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Category ReportOwn label shines: trends in own label 2025
Private label is grocery’s star performer, winning value share from brands thanks to exclusive and premium lines
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Category ReportSink or swim? Trends in oils 2025
Brits have scratched olive oil off their shopping lists and switched to cheaper cooking oils as prices have hit record highs. Now they’re levelling off, how can retailers and suppliers tempt shoppers back?
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Category ReportWhy rice is on a roll: trends in rice, noodles & pulses 2025
Sales of rice & pulses are booming, as is the hype on TikTok about them being the ultimate low-cost carb. But is price the only factor?
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NewsDentsu adds eye-tracking insights to retail media planning tools
The move marks ‘a pivotal shift in how brands engage with consumers’ Dentsu said
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Category ReportThe buzz about butter: trends in spreads 2025
Heritage and flavoured butter lines are reaping rewards as shoppers turn to them for a treat – and they’re willing to pay premium prices
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Comment & OpinionWhat’s the deal with Subway’s jacket potato trial?
The classic jacket potato is a staple of classic British café culture. And as of this week, it’ll be a staple on the extended menu of US sandwich chain Subway too
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NewsWhite chocolate Maltesers return to shelves after 11-year hiatus
The treats were discontinued in 2014
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NewsKenco jumps on Dubai chocolate trend with pistachio and chocolate latte launch
The coffee supplier is looking to tap into one of the hottest grocery trends of 2025
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NewsMorrisons adds 370 products in major world foods shake-up
Morrisons used More Card and regional data to tailor its world food range to each store’s local community
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Category ReportRolling in the dough: trends in bread & baked goods 2025
Sourdough is a proven money spinner. With sales rising fast, big brands are having another stab at the market. Can they earn a crust this time around?
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NewsWeightWatchers files for bankruptcy amid GLP-1 drug boom
WeightWatchers said it was navigating a ‘rapidly evolving weight management landscape’
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Comment & OpinionCan Monkey mascot provide a pick-me-up for sales of PG Tips?
PG Tips has brought back its famous knitted mascot less than a year after his retirement. Will the move revive the brand’s fortunes?
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NewsJimmy’s Iced Coffee launches limited-edition Donut flavour
The launch will be backed by PoS and a nationwide sampling campaign
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Comment & OpinionIs UPF opposition just plant-based scaremongering?
Ultra-processed food is a real concern but the answer isn’t to vilify innovation, says Alex Robinson, Hubbub CEO
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NewsTootoomoo debuts pan-Asian food-to-go range in Sainsbury’s
All products are included in Sainsbury’s’ premium £5 meal deal
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NewsDash distances itself from growing functional soft drinks trend
Functional beverages grew sales by over 30% in 2024, according to Mintel and Kantar