CPG & FMCG Cadbury launches Dairy Milk &More with new flavours and bigger chunks Cadbury is today (18 March) launching Cadbury Dairy Milk &More, a new addition to the Dairy Milk range. Comprising two new flavours, Cadbury Dairy Milk Nutty Praline Crisp and Cadbury Dairy Milk Caramel Nut Crunch, the bars are available in retailers nationwide from today. The… This story continues at Cadbury launches Dairy Milk &More with […] Talking Retail March 18, 2024March 18, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. DairyMondelezDept. RefrigeratedDept. FreshDept. BeveragePredictions and ForecastsDept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Lean Cuisine lights up freezer aisle with Regina Hall for first campaign in 4 years Made with VML New York, the effort marks a substantial increase in marketing investment for the Nestlé-owned brand. MarketingDive March 18, 2024March 18, 2024 < 1 min read NestleOwned Brands (Private Label)Results & Investment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Circana announces its U.S. CPG Growth Leaders CHICAGO – Circana on Monday announced the leading companies in its latest Growth Leaders rankings. The firm analyzed the growth performance of hundreds of public and private consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies ranging from $100 million to $60 billion in annual sales to develop the rankings. Circana will highlight the drivers of success for these […] MMR March 18, 2024March 18, 2024 2 min read ConsumersDept. BeverageExecutivesCPG: Adult BeverageEconomyCOVID19Technology & InnovationAICoca ColaESG and CSRMarketing: Social MediaSustainability 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG This Year Consider Catering options for your Easter Dinner At the intersection of time starved consumers and family fun at our house Easter was alive with activity both inside and out and always included extended family members the help make that day special. Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® believes that the more time you have to spend with […] Grocerant Guru March 18, 2024March 18, 2024 4 min read Holiday & EventsData & InsightsRestaurantsDept. GroceryBOPISDept. FreshConsumersSustainabilityOperations & Supply ChainPepsiCoPartnershipsDept. BeverageMarketing: In StoreDept. OTCDept. DairyDeliveryUnilever 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Foodservice Solutions® Top Six Reasons Consumer Buy Prepared Meals Consumers are dynamic not static according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. So, the question becomes just why are consumers in 2024 time-starved? Ok, let’s see a few reasons: · Busy Lives: The juggle of work, family, and personal commitments continue to be a major time drain. · Economic Factors: With […] Grocerant Guru March 16, 2024March 16, 2024 3 min read ConsumersDept. GroceryData & InsightsTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Social MediaAIDept. FreshBrick and MortarDept. PerimeterTwitterEconomyDept. Fresh PreparedMeta (Facebook)COVID19DeliveryESG and CSRDept. NonfoodHealth & WellnessInclusivityPredictions and ForecastsPricing & PromotionsRestaurantsShoppersUnilever 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Onken recruits Paddy McGuinness for ad campaign The Onken yogurt brand, part of the Emmi Group, has announced a year-long campaign partnership with TV presenter and comedian Paddy McGuinness to drive awareness and growth of its entire portfolio. The integrated campaign will set out to help the nation make time to ‘feed… This story continues at Onken recruits Paddy McGuinness for ad […] Talking Retail March 15, 2024March 15, 2024 < 1 min read Predictions and ForecastsPartnershipsMarketing: BroadcastDept. Dairy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Empire Bespoke Foods redesigns three of its brands Speciality food importer, distributor and food brand owner Empire Bespoke Foods has rebranded its three of its products. The range includes Goose Fat, Duck Fat and Quail Eggs and the brand redesign brings to life the product’s recipe usages with a ‘perfect for roasties and… This story continues at Empire Bespoke Foods redesigns three of […] Talking Retail March 15, 2024March 15, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. GroceryPredictions and ForecastsDept. Dairy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG New Frozen Treats by OREO for St. Patrick’s Day OREO is ready for St. Patrick’s Day with a frosty surprise. While it won’t be handing out pots of gold, it’s offering a chance to snag some delicious treats. RetailWire March 15, 2024March 15, 2024 < 1 min read Mondelez 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG World of Sweets becomes the UK distributor for US Clif brand World of Sweets is growing its range of healthier snacking products and will become the official UK distributor for Clif products across the UK. World of Sweets will be partnering with the team at Mondelez International to grow the American-born Clif brand, offering retailers their… This story continues at World of Sweets becomes the UK […] Talking Retail March 15, 2024March 15, 2024 < 1 min read International - UKInternationalPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsMondelezDept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Frontier Airlines Offers Upfront Plus Seating With a Guaranteed Middle Seat Frontier Airlines is offering Upfront Plus seating as a new incentive. This upgraded seating option provides passengers extra space and comfort in the first two rows of the aircraft. RetailWire March 14, 2024March 14, 2024 < 1 min read Pricing & PromotionsUnilever 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Family Dollar to close nearly 1,000 stores CHESAPEAKE, Va.— The Family Dollar discount chain said Wednesday that it will close around 1,000 stores. The announcement came as the chain’s parent company, Dollar Tree, announced its fourth-quarter fiscal results for 2023. The chain said it will close 600 locations this year and 370 stores over the next several years as store leases expire. […] MMR March 14, 2024March 14, 2024 3 min read Brick and MortarFamily DollarDollar TreeStore LocationResults & InvestmentConsumersShoppersExecutivesEconomyDept. RefrigeratedGovernmentDollar GeneralPredictions and ForecastsWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Capri-Sun launches first-ever recyclable pouch Capri Sun has announced a first-to-market launch with its redesigned recyclable drink pouches – rolling out across retail, convenience, wholesale and foodservice channels. The 200ml single serve pouches of its two lavours, Orange and Blackcurrant & Apple, will be the first of the Capri-Sun range… This story continues at Capri-Sun launches first-ever recyclable pouch Or […] Talking Retail March 13, 2024March 13, 2024 < 1 min read SustainabilityDept. BeverageKraftHeinzPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Purple, Tempur Sealy Settle Mattress Firm Acquisition Concerns Purple Innovation, Inc., maker of the Purple mattress, and Tempur Sealy International, Inc., have established new partnership parameters amid Tempur Sealy’s planned acquisition of Mattress Firm. The companies also have “amicably resolved” their “various intellectual property disputes,” according to a Purple press release. Tempur Sealy initially announced its plans to acquire Mattress Firm in May […] Retail TouchPoints March 13, 2024March 13, 2024 2 min read AcquisitionPartnershipsTechnology & InnovationPress ReleaseMarketing: Social MediaConsumersInternationalMergersResults & InvestmentMarketing: In StoreStrategyGovernmentPredictions and ForecastsOperations & Supply ChainExecutivesBrick and MortarUnilever 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Affordable Last Mile Groceries Delivery with Buncha’s Bharat Pulgam The CPG Guys are joined in this episodee by Bharat Pulgam, Founder & CEO of Buncha, a last-mile technology company that uses W2 shoppers and refrigerated vehiclesto provide best in class service. With a unique batching system, Buncha is able to work with retailers to maximize deliveries in a reliable and efficient manner. What sets […] The CPG Guys March 13, 2024March 13, 2024 2 min read DeliveryMarketing: Social MediaPodcastsShoppersDept. RefrigeratedTechnology & InnovationAssociatesCustomer ExperienceConsumersDept. FuelCOVID19MerchandisingPartnershipsPredictions and ForecastsResults & InvestmentSponsoredSustainabilityExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Hand Held Food for Immediate Consumption Will Drive Casey’s General Stores Growth At the intersection of consumers trends, pizza delivery success, and branded line extensions Casey’s General Stores have added new hand-held food menu items for immediate consumption is a perfect fit Edifying its consumer focused grocerant niche Ready-2-Eat and Heat-N-Eat fresh prepared menu in the minds-eye of the consumer, according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® […] Grocerant Guru March 13, 2024March 13, 2024 3 min read Dept. GroceryCasey's General StoresDept. Fresh PreparedConsumersData & InsightsBrick and MortarDept. BakeryDept. FreshPackagingPredictions and ForecastsShoppersDept. BeverageDept. DairyRestaurantsPartnershipsDeliveryOperations & Supply ChainExecutivesDept. PerimeterDept. FuelSustainabilityAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Little Caesars Releases New Handheld Pizza Innovation Crazy Puffs Little Caesars is shaking up the handheld snack game with the debut of Crazy Puffs. These bite-sized pockets pack all the deliciousness of a classic pizza into a convenient, flaky crust, making them the ultimate grab-and-go option for any occasion. RetailWire March 13, 2024March 13, 2024 < 1 min read Procter & GambleTechnology & InnovationDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Heinz serves up gravy ‘hot takes’ to boost condiment beyond the holidays Part of the “It Has to be Heinz” platform, the effort leverages the brand’s icon status to encourage consumers to use gravy how they use ketchup. MarketingDive March 13, 2024March 13, 2024 < 1 min read KraftHeinzHoliday & EventsConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Kroger/Albertsons vs. FTC Court Case Scheduled For Late August Mark your calendars. Set your alarm. August 26, 2024, has been set foe the beginning of the trial that will determine whether the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will be able to block Kroger’s $24.6 acquisition of Albertsons. The trial will take place in the Us District Court in Portland, Oregon, and is expected to last […] MorningNewsBeat March 12, 2024March 12, 2024 2 min read Albertsons / SafewayRegional GroceryKrogerGovernmentBrick and MortarAssociatesConsumersAcquisitionPredictions and ForecastsCostcoDivestituresC&S Wholesale GrocersAmazonWalmartHoliday & EventsMergersPiggly WigglyUnilever 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG PepsiCo releases a new spicy trio PepsiCo has launched a new Extra Flamin’ Hot range for its Doritos, Walkers Max and Wotsits Crunchy ranges. PepsiCo is tapping into the UK’s love of spice with the brand reporting that 51% of consumers say they love spicy food and the UK’s desire for… This story continues at PepsiCo releases a new spicy trio […] Talking Retail March 12, 2024March 12, 2024 < 1 min read PepsiCoInternational - UKConsumersPredictions and ForecastsDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Lunchables Dunkables pits AI against kids’ imaginations “A.I. versus K.I.” includes pop-up museum exhibits and touts the creativity of children over AI when crafting Dunkables-themed artwork. MarketingDive March 12, 2024March 12, 2024 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationAIKraftHeinzPop Ups 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Why Minute Maid Zero Sugar hired Jon Hamm to pitch juice that ‘Sells Itself’ Studio X, the execution arm of WPP’s bespoke Open X unit for Coca-Cola, spearheaded the brand’s first global campaign. MarketingDive March 11, 2024March 11, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. BeverageCoca ColaAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Ad tech, agency firms continue to prop up MFAs despite crackdown pledges New Adalytics research paints a damning picture as marketers like P&G and Mondelez continue to unwittingly waste dollars on click-bait sites. MarketingDive March 11, 2024March 11, 2024 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationSustainabilityMondelezDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Kids Like to Go Out to Eat ask Chuck E. Cheese Don’t want to cook, don’t want to do dishes, well according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® your kids don’t want you hear you complain about cooking dinner either. Chuck E. Cheese has a new program for that has a great chance to make the entire family happy according […] Grocerant Guru March 11, 2024March 14, 2024 3 min read Dept. GroceryDept. DairyData & InsightsRestaurantsMarketing: Social MediaPricing & PromotionsDept. Toys & GamesDept. NonfoodGamingTwitterMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: TradeESG and CSRDept. FreshMeta (Facebook)Predictions and ForecastsSustainabilityConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Behind the Focus Group Glass I’ve always been fascinated with how marketing teams make decisions, particularly how they try to tap into consumer insights. Any form of consumer research is an inexact science. Focus group glass can distort insights like a fun house mirror. It can easily be shaped by the team’s own biases and politics. Quotes can be cherry-picked […] Tom Fishburne March 10, 2024March 10, 2024 3 min read Fun & HumorThick DataConsumersData & InsightsSponsoredTechnology & InnovationExecutivesPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsGovernmentGoogleGeneral MillsDept. HBCBig Data 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Here’s How Panda Express NRG Partnership Can Drive Interactive Participatory Customer Engagement Panda Express excels at customer focused interactive participatory engagement and it is one of their success clues that they continually build upon according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. The Panda Express and NRG partnership will drive interactive and participatory customer trials according to Johnson. The collaboration offers several […] Grocerant Guru March 9, 2024March 9, 2024 3 min read Data & InsightsPartnershipsDept. GroceryShoppersGamingESG and CSRMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: TradeMarketing: In StorePricing & PromotionsOwned Brands (Private Label)PepsiCoSustainabilityTechnology & InnovationDept. FreshTikTok 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Häagen-Dazs Celebrates Trailblazing Women With The Rose Project In an ode to the unsung heroes of our time, Häagen-Dazs proudly unveils The Rose Project’s latest champions. These exceptional women, dubbed the “Women Who Don’t Hold Back,” are paving the way for a brighter future. And now, the search for the next wave of inspirational figures begins, as nominations open for The Rose Project […] RetailWire March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 < 1 min read NestlePredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG There Goes the Sun: Warby Parker Offers Free Glasses to Safely View Upcoming Solar Eclipse The Great North American Solar Eclipse on April 8 will be the last total solar eclipse (when the moon comes between us and the sun) that’s visible from the contiguous U.S. for the next 20 years. Warby Parker is trying to help more people view it safely by offering free ISO-certified solar eclipse glasses at […] Retail TouchPoints March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 < 1 min read Mars Inc.Warby ParkerPredictions and ForecastsPricing & PromotionsMarketing: Social MediaBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Circana report: private brands surge amidst inflation CHICAGO—Private brands have experienced growth in the face of inflation, according to a new report from Circana, with sales surpassing $217 billion. The report, “CPG Private Brands Update,” provides an update on the store brand landscape, and identifies retailer opportunities to increase demand for their own brand and private brand offerings. “Private brands are increasingly […] MMR March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 2 min read Owned Brands (Private Label)ConsumersDept. BeverageEconomyDept. GroceryShoppersPredictions and ForecastsDept. RefrigeratedData & InsightsDept. HBCMerchandisingDept. Center StoreDept. AppliancesPackagingDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Dairy market research identifies cheese as an industry leader “All dairy dollar investments are moving into the cheese landscape,” Lucas Fuess, senior dairy analyst at Rabobank. SMP Dairy March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. DairyDept. RefrigeratedDept. FreshTechnology & InnovationPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Cheese Recall Linked to Listeria Outbreak A renowned cheese producer, Sargento Foods from Wisconsin, is facing repercussions from recalls connected to Rizo-López Foods, a dairy company in California, due to a lethal listeria outbreak. RetailWire March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. DairyDept. RefrigeratedDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Court sets late August start date for hearing on Kroger-Albertsons merger A federal judge in Oregon will decide during the proceeding whether to grant the FTC’s request to block the transaction. Written by Grocery Dive March 12, 2024March 14, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Kids Like to Go Out to Eat ask Chuck E. Cheese Don’t want to cook, don’t want to do dishes, well according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® your kids don’t want you hear you complain about cooking dinner either. Chuck E. Cheese has a new program for that has a great chance to make the entire family happy according […] Written by Grocerant Guru March 11, 2024March 14, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Publix reports 49% growth in net earnings in FY23 US supermarket chain Publix has reported net earnings of $4.3bn in FY23, marking a 49% increase from FY22’s $2.9bn. The post Publix reports 49% growth in net earnings in FY23 appeared first on Retail Insight Network. Written by Retail Insights Network March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Target Q4 2023 Earnings Recap Target reported Q4 and 2023 financial results at its annual investor day on March 5, 2024. Quarterly comp performance improved sequentially from Q2 to Q4, but 2023 ended with comps down -3.7%. Profitability outperformed expectations as the company realized $2B of operating income growth in 2023 and reported notable gross margin improvements. The stock was […] Written by The Harvest Group March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Kroger Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2023 Results, Announces Guidance for 2024 Comments from Chairman and CEO Rodney McMullen. "Kroger achieved strong 2023 results, in line with our long-term growth model and built upon three consecutive years of historic growth. Written by Kroger March 7, 2024March 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked