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Wegmans doesn’t want its employees (or its customers for that matter) to miss what will be the last total solar eclipse visible from North America for 20 years. The supermarket retailer will close 48 stores in upstate New York and Pennsylvania that are located in the “path of totality” from 3 to 3:30 p.m. ET […]
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Mars Wrigley has launched a major new European-wide campaign for its Snickers brand starring footballers Bukayo Saka and Luka Modrić. The “Snickers Own Goal” campaign features a TV ad designed “to help football fans steer clear of embarrassing ‘own goals.’” Set in a barbershop, the… This story continues at Saka and Modrić star in new […]
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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 […]
  1. CPG: Food
Mars Chocolate Drinks & Treats has announced the launch of Twix Secret Centre Biscuits. Combining biscuit, chocolate and caramel, these new treats bring all the DNA of Twix to a new format within the Special Treats Biscuit category. Special Treats are growing by 16% year… This story continues at New Twix Secret Centre Biscuits Or […]
  1. Trends & External Forces
Got the following email following up on the food safety stories on which we have been focusing: As the parent of a child with a food allergy, I can attest to the frustration and confusion that comes with navigating allergen statements, let alone cross contamination in a restaurant.  Our child is allergic to three tree […]
  1. Technology & Innovation
Freedompay reports that its commerce platform is now available to all merchants in Spain. This comes as the FinTech firm secures an integrated certification from Redsys, a Spanish payments processing provider. “The needs of merchants and consumers are constantly changing and FreedomPay is always looking to stay at the forefront with solutions that respond to […]
  1. International
Gibson, the iconic global instrument brand, will open a new Gibson Garage flagship store in historic London, just off Oxford Street, on February 24, 2024. It will be the second store of its kind, with the first stationed in Nashville, Tenn. Gibson Garage is designed to be the “ultimate guitar experience and destination” for music lovers. The UK […]
  1. Media & Marketing
Based on the business press, you might believe that subscription services are booming. And, for many subscription services, there is an upward trend. Netflix is doing well. Amazon Prime is doing well. But, according to The Wall Street Journal, subscription clothing brand-business, Stitch Fix is having difficulties. Modern Retail points out that Stitch Fix’ 2023 […]
  1. Holiday & Events
Retail and economic experts who wondered how long consumers’ resiliency could last in the fourth quarter of a year marked by dwindling savings and stubbornly high prices got their answer in December. Online sales for the month increased by 11 percent over December 2022, according to Signifyd Holiday Season Pulse Tracker, to cap off a […]
  1. Department & Category
  Thinking about customers differently will matter more in 2024.  It’s at the intersection of time starved consumers and the lack of cooking skill-set that is driving increased demand for convenient meal solutions according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Johnson first revealed the trend of mini-meal and snacking when […]
  1. Media & Marketing
Is it just me, or is advertising getting weirder? There was a time not long ago when brands and ad agencies would talk about the big idea and the importance of telling a compelling story. But these days, with TikTok dominating the social media landscape, it seems like big ideas are being traded in for […]
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  At the intersection of What’s for Dinner, and I’m hungry now, are what were once referred to as snacks. Today according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® “Gen Z and Millennials disregard the idea of three meal periods and instead opt for ‘convenient meals.  Johnson insists that one company […]
  1. Data & Insights
It’s our annual OMNIES Awards episode! Emcees:Andrea K. LeighMelissa BurdickBryan GildenbergSri RajagopalanPeter V.S. BondLiz Buchanan – NielsenIQ President, North AmericaMarta Bowles – NielsenIQ Chief Marketing Officer Awards & Winners: Best eCommerce Retailer or Marketplace: Kroger Best Omnichannel Retailer or Marketplace: Target Best Retail Site Functionality: Sephora Best Retail Mobile App: Amazon Best Retailer for Supplier […]
  1. Shopper & Customer
CHICAGO — Mars Snacking, a global leader in the treats and snacks category, announced today a new collaboration with Uber and SKITTLES , with a new brand campaign launching across Uber and Uber Eats. The new collaboration, a first of its kind for Mars, delivers a sweet new experience for hungry Uber Rides and Eats consumers. The new […]
  1. Technology & Innovation
It’s Friday, the weekend is almost upon us, so let’s kick back and reflect on another eventful week for the retail systems space. Here’s your briefing on the most important stories from the past five days, including Walmart, Mars Wrigley, Zippin, Amazon, Tesco, and dunnhumby. 1. Blue Yonder announces intent to acquire first and last […]
  1. Media & Marketing
First Class Vending, in collaboration with Mars Wrigley and Aramark, has opened an unattended Frictionless Market at the University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV). Powered by Zippin’s platform, this lets customers grab items, and exit, eliminating the need for traditional checkouts. “We are excited to introduce the Frictionless Market to the UNLV community,” says Matthew […]
  1. Channel: Convenience
    [[“value”:” Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. is looking to sell 68 U.S. Circle K convenience stores, reports Petrol Plaza. NRC Realty & Capital Advisors will assist with the sale, marking the third time in three years the Chicago firm has worked with Alimentation Couche-Tard to sell Circle K stores. The stores are located in […]
  1. Media & Marketing
Securing product placement in movies and TV shows is a complex endeavor that involves close collaboration with many different people, such as producers, directors, prop masters, set directors, stylists, make-up artists, and marketing teams. The process can be quite challenging due to the highly competitive nature of Hollywood productions.  Numerous factors come into play when […]
  1. Department & Category
U.S. packaged food companies are gearing up for a wave of acquisitions to restructure their brand portfolios as pandemic-driven growth slows and the impact of price hikes levels off. Last month, Campbell Soup acquired Sovos Brands for $2.7 billion, while Unilever purchased premium frozen yogurt brand Yasso and Mars, the maker of Snickers, acquired Kevin’s…
  1. Holiday & Events
Mars Wrigley has unveiled its 2023 Christmas collection, featuring a mix of new lines plus the return of favourites, all hitting shelves from September. The festive range of NPD from Mars Wrigley sees the introduction of a Maltesers Christmas Mix for the sharing occasion. This Christmas will also see the return of its popular Celebrations […]
  1. Partnerships & Alt Profit
In the ‘Insight to Impact with Mintel Consulting’ series, thought leaders on our Marketing Intelligence team expand on research and insights identified in Mintel Comperemedia research. Today’s article is inspired by the co-branded credit card space (client link only) and how brand partnerships permeate other industries, such as drinks, beauty, and others. Think about the […]
  1. Technology & Innovation
Simbe, which leverages AI and robotics to provide retailers with real-time insights into inventory and operations, has announced a Series B equity financing round of $28 million, led by Eclipse. “We’re honoured to be supported by an investor like Eclipse, with a team that recognises technology’s incredible potential to significantly enhance retail operations, as well […]
  1. Trends & External Forces
by Kevin Coupe This morning’s Eye-Opener isn’t really about your business.  It actually is about my business.  (Not MNB, but rather the broader media world.)  But I think it teaches us several lessons – good and bad -about how to approach evolution in an entrenched business model, and how to talk about it. First, the […]
  1. Shopper & Customer
School is out, families are on planning for vacation, the weather is good with outside activities garnering more and more time and attention.  All that means is consumers are looking of meal substitutes, meal replacements, and an excuse to eat all the fun stuff of summer.  Restaurants, service deli’s, conveniences store’s all want to fill […]
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Shoptalk always brings the best and brightest minds of the industry together for four days packed with insights, networking opportunities, trend predictions and so much more. This year, the spring event in Las Vegas was no exception. But like many other major industry events, Shoptalk can feel like you’re sprinting a marathon — there’s so […]
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Amid faltering demand for shoes and clothing as well as slipping digital sales, Nike Inc. said last week that it will bank a lot more on the thing it has spent the past several years turning away from: other retailers. Executives discussed those plans on Nike’s earnings call, during which it announced that while fiscal […]
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The Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) is set to release an updated version of its Guides for the Use of Environmental Marketing Claims this year. These “Green Guides” — which haven’t been updated in over a decade — do not have the force of law but provide marketers with guidance on how to make properly substantiated […]

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