CPG: HBC Pepto-Bismol: Pink That Does More Than You Think! LONDON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Life is full of delicious foods and fun moments, and these can often lead to unexpected digestive issues. We’re excited to share that Pepto-Bismol Oral Suspension, your go-to solution for tummy troubles, is back in the UK, and now available on the shelves of your supermarkets, online and also in pharmacies, making it easier […] BusinessWire - Supermarket February 4, 2025February 4, 2025 < 1 min read Procter & GambleInternational - UK 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Bookshop.org Ratchets Up Battle Against Amazon with Addition of E-book Sales As it marks its fifth anniversary, Bookshop.org has launched a new salvo in its battle against Amazon — a new e-book platform that will enable independent bookstores to sell e-books for the first time. Most e-book sales in the U.S. (over 70%) occur on Amazon, which owns the popular e-reader brand Kindle. Now, through the […] Retail TouchPoints January 29, 2025January 29, 2025 2 min read AmazonMarketing: Social MediaTechnology & InnovationProcter & GamblePredictions and ForecastsExecutivesESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors Advice From Six Experts: How To Optimize your Marketing Mix Investment By Yeimy Garcia Smith, SVP, Global Measurement You’ve just completed your marketing mix modeling (MMM) analysis. Now what? MMM is a must-have marketing measurement tool that can answer business questions about creative, audience, reach and frequency, brand equity, marketing channels, trade, and retail spend. But even the best recommendations and simulations need an execution plan […] Circana January 23, 2025January 23, 2025 3 min read VendorsInsight ProvidersResults & InvestmentData & InsightsPartnershipsMarketing: Social MediaPredictions and ForecastsStrategyExecutivesTrends: MarketingConsumersProcter & GambleOperations & Supply ChainAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: HBC Procter & Gamble earnings beat estimates as shoppers buy more household staples Procter & Gamble beat quarterly earnings and revenue estimates and also reiterated its fiscal 2025 forecast. CNBC January 22, 2025January 22, 2025 < 1 min read Results & InvestmentProcter & GambleShoppersDept. NonfoodPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces P&G Announces Fiscal Year 2025 Second Quarter Results CINCINNATI–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE:PG) reported second quarter fiscal year 2025 net sales of $21.9 billion, an increase of two percent versus the prior year. Organic sales, which excludes the impacts of foreign exchange and acquisitions and divestitures, increased three percent versus the prior year. Diluted net earnings per share were $1.88, an […] BusinessWire - Supermarket January 22, 2025January 22, 2025 < 1 min read Predictions and ForecastsResults & InvestmentProcter & GambleHealth & WellnessDivestituresDept. Natural / Organic 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces FTC Sues Southern Glazer’s for Discriminatory Pricing that Favors Larger Chains In its final weeks under the current administration, the Federal Trade Commission isn’t letting up on its fight against anticompetitive practices, which has ramped up significantly under the tenure of current FTC Chair Lina Khan. Despite a leadership change looming in the new year, the FTC has sued the largest alcohol distributor in the U.S., […] Retail TouchPoints December 13, 2024January 29, 2025 4 min read GovernmentDept. Adult BevLegal & CriminalConsumersAcquisitionDept. BeverageCompetitionMergersPricing & PromotionsMarketing: TradeCPG: Adult BeverageMarketing: Social MediaESG and CSRKrogerAmazonEconomyPredictions and ForecastsAlbertsons / SafewayProcter & GambleRegional GroceryTargetDept. NonfoodAssociatesBrick and MortarOperations & Supply ChainCostcoMarketing: UGCData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: HBC P&G Taps into AI and Automation for Faster, Smarter Operations The Procter & Gamble Company is using automation technology and artificial intelligence to bolster operations across several areas of business, including media, marketing, and production. Consumer Goods Technology December 4, 2024December 10, 2024 < 1 min read AITechnology & InnovationOperations & Supply ChainProcter & Gamble 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Purpose Beyond Disability: Inclusive Marketing in an Intersectional World As we approach International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3, brands, advertisers and media platforms face a shifting landscape in diverse marketing. With changing political, economic, and social dynamics, understanding audiences—including disabled people—requires precision and nuance. This is especially true when considering the intersectional identities that many individuals have. Let’s examine the expectations, […] Nielsen December 2, 2024December 2, 2024 5 min read InclusivityData & InsightsInsight ProvidersBig DataEconomyMarketing: BroadcastConsumersMarketing: Social MediaPredictions and ForecastsThick DataStrategyESG and CSRHealth & WellnessReturnsInternationalExecutivesGovernmentResults & InvestmentDeliveryTrends: MarketingMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionPartnershipsProcter & GambleShoppersSustainabilityTargetTechnology & InnovationAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass A New Way To Think About Targeted Advertising By Michelle Snell, Director Product Marketing, and Todd McClimans, Product Manager, Audiences Think about the last product you bought. What triggered it? Was it driven by necessity, like your oven broke and you needed to replace it? Or was it simply that you love anything OREO flavored and you wanted to try the newest OREO […] Circana November 5, 2024November 5, 2024 3 min read TargetStrategyInsight ProvidersConsumersMondelezPepsiCoData & InsightsDept. NonfoodMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionTechnology & InnovationDept. BeverageProcter & GambleShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: HBC Elfbar launches its first 4-in-1 pod kit Designed for flavour versatility, the rechargeable pod kit includes four 2ml pods, allowing adults to rotate between four flavours in one device. Offering two vaping modes, Elfbar 4-in-1 provides up to 2,400 puffs in normal mode while economy mode extends usage up to 3,200 puffs… This story continues at Elfbar launches its first 4-in-1 pod […] Talking Retail November 1, 2024November 1, 2024 < 1 min read Procter & GambleEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer As Gen Z Enters Prime Spending Years, Brands Sharpen Their Pitch They’ve been shaped/scarred by not one but two global economic traumas — the Great Recession of 2008-2009 and the COVID pandemic — and they’ve grown up with social media playing an increasingly large (and loud) role in shaping culture, including how these consumers shop, research and purchase products and services. They’re Gen Z, born between […] Retail TouchPoints October 27, 2024October 27, 2024 5 min read ConsumersSustainabilityShoppersMarketing: Social MediaESG and CSRGamingData & InsightsDept. ApparelWalmartExecutivesInclusivityTechnology & InnovationMeta (Facebook)Predictions and ForecastsBrick and MortarMarketing: BrandEconomyHealth & WellnessCOVID19Marketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionOwned Brands (Private Label)Procter & GambleInternational - UKPhilanthropyDept. NonfoodStrategyTikTokTrends: Food and BeverageDept. HBCDept. FreshDept. Toys & GamesAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation On Technological Change: 3 Learnings. Image using Midjourney using prompt “ On technological change” For four decades my career at Publicis Groupe has been deeply intertwined with technology, allowing me to observe its changes across several industries including the communications industry. The communications business has always changed as technology shifted. The company was first a print-based business and then a […] Rishad Tobaccowala October 27, 2024October 27, 2024 4 min read Technology & InnovationAIDept. NonfoodData & InsightsGeneral BusinessOperations & Supply ChainProcter & GambleMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: BroadcastStreamingAgenciesMarketing: Digital MediaWalgreensCompetitionESG and CSRChatGPTShoppersCryptoDeliveryStrategyTikTokWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Walmart to Launch Same-Day Pharmacy Delivery Nationwide Walmart has begun integrating prescription medications into its delivery offerings in six states, with plans to expand to 49 states by the end of January 2025. Customers in Arkansas, Missouri, New York, Nevada, South Carolina and Wisconsin can now add their prescriptions to orders placed online or via the Walmart app. When the program is […] Retail TouchPoints October 26, 2024October 26, 2024 2 min read DeliveryWalmartAmazonDept. PharmacyMarketing: Social MediaPackagingDept. BeverageMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: In StoreBrick and MortarExecutivesDept. OTCProcter & GamblePredictions and ForecastsHealth & Wellness 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category The Evolution of Lunch: From the Humble Brown Bag to the Snackle Box Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will always be the framework for our major consumption occasions. But even before the pandemic, U.S. consumers were shifting their habits, patterns, and needs in ways that disrupted these dayparts. Boomers were exiting the workforce, more people were working remotely, and the gig economy was starting to take off. Then the […] Circana October 17, 2024October 17, 2024 3 min read Dept. GroceryConsumersDept. NonfoodDept. BeverageInsight ProvidersMarketing: Social MediaCOVID19AssociatesMerchandisingData & InsightsEconomyPredictions and ForecastsTechnology & InnovationProcter & GambleRestaurantsDept. FreshTikTokSustainabilityStore LocationShoppersNestleDept. Dairy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retail Operations A Roadmap for Rethinking Your Omnichannel Strategy | DSI “There needs to be a digital fluency, but really there needs to be an omni fluency.” — Chris Perry, Chief Learning Officer, firstmovr Every brand is laser-focused on growth and profitability. While there’s not a one-size-fits-all strategy to get there, brands that focus on developing and executing an omnichannel strategy will achieve these aims faster. […] Digital Shelf Institute October 7, 2024October 7, 2024 7 min read OmnichannelMerchandisingMarketing: Retail MediaStrategyData & InsightsConsumersShoppersPodcastsTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Social MediaProcter & GambleMarketing: UGCWalmartTargetSustainabilityRoundelKrogerPricing & PromotionsOperations & Supply ChainBig DataMarketing: In StoreInsight ProvidersMarketing: BrandWalmart Connect84.51 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Nonfood Inventure introduces new on-the-go cereal cup range Inventure has introduced a new on-the-go cereal format in four American-themed flavours; Marshmallow Cookie O’s, Peanut Butter Puffs, S’mores and Flumps. Inventure head of sales, Nick Hudson said: “Created with convenience at the core, the new cups are positioned as perfect for pre-school, the office… This story continues at Inventure introduces new on-the-go cereal cup […] Talking Retail October 7, 2024October 7, 2024 < 1 min read Procter & GambleDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Shein Goes Live(stream) to Showcase Fall/Winter Collection Global fashion and lifestyle retailer Shein will host a special episode of its interactive shoppable livestream experience to unveil its Fall and Winter collections. The Shein Live: Front Row event will kick off at 12 p.m. PT on Sept. 22, offering a 90-minute immersive journey in which consumers can explore the hottest fashion trends and […] Retail TouchPoints September 18, 2024September 18, 2024 < 1 min read Marketing: Social MediaDept. ApparelWeatherConsumersMeta (Facebook)ESG and CSRProcter & GambleRecommerceTechnology & InnovationAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: HBC Hippeas Limited Edition Mexican-Inspired Chickpea Puffs Flavors HIPPEAS® Chickpea Puffs are made from chickpeas. With 4g of protein and 3g of fiber per 1oz serving, the new fiesta-flavored Chickpea Puffs pack a punch of plant power with flavor. Product of the Day September 17, 2024September 17, 2024 < 1 min read Procter & GamblethreesixtyInternational - North America 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer How to Help Consumers Answer the Age-old Question: What’s for Dinner? One constant in U.S. consumers’ culinary lives is dinner. In the U.S., it’s the meal most likely to be enjoyed in groups or as a family. It’s also, unfortunately, the meal that elicits the most anxiety for the person tasked with preparing or acquiring it. For those consumers answering the question, “What’s the plan for […] Circana September 11, 2024September 11, 2024 3 min read ConsumersPackagingDept. GroceryRestaurantsShoppersCOVID19EconomyData & InsightsStrategyInsight ProvidersESG and CSRMarketing: Social MediaDept. FreshMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionProcter & GambleDept. AppliancesPredictions and ForecastsDept. NonfoodDept. PerimeterMarketing: In Store 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: HBC Customer Journeys to Nowhere Earlier this year an editorial in the New York Times wondered: “When did everything become a ‘journey’? Changing our hair, getting divorced, taking spa vacations — they’re not just things we do; they’re ‘journeys.’” And of course, to marketers, there’s the “customer journey.” The customer journey is a handy metaphor to help us consider all […] Tom Fishburne September 2, 2024September 2, 2024 3 min read Fun & HumorShoppersSponsoredTechnology & InnovationRestaurantsTikTokHealth & WellnessMarketing: ShopperMarketing: Social MediaOwned Brands (Private Label)Procter & GambleStreamingDept. BakeryBOPIS 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
International Lost Mary launches 4-in-1 pod kit Delivering up to 3,200 puffs, the reusable and rechargeable pod kit holds four 2ml prefilled pods, offering the choice of four Lost Mary flavours in one device. Chris Kader, he Maryad of PR and communications for Lost Mary in the UK, said: “Lost Mary 4-in-1… This story continues at Lost Mary launches 4-in-1 pod kit […] Talking Retail August 30, 2024August 30, 2024 < 1 min read Procter & GambleInternational - UK 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG & FMCG Dove, Venus Williams support teen girls in sports with tennis-inspired soap The limited-edition Beauty Bar can be obtained via a giveaway and is being supported by partnerships with Black Girls Tennis Club and Bras for Girls. MarketingDive August 29, 2024August 29, 2024 < 1 min read UnileverProcter & GamblePartnershipsDept. HBC 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing How TikTok Can Drive Awareness and Sales for Innovative Brands TikTok has become a powerful platform, leveraging its unique features to drive product sales and engage audiences in innovative ways. The platform has emerged as a powerful tool for achieving these goals, especially when used creatively to tap into the platform’s unique culture and vast user base. Here’s how brands can leverage TikTok to boost […] Retail Bound August 27, 2024August 27, 2024 3 min read Marketing: Social MediaTikTokPartnershipsShoppersPricing & PromotionsHealth & WellnessDept. ApparelRestaurantsConsumersStore LocationMarketing: UGCProcter & GambleDept. HBCDept. Natural / OrganicMarketing: TradeTechnology & InnovationPredictions and ForecastsOperations & Supply ChainDept. NonfoodBrick and MortarMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. BeverageHoliday & EventsESG and CSRAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food General Mills teams with Kelce brothers for Cereal Training Camp The tie-up will be promoted via TV and online ads and includes a new cereal that mixes Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Lucky Charms and Reece’s Puffs. MarketingDive August 26, 2024August 26, 2024 < 1 min read General MillsProcter & GambleMarketing: Broadcast 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants Starbucks CEO Steps Down Less Than Two Years Later After less than two years at his post, Laxman Narasimhan is stepping as CEO of Starbucks. Brian Niccol, who currently serves as Chairman and CEO of Chipotle, will take over the head leadership role starting Sept. 9, 2024. Starbucks CFO Rachel Ruggeri will act as interim CEO to support the leadership transition. Narasimhan initially joined […] Retail TouchPoints August 13, 2024August 13, 2024 3 min read RestaurantsExecutivesPartnershipsMarketing: Social MediaOperations & Supply ChainTechnology & InnovationShoppersCustomer ExperienceAssociatesStrategyInclusivityConsumersBrick and MortarPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: BrandProcter & GambleInternational - North America 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
International Lost Mary launches the brand’s first high puff count device in the UK Delivering up to 6,000 puffs, Lost Mary’s new BM6000 range caters to the growing demand from adult smokers and ex-smokers seeking high puff count vaping options as an alternative to smoking. The reusable and rechargeable device offers an alternative to single-use vapes and uses prefilled… This story continues at Lost Mary launches the brand’s first […] Talking Retail August 7, 2024August 7, 2024 < 1 min read International - UKSustainabilityPricing & PromotionsProcter & Gamble 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Procter & Gamble earnings beat estimates, but quarterly sales disappoint Procter & Gamble reported better-than-expected earnings, but its quarterly revenue fell short of Wall Street’s estimates. CNBC July 30, 2024July 30, 2024 < 1 min read Results & InvestmentProcter & GambleEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: HBC Deadpool Smells (Stays) Fresh With Old Spice CINCINNATI–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Old Spice, the iconic brand known for its bold scents and innovative grooming products, is joining forces with Marvel Studios’ Deadpool & Wolverine, in theaters July 26. In a hilarious new spot starring Deadpool and his roommate Blind Al, Old Spice Total Body Deodorant steps in to offer Deadpool 24/7 freshness from pits to […] BusinessWire - Retail July 26, 2024July 29, 2024 < 1 min read Procter & GambleDept. FreshReturns 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: HBC New 1000 puff rechargeable Blu Bar Imperial Brands has launched a vaping device which offers up to 1,000 puffs per pod and is being rolled-out to UK wholesale and independent retail channels first. The new Blu Bar kit uses replaceable pods which deliver 1,000 puffs of intense flavour per pod. The… This story continues at New 1000 puff rechargeable Blu Bar […] Talking Retail July 23, 2024July 23, 2024 < 1 min read Procter & GamblePricing & PromotionsInternational - UK 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer How Canadian Foodservice Operators Can Maximize Their Return on Their Digital Investment Before the pandemic, digital restaurant ordering accounted for about 6% of sales. But that number jumped to 20% in the spring and summer of 2020. Operators who’d held online ordering at arm’s length realized to stay in business, they would need to embrace some combination of online menus, branded apps, or third-party apps like UberEats […] Circana July 22, 2024July 22, 2024 3 min read ShoppersConsumersInternational - North AmericaRestaurantsDept. GroceryResults & InvestmentData & InsightsInsight ProvidersCOVID19Dept. BeverageFood DeliveryStore LocationMarketing: TradeTechnology & InnovationProcter & GamblePricing & PromotionsDept. Toys & GamesMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: In StoreMarketing: BroadcastUbereatsDept. NonfoodBig Data 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Valentine’s Day flower sales could shift to FTD, other brands in 2025 1-800-Flowers still leads in US, FTD is gaining share 1-800-Flowers is the largest flower service by sales headed into Valentine’s Day 2025, according to Earnest credit card data. However, the industry stalwart is likely to lose share this season if recent trends continue. Access chart in Dash. 1-800-Flowers commanded 37.0% of Valentine’s Day flower sales […] Written by Earnest Research February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Holiday & Events Shoppers believe best holiday deals are after holidays A good number of consumers, over 77%, believe there are better deals available after the holidays, and nearly 51% plan to take advantage by making a large purchase in late December and January. Those are top findings from a Holiday Green survey, from CouponCabin, regarding consumer habits in the post-holiday time frame. When it comes to post-holiday […] Written by Retail Customer Experience January 17, 2025January 17, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces 2025 Outlook: A Snapshot into Ad Spend, Opportunities, and Strategies for Growth IAB’s 2025 Outlook: A Snapshot into Ad Spend, Opportunities, and Strategies for Growth offering an early glimpse into ad spending trends for the coming year. The report is a must-read to gain and understanding of brand and agency buyers’ growth strategies and the challenges they foresee. The report covers: 2025 projections for the market overall […] Written by IAB January 16, 2025January 17, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Uncategorized A major shift in North American grocery retail Spending is migrating away from traditional supermarkets and hypermarkets to channels that better align with busy lifestyles. The post A major shift in North American grocery retail appeared first on Retail Insight Network. Written by Retail Insights Network January 14, 2025January 14, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Technology & Innovation AI at the retail edge: What’s possible now There’s been a lot of talk lately about artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI (GenAI) and how these technologies are going to revolutionize retail. But the retail revolution can’t be accomplished with sweeping generalizations about putting more technology into stores. Successful retail outcomes are built using technology to solve specific challenges, expanding on wins and […] Written by RetailDive January 13, 2025January 13, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked