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U.S. consumer confidence rose in May

NEW YORK, May 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index rose in May to 102.0 (1985=100) from...

10 months ago 6 minute read

Target lowers prices on 5,000 frequently shopped items

MINNEAPOLIS, May 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Target Corporation BB #:166987 announced today it will lower everyday regular prices on approximately...

11 months ago 5 minute read

Annual inflation remains 3.4%, but produce only 1.7%

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released its monthly Consumer Price Index Summary May 15, 2024: Consumer Price Index Summary...

11 months ago 4 minute read

FMI report delves into value-seeking consumer behavior

ARLINGTON, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Shoppers enjoy food shopping as much as ever, according to the latest annual survey by FMI – The Food...

11 months ago 5 minute read

Popmenu study finds consumers spending less of monthly food budgets on restaurants

ATLANTA, May 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Consumers love restaurants — 64% said they would dine at or order from restaurants...

11 months ago 3 minute read

CPMA 2024: Grocer panel talks inflation coping strategies

VANCOUVER, BC—Food inflation, and how to manage it, is one of the hottest topics for Canadian consumers. At the Canadian...

11 months ago 5 minute read

RaboResearch shows continued inflation concern for North American agribusiness

CHESTERFIELD, MO (April 24, 2024) – Rabobank’s RaboResearch Food & Agribusiness (F&A) team in North America announced today the publication...

12 months ago 4 minute read

Week in Review April 12, 2024

VIVA Fresh week is here, and Pamela says it will likely be its biggest ever. One hot topic will be...

12 months ago 1 minute read

Research shows consumers want more retailer help on food inflation

Shoppers believe government policies and actions most responsible for higher prices in supermarkets according to Feedback Group research LAKE SUCCESS,...

12 months ago 3 minute read

Inflation higher than expected in March

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released its monthly Consumer Price Index Summary April 10, 2024: Consumer Price Index Summary...

12 months ago 4 minute read

Inside Aldi, Lidl’s growth during food inflation

This is from the Placer.ai blog by Bracha Arnold posted on April 2, 2024 (republished with permission from Placer.ai): One...

1 year ago 5 minute read

TouchBistro’s 2024 Diner Trends Report shows diners looking for savings, convenience, and connection

March 26, 2024 NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–New research from all-in-one POS and restaurant management system, TouchBistro, reveals that Americans are choosing...

1 year ago 9 minute read

Inflation in Canada moderates as food inflation declines to 2.4% in February

BRAMPTON, ON, March 21, 2024 /CNW/ – As Canada’s recent inflation numbers continue to show positive momentum, Loblaw Companies Limited’s...

1 year ago 4 minute read

Market Force grocery study shows how value affects shopper loyalty

ATLANTA, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Market Force’s newest syndicated research covering grocery retailers suggests that consumers are still focused...

1 year ago 2 minute read

Inflation ticks up in February

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released its monthly Consumer Price Index Summary March 12, 2024: CONSUMER PRICE INDEX –...

1 year ago 4 minute read

How to reach weary and pessimistic consumers

Inflation has eased since 2022 and 2023, but American consumers continue to be concerned about the increasing price of everything,...

1 year ago 2 minute read

Canadian restaurant industry struggles increase in 2024

Toronto, Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The restaurant industry is preparing for a tough first half of 2024. According...

1 year ago 3 minute read

The Year Ahead: Shrinkflation and skimpflation

Consumers are not happy with high food prices, and many believe they are artificially high. Brian Numainville, principal at The...

1 year ago 3 minute read

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