Snack food consumption has increased by +8% during the pandemic as consumers seek comfort through savory and sweet snacks
July 8, 2020
In April, during the height of the shelter-at-home orders, 37% of consumers told NPD they wanted to make sure they had sufficient snack foods on hand. They were well-stocked on salty snacks and frozen sweets more than other items.
US Grocery Shopper Trends report provides picture of grocery shopping habits before the pandemic, attitude shifts during COVID-19 and a glimpse of what might come next
June 11, 2020
Prepared by The Hartman Group, the 2020 report provides a clear picture of grocery shopping habits before the pandemic, attitude shifts that took place during COVID-19 and offers a glimpse of what might come next for the food industry.
New IRI, SPINS research reveals that natural products outperform conventional products pre-COVID-19 and during the pandemic
June 10, 2020
The new report, "COVID-19 and Navigating the Path Ahead: Supporting the Natural Products Consumer," highlights natural shoppers’ product and shopping preferences, recommended strategies for manufacturers and retailers to attract and retain consumers, and suggestions to maximize new opportunities in the future.
IRI Consumer Connect Survey reveals private brand dollar sales grew 3.8% in 2019, twice the rate of national brands
December 4, 2019
IRI examined how shopping behaviors and attitudes are affecting private label sales in its Q3 2019 Consumer Connect report, “Beyond Price, Consumers Find Value in Private Brands.”
Overall, men tend to shop with greater weekly frequency and spend less time in the store
July 27, 2015
Shifting household dynamics are changing the way Americans shop for groceries. Most notably is the diversification of the primary store shopper with moms no longer always assuming this role exclusively, according to market research publisher Packaged Facts in the recently released report, Retail Food Marketing Trends in the U.S.: Technology, Mobile, and Social Media.