Consumer Trends

Beer bottles are filled at the Veltins beer brewery in Meschede, Germany, Aug. 24, 2022.
Consumer Trends
German Beer Sales Rise After Rough COVID Years
But the long-term trend remains downward.
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An Amazon Fresh grocery store in Warrington, Pa., Feb. 4, 2022.
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Amazon Axes Some Free Grocery Delivery
Customers who pay less than $150 will be charged between $3.95 and $9.95.
January 30, 2023
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Hormel Unveils 'Chili Cheese' Beer
The chili maker partnered with a Minneapolis brewer on the limited-edition "Chili Cheese Brew."
January 25, 2023
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Predictions for Manufacturing in 2023 – Part II
Industry leaders offer their thoughts on what to expect in 2023.
January 17, 2023
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Startup Launches Vegan Canned 'Tuna'
Vgarden says its plant-derived tuna has the same appearance, texture and flavor.
January 17, 2023
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CES 2023 Was Unreal
Every year, CES attracts the hottest and wackiest consumer tech from across the globe; here's what we saw.
January 13, 2023
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Hector Perez prepares to wrap a bacon, egg and cheese sandwich at a bodega in the Bronx, New York, July 22, 2022.
Free Hotel Breakfasts Getting Bigger, Better
February 2, 2023
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Adult Happy Meals, McRib Feed McDonald's Sales
January 31, 2023
GetGo Mini Mart in Valencia, Pa., Jan. 23, 2023.
Consumer Confidence Lags as 2023 Gets Under Way
January 31, 2023
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Soft Drink Taxes Associated with Decreased Obesity
January 27, 2023
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February 1, 2023
The price of gas displayed on a sign at Sam's Club in Annapolis, Md., March 30, 2020.
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Walmart's Sam's Club to Add 30 Stores in Coming Years
It marks the first expansion since 2017.
January 27, 2023
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Security Breach: Because Hackers Are Working Harder
Ransomware amounts are escalating, malware attacks are growing and recovery times are getting longer. But solutions are on the way.
January 24, 2023
M&M's shown in Glenside, Pa., Jan. 21, 2022.
Consumer Trends
Mars Pauses Using M&Ms 'Spokescandies'
The news comes three weeks before M&Ms is set to return to the Super Bowl.
January 24, 2023
A tipping option displayed on a card reader tablet at X-Golf indoor golf in Glenview, Ill., Jan. 10, 2023.
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Is Tipping Getting Out of Control?
Digital tip requests can produce social pressure and are more difficult to bypass.
January 23, 2023
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Microalgae Could Be the Future of Sustainable Superfood
Algae offers high protein and nutrition content.
January 20, 2023
Singer Flo Rida performs at halftime during of an NFL football game between the New York Jets and the Denver Broncos, Sept. 26, 2021, Denver.
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Energy Drink Maker to Pay $82M for Breaching Rapper's Contract
A jury found that the makers of Celsius energy drinks tried to hide money from Flo Rida.
January 19, 2023
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USDA Publishes Organic Enforcement Rule
The measure responds to industry requests for updates to organic regulations.
January 19, 2023
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Security Breach: Industry Gets a D+ Cybersecurity Grade
But the good news is that the white hats are catching up.
January 17, 2023
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Pepsi Debuts New Lemon-Lime Soda
'Starry' succeeds the company's Sierra Mist brand.
January 16, 2023
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In-N-Out Burger Expanding East
The California chain is headed east of Texas for the first time.
January 11, 2023
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem delivers the State of the State address, Jan. 10, 2023.
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Governor Calls for Eliminating South Dakota's Grocery Tax
The state imposes a 4.5% sales tax on groceries.
January 11, 2023
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Mary Jones Ready to Expand Into Washington
The move follows a successful debut in California for the Jones Soda brand.
January 10, 2023
The GE Profile Smart Mixer with Auto Sense on display during CES Unveiled, Las Vegas, Jan. 3, 2023.
Consumer Trends
Food Tech Emerges as Major Theme at CES
Companies showcased better nutrition tracking, a smart mixer and the "Peloton of cooking."
January 10, 2023
Impossible Foods headquarters, Redwood City, Calif., Aug. 2019.
Consumer Trends
Impossible Foods Appoints its 1st 'Chief Demand Officer'
Sherene Jagla most recently served as senior vice president and general manager at Newell Brands.
January 10, 2023