Nielsen 2020: Off-Premise Predictions for Beverage Alcohol
We’ve been tracking a move toward “healthier” drinking, and this trend will continue into 2020. Younger generations are leading this shift, and it will affect drinking quantities and preferences.
Soft Drinks and Health and Wellness Can Coexist in the U.S. Alcohol Space
Given the growing health and wellness movement among U.S. consumers, conventional wisdom would suggest that soft drinks would suffer. But in reality, the opposite is happening, particularly in the alcoholic beverage space. And amid the juxtaposition of the sober-curious consumers and the premium...
Women: Primed and Ready for Progress
For brands to succeed today, they need to find ways to address the challenges women face. Making up half of the population, women are key influencers across the globe. And the reality is that women still shoulder most of the household responsibilities.
The Golden Growth Opportunity for U.S. Drugstores
Increasingly for drugstores, the way to consumer wallets is through their diet. However, Nielsen’s 2019 Health Care study showed that only 24% of consumers are satisfied with the health food selection in drugstores. Within the drugstore market, there’s a golden opportunity for growth.
Considering a Play in the Cannabis Sector? Here’s What You Need to Know
The cannabis market isn’t an easy arena to navigate, especially for brands that would like to capitalize on the groundswell but aren’t familiar with the minutiae of the sector. As a result, many U.S. brands and retailers are grappling with how to navigate for the future of the CPG market—one...
Meet the New ‘Meat’ Eater
Today’s shoppers are, in many cases, omnivores, but they’re playing the field when it comes to exploring meat alternatives in their search for dietary protein. In fact, protein-seeking consumers are more likely than ever to consider all the options available to them.
Total Consumer Report 2019
A transaction today involves more than just an exchange of payment for goods and services. It involves an exchange of data and is a reflection of trust. In this report, we’ll review and link out to viewpoints on the consumer opportunities in play today to win that trust.
The F Word: Flexitarian is Not a Curse to the Meat Industry
Consumers are increasingly embracing a flexitarian lifestyle, delving into both traditional meat and plant-based alternatives.
Nielsen Design Impact Awards
This year’s winners represent a wide range of business situations across food, beverage, personal and home care. Some transformed brands; others tacked challenges with competing in saturated categories; and some adapted heritage brands to stay relevant amid an evolving FMCG landscape.
The New Black Friday? Prime Day’s Halo Effect Spans Beyond Gadgets (and Amazon Itself)
How big will this year’s Prime Day be? While there’s little doubt that it will continue on its upward trajectory, the growth areas might surprise you.