How the Coffee Category Became a Hot Bed of Innovation for the U.S. Grocery Market
Beyond the buzz created around the early release of Starbuck’s Pumpkin Spice Latte, there is something big brewing in the U.S. coffee market. Nielsen data shows that the ready-to-drink coffee category is hot, and a steady stream of innovation is fueling this dollar sales growth.
Resur’GIN’ce of a Classic: How Local Bars Can Benefit From a Taste of the Past
The Negroni—a bitter Italian cocktail—is making a comeback in local bars and restaurants throughout the U.S. But who's ordering them and how can your on-premise establishment benefit from their resurgence?
'Tis the Season for Giving...Cookies?
Many year-end celebrations center around feasts that often put turkey and ham in the spotlight, but no gathering is ever truly complete without an assortment of baked goodies as well.
Beyond the Bird: Turkey Tumbled as Thanksgiving Traditions Expand
Within the U.S., Thanksgiving is a big week for fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sales in brick-and-mortar stores. So far, the week of the holiday was the highest grossing week of 2018.
Over-the-Counter Allergy Medicines Get a Slow Start As Pollen Season Begins Across the U.S.
Despite the annual arrival of common allergens, over-the-counter allergy medications have not experienced a corresponding a lift in sales this season. In fact, sales have declined slightly.
Pumpkin Spice Sales Growth Makes a Hot Return in Late-August
Is it too early for pumpkin spice? According to Nielsen’s Friday morning data, sales of American’s favorite fall flavor are already moving off shelves.
FMCG Sales Are a Mixed Bag Heading Into the Back-to-School Season
Across the U.S., many shoppers are in the midst of the back-to-school season. And Nielsen’s Friday morning data for the week ended Aug. 11, 2018, shows that back to school shopping has been a bit of a mixed bag for categories across FMCG.
In-Store Sales of Straws Remain Strong During the First Week of August Amid Plastic Straw Ban Buzz
Across the food service industry, actions are being taken to limit the use of plastic straws to reduce environmental impacts. But have consumers drawn their last straw when it comes to FMCG purchases?
A Peek Into Pantry Performance During the Week of Prime Day
According to Nielsen's Friday morning data for the week ending July 21, 2018, we haven’t seen this year’s Prime Day sales blitz negatively affect manufacturer’s total brick-and-mortar sales during the same week.
Shoppers Face A Rise in Prices and Pests in Mid-July
Throughout the summer, consumers purchase products that they’ll need for the great outdoors. This week, they’re facing prices heating up around the grill while trying to combat a pesky problem with innovative options.