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Social selling has become more popular and important during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Social commerce has advantages for both consumers and sellers by maximising the promotional effect. For successful social selling, attractive…

Plastic holds leading position in global packaging demand, accounting for almost two thirds of retail sales, with versatility and efficiency key to its success. Plastic is, however, under increasing pressure as a source of waste. To establish plastic…

During the COVID-19 pandemic, consumer’s everyday lives were profoundly disrupted. Many consumers spent more of their time at home, and with foodservice largely restricted, most food spending funnelled into grocery retail. New routines emerged and…

In Asia Pacific, consumer need states in food and beverages cut across physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. Food and beverage companies can unlock opportunities in addressing consumers’ health goals by utilising functional ingredients and…

With e-commerce accelerating in the food industry at record speed, it is now undeniable that a key strategy to gain market share in the grocery retail industry is through online channels. This report focuses on what strategies food manufacturers…

Energy-boosting drinks have grown in popularity in Europe, as consumers seek functional drinks that can help improve performance, focus and energy levels at work (at home or in the traditional office/workplace) or at the gym. This was accelerated by…

Emerging Asia has been one of the most exciting regions in emerging markets during the last two decades and this trend is expected to continue, though the pace of growth has slowed down as the economies transform and mature. By 2040, emerging Asia…

Stores continue to invest in systems that make buying easier, more convenient, frictionless, while e-commerce players are expanding their shopping capabilities, helping consumers to find better, more targeted products. In the process, these two…

The coffee industry will see many changes in the coming decades. Demand will continue to grow worldwide, especially for high-quality beans, even as the effects of climate change seriously threaten traditional supply routes. Physical place will lose…

Consumers’ experience over the last two years has shown them that cooking at home can be healthier and cost effective. However, cooking at home is time consuming. Brands are responding to this with continuous innovations to enable the preparation of…