SNAP households outspend non-SNAP by 23% on CPG food and beverages, Circana reports
The judge found the administration’s partial funding insufficient and warned that food banks and community organizations are struggling.
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Circana revises 2026 food and beverage outlook as spending slows
Consumer confidence stays weak, especially among low- and middle-income households, who are sharply cutting discretionary spending.
HDA: Specialty distributors face growing complexity
HDA’s latest benchmarking report shows specialty distributors facing growing logistical demands as specialty drug spending climbs to $417 billion.
Plant extracts market doubles as U.S. consumers go natural
U.S. consumers increasingly prefer natural, clean label, and botanical ingredients in supplements, foods, beverages, and personal care.
Customers are angrier than ever, new survey shows
The 2025 report shows a collapse in marketplace civility, a rise in digital confrontations, and growing frustration with customer service systems.
Gummies are now the preferred supplement for most Americans
A new report shows 74% of American supplement users prefer gummies over pills, expanding options across drug, mass, and online channels.
Gum and mints sales to hit $1 billion by 2030
Inaugural report highlights generational preferences and market opportunities.
Dietary supplements market to reach $414 billion by 2033
People worldwide are proactively using supplements to fill nutritional gaps, support lifestyle goals, and address health concerns.
JustAnswer data shows big shifts in Rx drug concerns
Over 115,000 prescription-related questions fielded on JustAnswer in 2025.
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor reveals sales rebound in October
Report comes as NRF is forecasting holiday sales will increase between 3.7% and 4.2%.
Retail holiday spend to surpass $1 trillion in 2025, NRF forecast finds
Consumers report they expect to spend an average of $890.49 per person on gifts, food, décor, and other seasonal purchases.
New study reveals what drives consumer acceptance of gene editing in food
When informed about the purpose and process of gene editing purchase intent rose across all categories tested: pork, eggs, tomatoes and bananas.
Holiday shopping 2025: Shoppers spend more, feel less confident
Consumers are searching aggressively for value and starting earlier than ever, only to face promo overload and decision fatigue.
Consumers want science-backed wellness
The supplements market will reach $139.9 billion by 2025, driven by educated shoppers demanding clear benefits, transparent claims, and supporting research.
Wound care sales surge in the U.S.
Rising diabetes, aging population, and at-home recovery drive steady growth in wound care sales across U.S. pharmacies, supermarkets, and online retailers.
GNC review links supplements to GLP-1 wellness
The review outlines practical supplement strategies to help clinicians support muscle health, heart function, and digestion in patients using GLP-1 therapies.