NRF predicts 4.4% retail sales growth this year
“Consumer spending was a steady and reliable engine of growth in 2025,” NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay said.
Research
New food pyramid shaping consumer health choices
Shoppers say updated dietary guidance could influence at-home eating habits.
NIQ releases beta of new AI-powered analytical capabilities in Ask Arthur
AI-guided analysis helps brands and retailers turn data into decision-ready insights.
Continuous glucose monitoring on the rise among Medicare Advantage Members with type 2 diabetes
Study reveals significant increase in CGM usage, particularly among older adults with chronic health conditions.
CRN-International report shows nutrition’s role in extending healthspan
A new scientific report highlights how dietary strategies, protein intake and bioactive nutrients can support resilience, reduce chronic disease risk and extend healthspan.
North American dietary supplements market to reach $175B by 2036
Shoppers increasingly prefer targeted health products over traditional daily multivitamins, focusing on cognitive, gut, cardiovascular, and joint support.
Kearney unveils Women’s Health Healthcare and Life Sciences Index
New report tracks how gender-responsive practices that improve the health of women are embedded across pharma, MedTech, consumer health, payor, provider, and investor value chains.
U.S. dietary supplements market set for strong growth
The expansion reflects rising consumer awareness of nutrition, immunity, wellness, and an aging population seeking products for chronic conditions and healthy aging.
AI is resetting the rules of growth in CPG
NIQ and Kearney analysis finds challenger brands gaining share as AI reshapes innovation and product discovery
U.S. probiotic supplements market set for steady growth
U.S. retailers face growing demand for transparency in strain labeling and CFU counts among informed supplement consumers.
U.S.-driven growth to propel global cosmetics market to $704B by 2032
As AI-powered diagnostics, AR try-ons, and science-backed formulas continue to grow, U.S. retail will be a key driver in shaping global beauty innovation through 2032.
Generational shifts redefine shoppers’ produce purchases, FMI research says
Younger consumers drive digital discovery and omnichannel growth.
New FMI research reveals how the food industry is supporting consumers’ evolving health priorities
87% of responding food retailers sell health tracking devices, such as blood pressure cuffs, continuous glucose monitors, and wearable rings to track health metrics.
Probiotic ingredients market to hit $14.7 million by 2036
For U.S. retailers, probiotics are no longer limited to a niche supplement market.
Smarter shelf strategy boosts grocery profits and cuts food waste over 20% for retailers
The new study takes a close look at perishables with declining quality over time, such as fresh produce, dairy and meat.
Half of U.S. shoppers worried about artificial ingredients in food, Acosta Group finds
Label reading rises as 58% of shoppers check ingredients before buying, with 87% of health-focused consumers doing so.