GreyOrange research: Retail stores are suffering tariff-induced “stock shock” and staffing challenges
36% of store managers admit to skipping tasks because of staffing constraints.
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Retail holiday hiring slows to lowest since 2009
Analysts warn that weaker hiring could ripple through the consumer healthcare ecosystem, with less in-store support at a time when patients and shoppers depend on convenient access to essential products and services.
Protein takes center stage in consumer health priorities
Consumers seek protein throughout the day. Breakfast is the main entry point, but there are innovations in snacks, indulgent foods, and dinners.
Pharmaceutical distributors report growth despite tight margins
Chain drug stores held the most significant portion of distributor sales in 2024, according to HDA’s latest Factbook.
Smart rings drive surge in US fitness tracker spending
Circana reports an 88% jump in sales, with younger consumers leading adoption
Most health care workers plan to change jobs within a year
With 84% of employees feeling underappreciated and half ready to leave, experts warn the industry is losing staff faster than it can replace them.
FMI report: E-commerce fueling private brand growth and innovation
In 2024, private brand online sales grew 5.2%, making up 9.3% of private brand sales.
U.S. consumer confidence dips in August as job worries persist
The survey showed a rise in consumer references to inflation and tariffs, underscoring persistent anxiety over household budgets.
Tariffs weigh on U.S. shoppers, with Gen Z more negative
Gen Z has grown far less likely to see tariffs as beneficial for the economy or their personal finances, according to the August survey.
North American prebiotic fiber market poised for major growth
While the Asia-Pacific region is expected to be the fastest-growing, North America remains a key and profitable market.
FMI Report: Shoppers Link Eating Well to Health and Well-Being
For grocers, the trend underscores the demand for fresh, healthy, and convenient products that support both physical and mental well-being.
Rising safety and quality demands fuel expansion of U.S. supplement testing
With the U.S. supplement market continuing to expand, manufacturers are under increasing pressure to substantiate claims.
J.D. Power finds that Medicare Advantage plan members face challenges going forward
New policy changes have contributed to increased confusion, lower member satisfaction and a widespread lack of trust among Medicare Advantage plan members.
Resonate: Most consumers only feeling mild tariff impact — For now
“Americans aren't pulling back yet, but tariffs have the potential to cause consumer behaviors to shift overnight,” said Bryan Gernert, CEO of Resonate.
Optimove Insights reveals that most consumers are anxious over tariffs
Report also shows widespread concerns about inflation, highlighting the need for empathetic and responsive marketing strategies.