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Meals 2026: From Structure to Flexibility
Traditional meal structures are giving way to a complex balancing act between time, cost and competing needs. Meals 2026 provides a systematic view of…
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Meals remain central to daily life, but they are no longer fixed events built around traditional formats. Meals 2026: From Structure to Flexibility explores…
Gen X as Influencer: The Untapped Potential of a Forgotten Generation
Gen X as Influencer: The Untapped Potential of a Forgotten Generation explores what makes Gen X unique, how their formative experiences have shaped their…
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Snacking for optimization
Beyond pure hunger or indulgence, consumers also want snacks that help fuel productivity, maintain focus and power through the day. In fact, 36% of snacking…
Learn moreInside occasion decision and acquisition timeframes
When it comes to food and beverage decision making, we often consider two lines of thinking: spontaneity vs. planning. However, a combination of…
Learn moreThe long uncertain runway of GLP-1s
Is your business prepared for the seismic shifts of a growing GLP-1 user base? GLP-1s: Seizing Opportunity in a New CPG Landscape will equip you with the…
Learn moreRedefining balanced snacking
Snacks continue to play a dominant role in American eating occasions—but culture is shifting. As GLP-1 medications proliferate and appetites evolve, consumers…
Learn moreConsumer map of digital influence
In an increasingly digital food shopping landscape, consumers navigate a complex ecosystem of influence winding through multiple platforms. As a result, the…
Learn moreFiber: The next trend in nutrient maxxing?
Protein has dominated food and beverage innovation in recent years—but no nutrient owns the spotlight forever. Curious how health-related…
Learn moreFrom pairings to the unexpected: What’s driving flavor innovation
Today’s boundary-pushing food and beverage flavors reflect a dynamic history of cultural exchange, access to global ingredients, advances in food science…
Learn moreDigital food culture divide
As consumers scroll through endless recipes, hacks and viral products, they still have to answer the most basic question: “What should I actually buy, cook…
Learn moreFreshness and Purity: What Consumers Prioritize in Food & Beverage
Our upcoming research, Claims and cues 2026, will explore the signals and attributes consumers value most at the moment of purchase, equipping brands, retailers…
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