Retail faces pressure as female consumers reduce spending
Circana says women are changing how they shop in 2025, and the trend could reshape retail.
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The CPG Guys: Barilla Group’s Mariama Kamanda and Kroger/84.51’s Jenny Holleran
This episode was recorded at the 2025 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity.
Grocery TV earns spot on Inc. 5000 for three years in a row
Grocery TV recently updated its core values to emphasize innovation, optimism, truth-seeking, and trailblazing, aiming to create an environment where employees can “do the best work of their lives,” according to co-founder and CEO Marlow Nickell.
Amazon expands same-day fresh grocery delivery to 1,000+ cities
The expansion enables Prime members to purchase fresh groceries and everyday essentials in a single transaction, with all items delivered together.
FMI: Fresh foods remain key differentiator for food retailers
“As consumers continue to prioritize health and nutrition, fresh foods remain essential to delivering the quality, convenience, and experience shoppers expect.”
Save Mart, Lucky launch ‘WIN-WIN Event’ with $250,000 grand prize
“We’re thrilled to bring our shoppers a program where every ticket wins.”
Food prices have declined, but new tariffs could reverse that trend, FMI experts warn
Grocers operate on profit margins of just 1.7%, leaving little room to absorb higher costs.
Cool Sips x poppi debut limited-edition dirty sodas
The partnership marks Cool Sips’ first collaboration with a national brand since launching in 2024, underscoring its rapid growth in the competitive beverage market.
Resonate: Consumers mostly unmoved by tariffs but willing to cut back if necessary
Holiday spending is also set to soften: 38% more consumers are opting out of gift buying compared to two years ago, and 25% plan to shop only during major sales events.
Five AI trends shaping the future of retail marketing
“Our most successful and innovative customers experiment constantly. Start small. Experiment with AI in one campaign, channel, or moment of personalization that makes your customer feel seen.”
Target unveils 1,500+ Halloween items starting from $1
The assortment spans décor, costumes, candy and party supplies, available now on Target.com and in stores beginning September.
Optimove Insights report shows most consumers are concerned about tariffs
“These findings are a wake-up call for marketers,” said Pini Yakuel, CEO of Optimove. “Now more than ever, consumers feel economic pressures. Marketers need agility and empathy to respond in real time. Brands must acknowledge financial anxiety through supportive, empathetic messaging.”
Core inflation hits five-month high as tariffs push retail prices higher
The inflation report arrives against a backdrop of slowing job growth and heightened expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts in September.
Meijer slashes prices on school-year grocery staples
"We’re stepping up to help families save money on every meal to help fuel kids’ learning.”
The CPG Guys: Affordable and accessible groceries with Dollar General’s Heather Land
The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Heather Land, Senior Director of Grocery Merchandising at Dollar General.