A New Top Item on Shopping Lists: Health
Wellness is also redefining product innovation. Functional foods and beverages are booming, from probiotic yogurts to protein-infused waters and “mental wellness” drinks designed to improve mood or focus.
October 20, 2025
Instant Checkout: Immediate Disruption
OpenAI — whose ChatGPT first brought the revolution in artificial intelligence to widespread public attention — upped the ante for retailers and CPG companies late last month with the launch of Instant Checkout, a tool that enables users to purchase products without leaving the platform.
Retailing Change is Rampant — Except Where You’d Most Expect it
David Pinto looks at the worldwide reach of mass retailing
What Retailers Can do to Put the Joy Back in Gifting
Lori Zumwinkle examines the new opportunities for retailers this upcoming holiday season