PwC Holiday Outlook 2025: Shoppers cut back
Holiday spending is expected to decline by 5%, with Gen Z leading the cutbacks. Traditions endure, while value, food, and gift cards define the season.
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Independent retailers show optimism, Toast survey finds
Results highlight a resilient sector that is focused on smart growth, technology adoption, and enhancing the customer experience.
FMI: Shared meals are healthy meals
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Consumer confidence drops in August as shoppers pull back
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Consumers split on tariffs as grocery price worries climb
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U.S. e-grocery sales hit $10B in July and set household penetration record
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Circana forecasts continued U.S. food and beverage resilience
“The CPG industry must strategically identify ways to stimulate demand and remain profitable.”
Retail faces pressure as female consumers reduce spending
Circana says women are changing how they shop in 2025, and the trend could reshape retail.
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.”
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.
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.”