Tag: consumer

Sporting goods sales dropped 9% in early 2026 due to inflation and cautious spending, reversing post-pandemic growth trends.

Microsoft advances retail automation with agentic AI to boost efficiency and serve shoppers better. Explore how AI transforms the 2025 holiday shopping experien

The UK could boost food self-sufficiency to 66% by growing more homegrown produce, reducing reliance on unstable imports.

KFC UK's Pickle Mania boosted sales by 10% with record-breaking gherkin sales, proving limited-time offers drive fast-food success.

Farmers retailers pricing battle intensifies as NFU warns rising input costs and unpredictable supermarket negotiations threaten profit margins.

Lidl settles a £25k dispute over a 5p veg promotion after wrongly accusing a shopper of breaking the rules.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup boosts US retail sales with increased consumer spending and foot traffic in host cities during summer period.

World Cup shopping trends reveal Walmart fans boost grocery spending by up to 25%, favoring party‑ready snacks and drinks during match weeks.

Home Depot targets Hispanic shoppers for 2026 World Cup retail media strategy. Learn how the retailer focuses on construction workers and home improvement trend

Explore how wearable breast pump pioneers Willow and Oura defend their market lead against copycats by innovating product design and brand strategy.