Amazon is the retail phenomenon which started in a garage and now, nearly a quarter of a century later, new research from Mintel reveals that almost nine in ten (86%) Brits are Amazon users/shoppers. Highlighting the ongoing popularity of the
This Bonfire Night Brits are set to spend a dazzling £316 million enjoying the event, up 2% from £310 million in 2017, according to new Mintel research. Last year almost two in five (38%) Brits shelled out on products for
Consumer interest in ecological, ethical and health issues related to packaging is becoming mainstream. Mintel consultant Richard Cope explains how all brands and manufacturers need to respond to avoid reputational damage and build trust with their customers
Foods bearing “free-from” claims are increasingly relevant to Americans, as they perceive the products as closely tied to health. New research from Mintel reveals that 84% of American free-from consumers buy free-from foods because they are seeking out more natural or less
With the back-to-school shopping season in full swing, new research from Mintel reveals how consumers are leveraging saving strategies to cut costs. Some 42% of back-to-school (BTS) shoppers say it takes multiple trips to get everything they need for the upcoming school year,
Chocolate confectionery sales grew 24% over a five year period from 2009 to 2014 to reach $21bn in the United States, the world’s largest chocolate market. However, the pace of growth slowed in 2014, following a pattern that has evolved
As the craft beer category becomes increasingly competitive with larger companies and niche brewers alike entering the market, attempting to edge out established players, research shows that brewers have their work cut out for them when attracting craft drinkers. Market
Private label food products are getting some much needed attention, especially from young shoppers, according to the Private Label Foods: What’s Driving Purchase? – US, February 2015 report from market intelligence agency, Mintel. Per the report, 42% of Millennials (age 18-36) agree store
Mintel, the market research agency, has released the five key trends set to impact the US food and drink market in 2015. Utilising research, data and trends from across Mintel’s extensive product portfolio and expert analysis from director of innovation and
Looking ahead, Mintel’s trends analysts Stacy Glasgow and Jenny Zegler discuss the four key US consumer trends identified by Mintel as the most impactful for 2015 — and what this will mean for both consumers and brands in the year
While black consumers love trying new products and experimenting with their appearance, they appear to under-index when it comes to anti-ageing products. Indeed, just 36% of black consumers (vs. 48% of white consumers) report using anti-ageing facial moisturisers and four
With each passing day, the national pool of smokers seems to be going up in smoke, as Americans feel mounting pressure to quit for health and lifestyle reasons. When it comes time to put words into action and take that
Millennials are much more prone to oversharing relative to their Baby Boomer parents, according to research by Mintel. It found 60% of Millennials would be willing to provide details about their personal preferences and habits to marketers, whereas Baby Boomers
New research from Mintel shows some 22% of Americans say they are drinking less domestic beer because they’re drinking wine instead and 18% are focusing their alcohol consumption on spirits in lieu of domestic beer. Despite flat volume sales on the
As January continues, many consumers continue to forge ahead with healthy eating habits as part of new year resolutions. Indeed, despite prevalent health trends encouraging consumers to eat less red meat, and 90% of consumers eating some kind of red
As 2014 begins, Mintel’s consumer trends analysts Jennifer Zegler and Stacy Glasgow outline the four trends set to impact the American consumer market, examining the areas of commercial opportunity for brands – and what consumers will be buying into in 2014
As a new year begins and consumers return to work, many will be looking for an energy kick. But according to new research from Mintel, nearly six in 10 Americans (59%) who are current energy drink or shot users say they
As the year comes to a close Mintel offers its latest quarterly update from social media analysts Gabi Lieberman and Lizz Martinez. They have once again singled out the top five trends in online consumer marketplace behaviour this quarter identified
Frozen yogurt is picking up steam and might just require more room on the freezer shelf soon, according to new research by Mintel in the frozen desserts market. Largely due to new product releases that are spurred by consumer interest
Only a few years ago, tofu, tempeh and seitan were barely known in the culinary world. Now, they are on grocery store shelves across America and being cooked up in the average (and often non-vegetarian) kitchen. In new research released today
Brazilians have a taste for premium coffee, with a quarter (25%) of Brazilian coffee users claiming they prefer premium over regular brands of coffee, according to new research from Mintel. And it seems social strata is also no barrier for a
With the good weather and first day of summer today (21 June 2013), it’s safe to say barbecue season is in full swing. But while grilling favourites like chicken and burgers are often eaten year round, it seems dogs might
While advancements in digital technology and increased popularity of social networking have made their mark on and offline social interaction in recent years, it seems some Americans have more faith in a pet to help their social life. Indeed, according
Retail sales of homeopathic and herbal remedies in the US have reached $6.4bn in 2012, up almost 3% from 2011, and growing 16% over the past five years, according to new research by Mintel. Today, 30% of respondents who suffered
Mintel has highlighted the appeal of so-called craft beers in the US during American Craft Beer Week (13-19 May 2013). It found consumers who were of legal drinking age in 2012 are most likely to report increased consumption of beer
