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Body care market impacted by economic uncertainty, Mintel reveals

Loyalty is lost when it comes to body care products. New research from Mintel reveals that nearly a quarter (23%) of those who use body care products at least once a week usually just buy what’s on sale. Not surprisingly,

29/08/2012 | Data Time, Research | Read More

Chinese consumers opting for more natural hair care products, finds Mintel

Chinese consumers are becoming more cautious when it comes to hair care product choice because of high profile safety scares, according to the latest Mintel research. It found 81% of urban Chinese consumers say they prefer to buy all-natural hair

06/08/2012 | Data Time, Research | Read More

American women lead the way in anti-ageing skincare products, reports Mintel

The $2.3bn US anti-ageing skincare market has experienced substantial growth in the past five years, as women continue to clamor for the next advancement to stave off the signs of aging, reports Mintel. While the desire to find the fountain

20/06/2012 | Data Time, Research | Read More

Mintel: beer consumption hits all-time high in China at 50bn litres in 2011

China’s beer market grew by 29% in volume terms in the five years to 2011, to reach an all-time high total volume of 50bn litres in 2011, according to new research by Mintel. Furthermore, the market also grew 63% in

18/06/2012 | Data Time, Research | Read More

Chicken wins popularity on US foodservice menus in austere times, finds Mintel

Chicken looks to be making a resurgence on the foodservice scene at the expense of beef, according to latest research from Mintel.  “In addition to the recent health-related issues surrounding beef, and the already high beef prices, we expect restaurants

28/05/2012 | Research | Read More

Mums put increased emphasis on value in purchasing behaviour, reports Mintel

Being a mum changes the way women shop and drives an increased emphasis on the safety, value and nutrition of everyday purchases, according to US research by Mintel. Fifty-six percent of mums who only have children younger than six want

14/05/2012 | Data Time, Research | Read More

Mintel: teen market should be core focus for deodorant and antiperspirant sales

Deodorant and antiperspirant sales in the US have increased by 16% between 2006 and 2011 and population growth will continue to drive this market through 2016 and beyond, according to Mintel’s latest report.  “Antiperspirant/deodorant use among teens is at 92%, placing

02/05/2012 | Data Time, Research | Read More

Competition improves foodservice options at US universities, Mintel finds

University foodservice in the US has moved on in leaps and bounds, according to new research from Mintel. The range and quality of foods now offered at many US colleges and universities has created a greater degree of competition, researchers

27/04/2012 | Data Time, Research | Read More

Half of American adults watching their diet and salt intake, Mintel reveals

New research by Mintel reveals approximately half (52%) of American adults are currently watching their diet. And, while 60% report dieting because they want to lose weight, some 15% of dieters claim to be doing so at least in part

13/04/2012 | Data Time, Research | Read More

Mintel: global Easter egg product launches increase by 45% year-on-year

New research from Mintel finds the number of global Easter egg new product launches has risen 45% over the past year.  Latest research from Mintel finds a quarter (25%) of all global chocolate launches in 2011 were for chocolate products with

04/04/2012 | Data Time, Research | Read More

Mintel to explore consumer behaviour in China in new series of reports

Mintel has released its first report in a series of research examining Chinese consumer behavior. According to Mintel, the in-depth report titles will run every month throughout the year; each focusing on a separate CPG, foodservice, retail and lifestyle sector;

28/03/2012 | Data Time, Research | Read More

Mintel: locally-sourced products take off in US grocery stores and restaurants

Locally-sourced products are becoming more popular at grocery stores and restaurants in the US alike, according to recent Mintel research. The same is true in the fruit and vegetable industry with more than half (52%) of consumers reporting it’s more important

22/03/2012 | Data Time, Research | Read More

Provenance and fresh will drive US foodservice trends, reports Mintel

Interest in where food comes from, as well as changes in restaurant spending will both be driving the foodservice rollercoaster in 2012, according to Mintel’s latest report. “Overall, restaurant economic prospects for 2012 look positive,” said Eric Giandelone, foodservice director at Mintel.

12/03/2012 | Data Time, Reports | Read More

Authenticity is top consumer requirement in ethnic food in US, reports Mintel

Authenticity is the key consumer requirement for ethnic food among consumers in the US, new research from Mintel reveals. According to the company, two-thirds of Mintel respondents who eat ethnic food at home say authentic or traditional flavors are the most important

01/03/2012 | Data Time, Research | Read More
Electrical beauty devices poised to take off in global markets, says Mintel

Electrical beauty devices poised to take off in global markets, says Mintel

Use of electrical beauty devices – Kinetique – is poised to become a new global trend, according to Mintel. And the trend is set to drive innovation in the year ahead, say researchers. “We’re seeing this trend manifest itself in

01/03/2012 | Data Time | Read More

Mintel: gluten-free sector booms in US but intolerances under diagnosed

The gluten-free industry is booming in the US, growing 27% since 2009 and exceeding $6bn in 2011, according to recent Mintel research. However, despite an increase in popularity and product development, celiac disease and gluten intolerance could be widely undiagnosed, said Mintel. It

23/02/2012 | Data Time, Research | Read More

Pizza restaurants in the US focus on value, new Mintel research reveals

A new report from Mintel shows pizza restaurants in the US are focusing on value in order to draw in customers and expect to see a modest 2.9% sales increase in 2012 as a result. “The competitive nature of the pizza industry

15/02/2012 | Data Time, Research | Read More

Beauty manufacturers target tweens with character merchandising, finds Mintel

Beauty manufacturers are targeting younger consumers, new research from Mintel reveals. It found 61% of girls aged 9-11 would like to wear more makeup than their parents allow. “Between reality stars like the Kardashians and bestselling books like Twilight and

13/02/2012 | Data Time, Research | Read More

Healthy snack manufacturers should leverage consumer benefits, says Mintel

New Mintel research, among healthy snackers, found 44% say they tend to eat healthfully most of the time and 42% make it a point to snack on foods that are healthy.  At the same time, indulgence can be part of

08/02/2012 | Data Time, Research | Read More

Mintel: US consumers find favour with single cup, pod-style coffee

Instant, ground or whole bean coffee are the most popular choices for the at-home barista but single cup coffee still has an audience, according to new Mintel research. It found 17% of coffee drinkers say they prefer their coffee one

31/01/2012 | Data Time, Research | Read More

Mintel recruits vp for beauty division and opens three new offices

Mintel Group has appointed Katie Gross as vice president of its Beauty and Personal Care division for the US and Canada and opened three new offices in the Asia Pacific region in Mumbai, Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.  Gross will report

17/01/2012 | People, Retail News | Read More

Mintel unveils top five US foodservice trends for 2012

Five key trends will shape how foodservice operators in the US appeal to their customers in 2012 with regional and imported menu options, double-sided menus, customisation and time-intensive preparation methods, according to new research by Mintel Menu Insights. Eric Giandelone,

06/12/2011 | Data Time, Research | Read More

Mintel: US consumers unwilling to pay much more for sustainable dining

More than half (57%) of US consumers are willing to pay more for local and sustainable foodservice options but the majority are only willing to pay a mere 1-5% more, according to new research from Mintel. Consumers want and need

15/11/2011 | Data Time, Research | Read More

Pet products category poised for growth, reports Mintel

Spending on pets in the US is expected to maintain a steady pace of growth, increasing by 33% over the next five years, according to new research from Mintel. It found 76% of dog or cat owners consider their pets

31/10/2011 | Retail News | Read More

Mintel: hunting for discounts becomes a competitive sport

Bargain hunting has become an enjoyable pastime rather than a chore for consumers and the trend is set to increase in future, according to new research from Mintel. Mintel data reveals 64% of US mums say they’re spending more time

20/09/2011 | Data Time, Research | Read More
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