North America Market Research

"Nuts, seeds, and trail mix benefit from a relatively healthy, not to mention natural, reputation. Brands leveraging such a reputation should be well-positioned to capitalize on increasing consumer interest in snacking and on healthier snack options, in particular. The challenge for the category ...

"Despite doubling from 2013-18, online grocery sales in the US remain a small proportion of total grocery sales and an even smaller proportion of total eCommerce. Unlike other major product categories, adoption of online shopping in this sector has been slow, namely due to consumers’ strong ...

"The pet food market continues to grow at a slow, steady pace, driven by premiumization and treating as pet owners look to give their pets, viewed as cherished members of the family, the best. Increasingly, pet owners are looking for pet food and treats that measure up to their own dietary ...

"Boosting the importance of breakfast is in order. Only about half of US adults think breakfast is more important than lunch or dinner, down from 2014, and less than half say it sets the tone for their day. Nevertheless, consumption is high. Opportunity for portable options is strong, with few ...

"The grocery industry will become $700+ billion strong within the next five years. During this time, it’s likely that additional mergers and acquisitions will occur as competition inside and outside the industry (eg from restaurants) intensifies. While consumers’ grocery shopping behaviors may be ...