Retail Sound Bites from Kantar: Recent Episodes
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The Retail Sound Bites podcast series provides a provocative view of global retail trends, business issues, and other shopper and retail related news.
In this episode of Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas and Rachel Dalton welcome Sunny Khamkar, a leading food and beverage trends expert, to discuss the forces reshaping the future of foodservice, retail, and consumer dining habits.
From rising food costs and the impact of GLP-1 medications to the growing demand for protein-rich options, global flavors, functional beverages, and personalized meal experiences, Sunny shares the trends transforming menus across restaurants, grocery retailers, and convenience stores. The conversation also explores the rise of prepared meals, the power of limited-time offers, and how retailers can compete for more consumer meal occasions.
Whether you're in retail, foodservice, CPG, or consumer insights, this episode offers a look at the innovations, flavors, and consumer expectations shaping what's next in food and beverage.
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The next billion-dollar brands won't be invented by legacy CPG; they'll be acquired from founders.
On the latest episode of Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas and Rachel Dalton sit down with Danny Stepper, CEO and co-founder of L.A. Libations, to unpack the realities behind scaling a beverage brand.
This conversation dives into what separates brands that break through from those that stall, including the role of retail environments like Costco in elevating challenger brands, and why access to networks, capital, and visibility is becoming just as important as shelf space.
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What if TikTok matters to your business more than Amazon?
On the latest Retail Sound Bites, we explore why TikTok has become one of the most powerful demand engines retail has ever seen.
Featuring Jordan Kremm and Steve Light of L&R Distributors, this episode breaks down how TikTok Shop is reshaping product discovery across generations, why brands are launching on TikTok first, then scaling to retail, how viral moments translate into real, measurable in-store sales, and where most brands are getting TikTok wrong.
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What did NACDS really reveal this year?
In this Retail Sound Bites episode, Rachel Dalton, Leigh O'Donnell, and Barry Thomas share their candid take on the trends, tensions, and leadership moments shaping drug retail right now.
In this conversation, Rachel Dalton, Leigh O'Donnell, and Barry Thomas look beyond the conference agenda to unpack what NACDS really revealed about the state of drug retail. From the implications of GLP‑1 to how retailers are approaching AI adoption, the role of food as medicine, and the push toward more personalized treatment and experiences for shoppers, the discussion connects macro themes to on‑the‑ground reality.
Want more learnings from NACDS 2026? Access NACDS 2026: Kantar's top 8 retail healthcare headlines.
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In this episode of Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas and Rachel Dalton welcome back Andy Murray, former Executive Chairman of Saatchi & Saatchi X and CEO of BigQuest Advisory, to discuss the future of AI through the lens of original research titled Minds on the Machine.
Based on insights from graduating seniors at the University of Arkansas' Walton College of Business, the conversation reveals a strong theme of pragmatic optimism. While students recognize AI's growing role across industries, they are deeply focused on preserving human judgment, creativity, and connection. Andy explains why taste and judgment remain the true human advantage as AI becomes more efficient yet increasingly homogeneous.
The episode explores agentic AI, the future of marketing and commerce, and why brands and retailers must invest not only in technology, but equally in developing human capabilities to thrive in an AI‑enabled world.
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Retail buying groups are reshaping the balance of power in Europe's grocery landscape.
In this episode of Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas and Rachel Dalton are joined by Paida Mugudubi to unpack how buying groups work, why they've grown so influential across Europe, and what they mean for brands navigating pricing, negotiations, private label, and retail media in a world where "nothing stays local."
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Retail Sound Bites marks a major milestone with its 100th episode, celebrating four years of conversations at the intersection of retail, CPG, and commerce transformation. Hosts Barry Thomas and Rachel Dalton kick off the episode by reflecting on the journey so far and spotlighting the top 10 most‑listened‑to episodes from the past four years.
The episode also features Ted Riedel, President of Kantar's North American Retail Practice, and James May, EVP of CPG & Hospitality. In a fast‑paced, candid conversation, they explore:
· How modern health, GLP‑1s, and protein‑led innovation are reshaping portfolios
· Why agentic commerce, AI, and algorithmic decision‑making are the next frontier
· The evolving, often fractured but interdependent relationship between brands and retailers
· Which KPIs matter less today and why incrementality, precision, and proprietary data matter more
· What it really takes to future‑proof a CPG organization in 2026 and beyond
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What will value really mean for food and beverage in 2026?
On the latest episode of Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas and Rachel Dalton sit down with Brian Choi, CEO of The Food Institute, to unpack the forces reshaping the industry, including deeply value‑obsessed consumer to the rise of challenger brands and experience‑led innovation.
🎙️ Key takeaways from the conversation:
- Consumer confidence remains historically low, forcing brands to clearly justify price through either affordability or unmistakable quality
- Gen Z, Gen Alpha, and older shoppers are fragmenting demand, making one‑size‑fits‑all strategies obsolete
- Premiumization isn't disappearing, but it's migrating to value‑oriented retailers like Walmart and Costco
- 2026 is shaping up to be the Year of the Challenger Brand, with speed, authenticity, and flavor‑forward innovation winning
- Health, policy pressure, and global flavors are converging to redefine what "winning" products look like
If you're leading strategy in CPG, retail, or food service, this episode is a must‑listen.
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In this episode of Retail Sound Bites, Barry and Rachel are joined by Amar Singh and David Marcotte for a rapid‑fire download on everything we saw, heard, and learned at NRF 2026: Retail's Big Show.
From global tech innovation to the rise of agentic commerce, frictionless checkout, robotics, synthetic data, and the power of creators, this episode is packed with the signals shaping the next era of retail.
🎧 Highlights include: • Why data is king and trust is the new currency in AI‑powered retail • Emerging global tech players redefining innovation • RFID's leap into frictionless checkout + storewide intelligence • What Lowe's, Walmart, Google, and Ralph Lauren are doing to accelerate AI adoption • The growing influence of creators, community, and under‑priced attention Listen in for the trends that matter and what they mean for retailers, brands, and the future of commerce. Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast.
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In this episode of Retail Sound Bites, Jeff Maloy, vice president of retail, sales, and shopper, and Rohan Mazumdar, vice president of retail consulting, at Kantar, join hosts Rachel Dalton and Barry Thomas in a discussion about this year's PoweRanking® findings.
Kantar's PoweRanking® report is the industry's leading assessment of best-in-class manufacturers and retailers. In an annual survey, companies are ranked on a range of factors, from strategic metrics to business fundamentals, capturing input from several key industry leaders.
This year's report found that in a year defined by market fluctuation and growth challenges, "relevance" is key to joint retailer and manufacturer growth.
View the executive summary to understand how to win the relevance battle and learn strategic imperatives for 2026 and beyond.
Exclusive | NYC's Meadow Lane gourmet grocery debuts amid affordability crisis | New York Post
First Walmart-branded store opens in Africa | Chain Store Age
The AI trifecta transforming CPG and retail
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https://news.adobe.com/news/2025/12/adobe-cyber-monday-hits-record
In this episode of Retail Sound Bites, Rachel Dalton and Anna Estlund, VP of strategy, insights, and analytics at Pernod Ricard, discuss five critical steps to turn insights into real-time activation for commercial teams. They also discuss the blurring boundaries between alcohol and non-alcohol categories, the rise of modern health and moderation trends, premiumization despite economic headwinds, and more.
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https://kriq.kantarretailiq.com/en/p-iq/insights/blogs/top-10-lessons-from-the-create-2025-restaurant-show
The 2025 Retail Intelligence Report | Progressive Grocer
https://www.grocerydive.com/news/amazon-whole-foods-store-within-store-automated-micro-fulfillment/804749/
https://www.businessinsider.com/tiktok-shop-exec-ai-is-powerful-tool-for-ecommerce-fraud-2025-11
https://www.modernretail.co/technology/walmart-adds-ai-generated-audio-summaries-to-select-product-pages/
In this episode, Rachel Dalton and Barry Thomas sit down with Bala Gurumoorthy, VP of Category Management at Ferrero USA, to discuss the evolving landscape of convenience retail and the future of category management.
Together, they uncover fantastic insights from the recent NACS event, Ferrero's approach to omnichannel strategy, and how category management is transforming from a back-office function to a true growth driver.
A few of our favorite insights from Bala:
- "Category management is evolving from back office to growth architect."
- "Don't just report the news—create the news."
- "Be bold. Stay current. Stay externally focused."
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/retail-ai-chatbot-consumers/803573/
Dollar Tree enhances multi-price strategy with AI
Playbook: 5 Shopper Missions Every Category Manager Should Be Watching | Path to Purchase Institute
https://www.retaildive.com/news/retail-ai-chatbot-consumers/803573/
https://www.cnbc.com/2025/10/21/wawa-stealing-customers-from-wendys-burger-king-starbucks.html
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/10/26/style/nordstrom-catalog.html
In this special episode of Retail Sound Bites, we unpack the most compelling themes and takeaways from three powerhouse industry events—Shoptalk, Groceryshop, and Velocity. Hosts Barry Thomas and Rachel Dalton are joined by two of Kantar’s leading voices in shopper intelligence: Leigh O'Donnell, Head of Shopper and Category Insights, and Julie Craig, Vice President of Shopper Insights.
Together, they explore how the retail landscape is evolving across formats, cultures, and consumer behaviors. From the lasting impact of GLP-1 medications on grocery shopping habits to the reinvention of the in-store experience, this episode dives into the forces reshaping how shoppers engage with brands. The conversation also highlights the rise of omnichannel strategies, the growing influence of Latino consumers, and the importance of cultural relevance in building brand loyalty.
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“Smaller households mean different product configurations, different product features, different ways of taking them to market… Even the fact of the aging population emphasizes certain categories and new benefits that these older consumers will desire. So, these forces point to new pockets of opportunity.”
In this episode of Retail Sound Bites, we welcome Oksana Sobol, consumer insights lead at Clorox, for a timely discussion on the forces shaping consumer demand. Oksana unpacks how economic volatility, shifting demographics, and evolving attitudes are redefining what and how consumers buy. From the rise of single-person households to the priority of time, she shares actionable insights for CPG, retail, and manufacturing leaders navigating today’s complex landscape.
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How Aldi revamped its social media strategy — and why it’s working | Grocery Dive
OpenAI takes on Google, Amazon with new agentic shopping system | TechCrunch
https://www.retaildive.com/news/retail-beauty-sephora-product-incentivized-reviews/761081/
https://www.cnbc.com/2025/09/14/amazon-product-reviews-ai-customers-online-shopping.html
https://www.modernretail.co/technology/tiktok-is-talking-to-brands-like-its-a-grocer-now/
What happens when neuroscience meets AI in the world of CPG? We sat down with Dr. Pradeep, CEO of Sensory AI and a pioneer in NeuroAI, to explore how the nonconscious mind and large language models are transforming innovation, marketing, and product development.
🎧 In this episode, you’ll hear:
- Why “the action is in the nonconscious”—and how uncovering hidden consumer desires leads to breakthrough innovation.
- How blending neuroscience with GenAI is unlocking new ways to predict, persuade, and create in the CPG space.
- Why LLMs (like ChatGPT) are more like the human brain than you think—and how brands can “seduce and persuade” algorithms for better findability and engagement.
- The future of Desire Labs and what it means for legacy brands and challenger startups alike.
💡 Favorite quote:
“The action is in the nonconscious, in the dark out there, nobody's looking there. That's where innovation lies.” — Dr. Pradeep
If you’re passionate about the future of retail, CPG, AI, or just love hearing from true innovators, this episode is for you!
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/best-buy-builds-retail-media-in-store-takeovers-sports-deals/760606/
https://www.forbes.com/sites/brucejapsen/2025/09/22/as-glp-1-drugs-take-off-walmart-expands-specialty-pharmacy-delivery/
https://www.cnn.com/2025/09/23/business/amazon-fresh-stores-uk-close-intl
https://www.restaurantbusinessonline.com/financing/where-are-fast-food-customers-going-check-out-grocery-store
https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2025/09/02/the-future-of-packaging-data-storytelling-engagement/?utm_source=newsletter_daily&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=03-Sep-2025&cid=DM1231868&bid=783426202
https://adage.com/brand-marketing/aa-four-ways-brands-handle-value-dilemma/
Personalization, engagement, and “food as medicine” programs are shaping the future of preventive care.
This episode features a conversation with Jared Childs and Julie Fleisher from Soda Health; a company focused on improving access to preventive healthcare through benefits platforms. Barry Thomas and Rachel Dalton sat down with Jarden and Julie to explore how their innovative platform is transforming healthcare access for millions of Medicare Advantage members. Discover how Soda Health connects brands, retailers, and health plans to empower older consumers with easy-to-use benefits cards for OTC products, healthy food, and more.
Tune in to learn how Soda Health is driving collaboration, closed-loop analytics, and meaningful outcomes for consumers and partners alike!
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Smoothie King launches a food menu nationwide, a first for the brand
As Publishers Face Search Headwinds, Creators Gain Affiliate Spend
The most powerful retail media screen is already in stores
https://www.retaildive.com/news/macys-partners-amazon-retail-ads-holidays/758719/
https://www.modernretail.co/operations/many-target-stores-will-stop-fulfilling-online-orders/
https://fortune.com/2025/08/25/keurig-dr-pepper-peets-coffee-18-billion/
Agility drives challenger brand success in traditional retail – and the same holds true in beauty.
Barry Thomas and Rachel Dalton just wrapped an inspiring conversation with Brian King, chief customer officer at RoC Skincare, on Episode 90 of Retail Sound Bites. Brian shares his journey from leading teams at CPG legacy brands to scaling a challenger brand with startup agility. From 20 consecutive quarters of market share growth to embracing digital-first strategies, this episode is packed with insights on innovation, consumer obsession, and retail media. A must-listen for anyone navigating the evolving beauty and CPG landscape!
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More states ban soda and ‘junk food’ purchases from SNAP benefits | Food Dive
Restaurant chains feel the pinch as US consumers tighten their belts
Retail media network’s missing voice? The shopper
https://www.cnbc.com/2025/08/10/gen-ai-comes-online-checkout-seismic-shift-internet-shopping.html
https://www.modernretail.co/marketing/how-brands-are-using-sampling-to-win-over-parents-during-back-to-school-season/
https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/warby-parker-95-glasses-f7a6ceed?mod=retail_more_article_pos2
Traditional ecommerce and social commerce are diverging, with social commerce platforms like TikTok Shop showing significant growth and engagement.
Hear from Charlotte Harris, senior analyst at Kantar, as she walks through discovery-led journeys through social media, modern retail activations, changing shopper expectations, and more with hosts Barry Thomas and Rachel Dalton on episode 89 of Retail Sound Bites.
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Goodbye Fancy Bar, Hello At-Home Pizza Party: Young Americans Cut Back – WSJ
Private Label on the Rise: Value, Trust & Innovation Take Centre Stage – Anuga 2025 Reveal – International Supermarket News
Rewriting the activation playbook: 10 key takeaways
Ulta Acquires Space NK to Propel U.K. Expansion Under CEO Kecia Steelman
Dollar Tree completes $1B sale of Family Dollar | Retail Dive
Prime Day 2025 recap
There are three things that retailers must do to create stronger connections with shoppers: when the customer walks in the store, make them smile, make them hungry, and do what the competition can’t or won’t do.
Hear from Kevin Coupe, author and prime storyteller at morningbeatnews.com, as he highlights several pressing issues in retail today, including consolidation, threats like tariffs and inflation, omnichannel expansion, and more, with Barry Thomas and Rachel Dalton on episode 88 of Retail Sound Bites.
This episode also features Erica Smith, shopper insights analyst, who uncovers key findings from our recent Hispanic shopper research.
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Kroger CEO Ron Sargent Highlights Shift Toward Health-Conscious and Premium Shopping Trends – International Supermarket News
Pepsico's Poppi Acquisition: Non-organic Growth in CPG
The 4 levels of agentic AI commerce and emerging shopper paths
https://www.modernretail.co/operations/sams-club-is-now-delivering-pizzas-but-its-not-trying-to-be-the-next-dominos/
https://www.reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/jm-smucker-remove-artificial-food-dyes-by-end-2027-2025-06-26/
https://www.forbes.com/sites/shelleykohan/2025/07/01/sephora-takes-on-prime-day-shopping-with-lyft-partnership/
Great creativity requires constraints. The presence of media, data, and technology partners at events like Cannes creates new opportunities and constraints that enhance creative culture.
Hear from Andy Murray, Founder & CEO of bigQuest Advisory, Inc., as he explores emerging technology, deepening consumer engagement and insights, and what’s next for Cannes with Barry Thomas and Rachel Dalton on episode 87 of Retail Sound Bites.
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https://kriq.kantarretailiq.com/en/p-iq/insights/blogs/top-10-takeaways-from-the-2025-digital-food-and-beverage-summit
https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/company-news/amazon-ceo-andy-jassy-on-generative-ai
https://www.cnbc.com/2025/06/17/amazon-extends-prime-day-to-four-days-starting-july-8-.html
https://chainstoreage.com/walmart-target-compete-prime-day
https://www.wsj.com/business/deals/spartannash-to-be-acquired-by-c-s-wholesale-grocers-3472799f?mod=retail_news_article_pos1
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Is volatility our new normal? As tariff policies change frequently, uncertainty is likely to be the new normal for the foreseeable future, making long-term planning and decision-making more challenging. Hear from Kantar’s Doug Hermanson and David Marcotte as they join Barry Thomas and Rachel Dalton on episode 86 of Kantar’s Retail Sound Bites to discuss global tariffs, policy changes, and impacts to shoppers and supply chain.
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The drug channel in the US is undergoing significant changes, with CVS and Walgreens trying to reposition themselves as health and wellness destinations but facing challenges such as store closures and shopper shifts to other channels. Hear from Kantar’s Amar Singh and Leigh O’Donnell as they join Barry Thomas and Rachel Dalton on episode 85 of Kantar’s Retail Sound Bites to discuss current health and wellness trends, the state of the drug channel, and more.
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Consumers and customers must remain at the heart of every decision, regardless of your industry. Hear from Julie Hamilton, former Chief Commercial Officer and Head of Global Sales at Diageo PLC, as she joins Kantar’s Barry Thomas and Rachel Dalton on episode 84 of Kantar’s Retail Sound Bites to discuss customer value creation, world-class customer leadership, career navigation, and more.
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Adaptability, collaboration, and authenticity are traits that can get you far as a professional and leader. Hear from Cathy Horgan, foodservice and on-premise lead for OLIPOP, and Stephen Horgan, co-founder of InterContinental Beverage Capital, as they join Kantar’s Barry Thomas and Rachel Dalton on episode 83 of Kantar’s Retail Sound Bites to discuss career progression, leadership, and finding brand growth as CPG veterans.
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Will the tradition SEO we’ve come to know and master soon become obsolete? As generative AI reshapes search, learn what’s next from James Cadwallader, co-founder and CEO of Profound, as he joins Kantar’s Barry Thomas and Rachel Dalton on episode 81 of Kantar’s Retail Sound Bites to discuss traditional to predictive search, new digital shelf strategies, human discovery, and more.
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Disruption is inevitable for US retailers and suppliers in the months ahead. Discover provocative and transparent ways to combat challenges ahead from Marissa DeMaio, Vice President of Marketing and Retail Sales Atalanta Corporation, as she joins Kantar’s Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, on episode 81 of Kantar’s Retail Sound Bites to discuss solution-based selling, product innovation, winning in club, and more.
This episode also features Doug Hermanson, Kantar’s principal economist, who dives into the macroeconomic state of retail.
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It’s time to break through the complexities surrounding AI and its implementation across retail. Kiri Master, retail media and expert and host of Retail Media Breakfast Club, joins Kantar’s Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, on episode 80 of Kantar’s Retail Sound Bites the powerfully transformative AI agents that have the potential to change the game in retail media.
This episode also features Julie Craig, Kantar’s vice president of shopper insights, who dives into the issues most pressing to shoppers.
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Kantar’s annual industry benchmarking report PoweRanking® identifies retailers and suppliers that set the standard of performance, ranked by their trading partners. Download your complimentary executive summary to discover this year's rankings. Rohan Mazumdar, vice president of retail consulting at Kantar, and Jeff Maloy, senior vice president of consulting at Kantar, join Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, on episode 78 of Kantar’s Retail Sound Bites to discuss intensified retailer concerns about shoppers' reluctance to spend more on consumer goods.
Discover more findings in Kantar's PoweRanking® 2024
This episode also features Doug Hermanson, Kantar’s principal economist, who dives into the macroeconomic state of retail, post-tariff implications in the US, and more.
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Storytelling is crucial in category strategy, creating narratives that resonate with consumers, retailers, and internal teams, aiming for a triple win. Stephen Aramburu, category strategy manager, frozen meals, Nestlé, joins Kantar’s Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, on episode 78 of Kantar’s Retail Sound Bites to discuss identifying growth opportunities in category management, and product innovation in the face of trends like GLP-1.
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https://www.cnbc.com/2025/01/27/nvidia-calls-chinas-deepseek-r1-model-an-excellent-ai-advancement.html
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/27/technology/what-is-deepseek-china-ai.html
https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/company-news/jason-buechel-whole-foods-market-worldwide-grocery-store
https://www.retaildive.com/news/dollar-general-expanding-private-label-clover-valley/738339/
Here's why Dutch Bros outperformed Starbucks last year
Walmart will now let suppliers test products in its customers' homes
Danone’s yogurt sales surge among US consumers using GLP-1 drugs | Food Dive
With competition for the digital shelf at an all-time high, how can you make your products stand out, look attractive, and drive conversions? Lindsey Aitken, senior director of ecommerce planning at Coca-Cola, joins Kantar’s Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, on episode 77 of Kantar’s Retail Sound Bites to discuss the future of the digital shelf.
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https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/food-fight-with-kroger-spells-trouble-for-albertsons-279eb4b8?mod=retail_news_article_pos5
https://www.cnbc.com/2024/12/05/dollar-general-tests-same-day-delivery-as-discounter-chases-walmart.html
https://chainstoreage.com/2025-look-ahead-year-retail-tech
RFK Jr.’s regulatory earthquake: Five impacts on FMCGs
https://www.numerator.com/resources/blog/walgreens-store-closures-hit-home/
Taco Bell is testing a beverage concept called Live Más Café
Amazon’s ecosystem is robust and diverse, with growth accelerating across retail, fulfilment, entertainment, and services. As Andy Jassy puts it, “progress is made across all facets of Amazon, perhaps none more so than the continued reacceleration in AWS growth.” Justin Honaman, head of retail and consumer goods industry strategy and business development team at Amazon Web Services, joins Kantar’s Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, on episode 76 of Kantar’s Retail Sound Bites to discuss AWS’s rapid rise to fame across retail and CPG organizations.
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Taco Bell is testing a beverage concept called Live Más Café
https://www.numerator.com/resources/blog/walgreens-store-closures-hit-home/
RFK Jr.’s regulatory earthquake: Five impacts on FMCGs
https://chainstoreage.com/2025-look-ahead-year-retail-tech
https://www.cnbc.com/2024/12/05/dollar-general-tests-same-day-delivery-as-discounter-chases-walmart.html
https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/food-fight-with-kroger-spells-trouble-for-albertsons-279eb4b8?mod=retail_news_article_pos5
In the heat of economic pressures, market dynamics, and retailer shifts, shopper sentiment has triggered the expansion of private labels in the US. Tom Bailey, senior analyst of consumer foods at Rabobank, joins Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, on episode 75 of Kantar’s Retail Sound Bites to discuss private labels uprising in US grocery stores.
This episode also features Doug Hermanson, Kantar’s principal economist, who dives into the macroeconomic state of retail and post-election predictions.
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https://www.rabobank.com/knowledge/q011443795-with-wind-in-its-sails-us-private-label-charts-its-path-to-growth
https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2024/12/02/ecommerce-value-channels-drive-up-cpg-volumes/
https://www.restaurantbusinessonline.com/financing/it-was-ugly-quarter-fast-food-business
https://www.ndtvprofit.com/business/zepto-to-blinkit-impulse-buying-drives-quick-commerce-boom-as-kirana-stores-struggle-report
https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2024/12/03/black-friday-cyber-monday-holiday-shoppers/76590647007/
https://www.retaildive.com/news/dicks-sporting-goods-simone-biles-dak-prescott-texas-holiday-campaign/734163/
https://www.businessinsider.com/tiktok-drove-100-million-in-us-black-friday-sales-livestream-2024-12
A CMO’s world encompasses more than media. Aisha Khan, Executive Director of Global Commerce Acceleration at GroupM, under WPP, joins Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, on episode 74 of Kantar’s Retail Sound Bites to discuss the vast decisions and practices on a CMO’s mind when it comes to retail media networks, upskilling, and innovation.
This episode also features Mary Brett Whitfield, Kantar’s senior vice president of shopper insights, who dives into a preview of the holiday season.
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https://massmarketretailers.com/circana-hispanic-consumers-drive-16-of-total-u-s-cpg-growth/
https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/amazon-one-medical-pharmacy-prescriptions-common-conditions
https://kriq.kantarretailiq.com/en/p-iq/insights/blogs/agentic-ai-what-it-means-for-the-enterprise-and-fmcgs?utm_campaign=RetailIQ&utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=social&utm_content=Agentic_AI
https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/affordable-products-amazon-20-dollars-and-under
https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/18/business/ev-chargers-store-parking-lots.html?searchResultPosition=8
https://www.wsj.com/articles/taco-bell-and-kfcs-owner-says-ai-driven-marketing-is-boosting-purchases-ab3a5f36?page=1
In episode 73 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, welcome Lisa Matos, vice president, sales capabilities and commerce at Conagra Brands, to discuss the challenges and opportunities CPGs face while navigating retail media networks.
This episode also features Doug Hermanson, principal economist, who dives into the macroeconomic state of retail.
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Inside Amazon’s AI Cloud Strategy with AWS CEO Matt Garman – WSJ
Kroger begins rollout of RFID tech to fresh departments | Grocery Dive
Better-for-you candy brands go all in on Halloween
https://www.restaurantbusinessonline.com/financing/7-eleven-open-500-food-focused-stores
https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2024/10/16/US-private-label-grocery-market-to-hit-25-30-share?utm_source=newsletter_daily&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=16-Oct-2024&cid=DM1163875&bid=529561310#
Walmart goes live with same-day pharmacy delivery | Chain Store Age
In episode 72 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, and Julie Craig, vice president of shopper insights, recap Groceryshop 2024 with Kantar’s top 10 insights from the event. Kantar also welcomes Ryan Roberts, executive vice president and chief merchandising officer, Hy-Vee, live at the event to discuss the retailer’s strategy, approaching holiday promotions, and more.
Read more: Groceryshop 2024: Kantar’s top 10 insights
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In episode 71 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, welcome Buff Greebe, executive director, SKU, to discuss emerging CPG brands, resources founders need to accelerate the growth of their brands, and much more
This episode also features Doug Hermanson, principal economist, who dives into the macroeconomic state of retail.
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Harris Teeter launches HT Traders Ready Made Meals line (supermarketnews.com)
Bold Prices. Bold Packaging for PENNY - Interviews (adforum.com)
The autonomous FMCG organization on the horizon (kantarretailiq.com)
https://www.cnbc.com/2024/09/24/this-latin-american-e-commerce-platform-is-beating-amazon-in-2024-.html
https://www.wsj.com/health/healthcare/cvs-board-conducts-strategic-review-of-company-81dc996f?mod=retail_news_article_pos1
https://www.grocerydive.com/news/amazon-fresh-new-stores-grocery-supermarkets/728044/
In episode 70 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, welcome Gina Logan, principal analyst, Kantar, to club channel trends, innovations in tech, corporate supply chain mergers between Sam’s Club and Walmart, holiday season preview and predictions, and much more.
This episode also features Mary Brett Whitfield, senior vice president of shopper insights, to discuss shopper expectations across the club channel.
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https://progressivegrocer.com/convenience-stores-embrace-private-brands?utm_source=swiftmail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=PG_NL_Daily5&mkt_tok=ODI1LUxTUC01NDUAAAGVvUwyCssXEQ9SahDE8lFCT_IyvmnD5wNWcN7qI11d8di7Cwrk3eB9MgotxiWci-w-hd41YwE_2Nz-jb3DobhfjpzK_2WbhrIOHHAiTwvpaJo
https://insideretail.asia/2024/09/16/7-eleven-philippines-teams-up-with-pokemon-for-merch-and-in-store-experience/
https://kriq.kantarretailiq.com/en/p-iq/insights/blogs/eight-insights-into-the-future-of-market-research?utm_campaign=RetailIQ&utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=social&utm_content=Market_Research
https://www.wsj.com/economy/central-banking/fed-cuts-rates-by-half-percentage-point-03566d82
https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/dollar-stores-expanding-sales-lag-8118cb7d?mod=retail_news_article_pos4
https://www.retaildive.com/news/instacart-diversifying-tech-ad-partners-grocery-ecommerce/727404/
In episode 69 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, welcome Jonathan Maze, editor-in-chief, Restaurant Business Magazine, to discuss food service trends, restaurant bankruptcies, loyalty programs, and more.
This episode also features Julie Craig, vice president of shopper insights, to discuss Gen Z expectations in the grocery store.
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https://www.wsj.com/health/pharma/eli-lilly-zepbound-vials-weight-loss-drug-9b568ae5?mod=health_lead_story
https://www.qsrmagazine.com/sponsored_content/62-percent-of-americans-are-eating-less-fast-food/
https://www.forestshipping.com/top-US-E-commerce-platforms-of-2024-amazon-leads-tiktok-soars#:~:text=07-,Top%20U.S.%20E%2Dcommerce%20Platforms,2024%3A%20Amazon%20Leads%2C%20TikTok%20Soars&text=On%20July%202%2C%20according%20to,are%20poised%20to%20surpass%20Walmart.
https://www.wsj.com/us-news/law/kroger-and-albertsons-defend-merger-with-food-prices-in-political-crosshairs-3b57da33?mod=retail_more_article_pos14
https://www.cnbc.com/2024/08/24/two-day-shipping-americans-expect-faces-climate-change-threat.html
https://nrf.com/blog/2024-hot-25-retailers
In episode 68 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, welcome Marc Glovsky, senior brand strategist, at Kantar to discuss Kantar's latest evidence-based framework for marketers, Blueprint for Brand Growth.
Access Kantar's Blueprint for Brand Growth
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In episode 67 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, welcome a panel of Gen Z shoppers including Misha Jethwa, Taylre Stumpf, Jake Kalotai, and Vidusshi Hingad, to discuss how, where, and why they shop.
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In episode 66 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss best-in-class uses of AI in retail with Mischa McInerney, CMO, Digital Marketing Institute.
This episode also features Julie Craig, vice president of shopper insights at Kantar, to discuss how politics are impacting shopping.
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In episode 65 of Kantar’s Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss challenger brands, mergers and acquisitions, and more with Richard Baum, managing partner of Consumer Growth Partners, Kara Posner, partner at Giannuzzi Lewendon, and Patrick McKeever, publisher of The Daily on Retail.
This episode also features Kantar’s principal economist, Doug Hermanson, who dives into the macroeconomic state of retail ahead of the 2024 US presidential election.
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In episode 64 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss category management, leadership, and best practices with Chris Perry, chief learning officer, firstmovr.
This episode also features Mary Brett Whitfield, senior vice president of shopper insights at Kantar, to discuss welcomed trends being tracked in Kantar's ShopperScape data.
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In episode 63 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss eB2B and digital commerce disruptions, revenue growth management, and more with David Martin, group digital director, Coca-Cola Europacific Partners.
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In episode 62 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss challenger brand disruption across direct-to-consumer brands with Eric Ryan, co-founder of method, OLLY, Welly, Cast, and WILL Perform.
This episode also features Julie Craig, vice president of shopper insights, to discuss the changing role of the store and shoppers’ expectations.
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In episode 61 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss challenger brand disruption in the beverage industry with Danny Stepper, CEO & Co-founder at L.A. Libations and Globestepper Productions.
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In episode 60 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss findings from the 2024 NACDS Annual Conference with Amar Singh, senior director of retail insights, at Kantar.
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In episode 59 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss portfolio management, health and wellness trends, and upskilling initiatives with global CEO and tenured leader, Don Kerrigan.
This episode also features Mary Brett Whitfield, Kantar's senior vice president of shopper insights, who sheds light on recent shopper trends.
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In episode 58 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss digital commerce and omnichannel advancements made at Sam's Club with executive vice president and chief growth officer Diana Marshall.
This episode also features Doug Hermanson, Kantar's principal economist, who sheds light on the current macroeconomic state of the retail industry.
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In episode 57 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the immense AI and technology advancements being made in retail with Ram Iyer, senior director, digital strategy and ecommerce at Microsoft.
This episode also features Julie Craig, vice president of shopper insights at Kantar, to discuss sustainability sentiment among shoppers.
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In episode 56 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss recent retail headlines with Melissa Daniels, senior reporter, at Modern Retail.
This episode also features Doug Hermanson, Kantar's principal economist, who sheds light on the current macroeconomic state of the retail industry.
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In episode 55 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss global mergers and acquisitions with David Marcotte, senior vice president, and Paida Mugudubi, head of retail insights, at Kantar.
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In episode 54 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the rise of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs and the forecasted implications on the food and beverage industries with Leigh O’Donnell, head of shopper and category insights, and Patricia Gregory, global analytics lead, at Kantar.
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Learn more about GLP-1, other injectable medication usage, and shopper attitudes in our latest study GLP-1 & Injectable Medications.
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In episode 53 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss ten principles for customer-centric in-store communication with Andy Murray, Founder & CEO of bigQuest Advisory, Inc.
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In episode 52 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss innovations found at the National Retail Federation: The Big Show 2024 with Amar Singh, senior director at Kantar.
This episode also features Doug Hermanson, Kantar's principle economist, who provides an update on the current macroeconomic state and the impacts on retail.
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In episode 51 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss challenger brand disruption, Kantar's Brand Glee research, and what was driving this growth in the Digital Age.
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Find the Brand Glee report here: https://www.kantar.com/campaigns/brand-glee
In episode 50 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, review the top 5 Retail Sound Bites episodes for 2023.
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https://foodinstitute.com/foodservice/rash-of-restaurant-bankruptcies-festers/
https://www.modernretail.co/operations/ghost-kitchens-are-making-a-post-pandemic-pivot-to-survive/
https://www.restaurantbusinessonline.com/consumer-trends/cost-conscious-consumers-trade-down-restaurants-c-stores?utm_source=Marketo&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=NL_RB_Daily_12-04-23_09:00&LID=31047835&sp_eh=b916528510a241cbec1185fc235c72e6cf716cffb6f5a37ecbac71a5fe4804c8&mkt_tok=NTYxLVpOUC04OTcAAAGP1FSLxOpf0k4BB_D-b8vtIVfAoqcN3dlb3jbG_ceS2nVzEoJ01zREmrXBUjcvwLgq4ybFfBUd_TDii4uPklfGzA864QCywnfC_eXxT6-oCxINUIsx
https://www.cnbc.com/2023/12/11/macys-receives-5point8-billion-buyout-offer-sources-say.html
https://www.retailtouchpoints.com/topics/market-news/investors-propose-to-take-macys-private-with-5-8-billion-buyout-bid
https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/the-rise-of-temus-chinese-parent-will-reshape-e-commerce-439c7c1b?mod=retail_more_article_pos5
https://www.retaildive.com/news/retail-ceo-executive-exits/699514/
In episode 49 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the current landscape and future forecasts of Latin American retail Willem Schol, Board of Director Member, Management Consultant and Founder and President of America Retail, and David Marcotte, SVP, at Kantar.
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https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/black-friday-spending-was-strong-how-people-pay-for-gifts-is-upending-retailers-e783ba2e?mod=retail_news_article_pos1
https://www.cbc.ca/news/business/some-retailers-scaling-back-self-checkouts-1.7034047
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/24/business/what-is-black-friday.html
https://www.restaurantbusinessonline.com/consumer-trends/lower-grocery-inflation-pulling-consumers-away-restaurants-study-finds
Instacart Debuts New Discovery Tools for Emerging Brands | Progressive Grocer
https://www.reuters.com/breakingviews/brandings-corporate-titans-face-moment-truth-2023-11-22/
GLP-1 drugs are gaining popularity as an innovative solution to weight loss. With almost 43% of the US population being obese, this presents a strategic opportunity for the healthcare industry. Only 20% of Semaglutide users experience side effects, and the significant advertising spending by Rx manufacturers is driving demand for this new class of weight loss drugs.
In episode 48 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss GLP-1 medications and their influence on the retail landscape with nurse practitioners Leslie Thomas and Cathy Watkins lead the Signature Image Medical Spa in Atlanta, GA.
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https://www.signatureimageatlanta.com/
OpenAI’s new GPTs now let uses create custom versions of ChatGPT www.openai.com
Viral streamer partners with Kellogg’s veteran to launch BFY snack company https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/food/2023/11/13/twitch-streamer-pokimane-launches-myna-snacks/71136108007/
Pizza Hut’s ‘Your Mood, Your Pizza’ campaign uses AI to suggest items www.dominos.com
https://www.wsj.com/business/ozempic-impact-snack-food-companies-9eec87e5?mod=retail_more_article_pos45
https://www.cnn.com/2023/11/13/business/self-checkout-stores-shopping/index.html
https://www.cnbc.com/2023/11/10/amazon-top-fresh-exec-says-store-reopenings-part-of-grocery-revamp.html
In episode 47 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the Sam Walton College of Business' new retail media networks research study and the reports findings with Andy Murray, CEO of bigQuest, and Dr. Rodney Thomas, Director of the Undergraduate Supply Chain Management Program and an Associate Professor of Supply Chain Management in the Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas.
Read the report here: https://walton.uark.edu/customer-centric-leadership/blog/retail-media-networks-2023.php#downloady
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In episode 46 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss Baby Boomers, snacking and breakfast occasions, loyalty, and more with Julia Wilkinson, Head of Insights, and Melissa Davies, Director, Consumer Insights, at Kellanova.
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Our white paper details the six retail themes identified for navigating a path to growth during a period of economic volatility and rapid digital acceleration. Dive into each theme with greater detail and clear, actionable implications. Download here: https://www.kantar.com/campaigns/retail-in-2024-and-beyond
https://www.wsj.com/real-estate/commercial/strip-malls-are-the-new-king-of-retail-real-estate-313c885c
https://www.pymnts.com/news/retail/2023/walmart-debuts-117-remodeled-stores-modern-highly-connected-design/
https://www.retaildive.com/news/ups-acquires-happy-returns-reverse-logistics/697958/
https://www.grocerydive.com/news/sprouts-debuts-private-label-holiday-line/698022/
Unlocking value in CPG and retail: The role of AI factories (kantarretailiq.com)
In episode 45 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss best-in-class customer marketing and innovation in the beverage alcohol industry with Erin Hannon, Senior Director, Customer Marketing and Activation at the E&J Gallo Winery.
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Our white paper details the six retail themes identified for navigating a path to growth during a period of economic volatility and rapid digital acceleration. Dive into each theme with greater detail and clear, actionable implications. Download here: https://retailiq.kantar.com/retail2024whitepaper
https://www.cnbc.com/2023/10/16/rite-aid-files-for-bankruptcy-amid-slowing-sales-opioid-litigation.html
https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/rite-aid-bankruptcy-filing-opioid-a7e9ffe5?mod=retail_news_article_pos1
https://www.npr.org/2023/10/14/1205971022/netflix-house-brick-and-mortar-locations
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/10/15/business/goodwill-goodwillfinds-ecommerce.html?searchResultPosition=1
Walmart Connect Introduces Academy Ad Certification | Progressive Grocer
Tirzepatide Weight Loss Patients Lost 64 Lbs. on Average: Study (insider.com)
Gen Z’s affordability crisis and the CPG brand impact (kantarretailiq.com)
In episode 44 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss DE&I initiatives and innovation with Kent Montgomery, Senior Vice President, Industry Relations & Multicultural Development at PepsiCo, North America.
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Coles introduces body-worn cameras to fight theft and violence in stores | news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site
Britain’s shoplifting spree forces retailers to fund police crackdown (afr.com)
SAM I am: Security robot roams the sidewalks at Crocker Park - cleveland.com
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/14/technology/instacart-public-ads.html?searchResultPosition=20
https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/walmart-goes-all-in-on-africa-147e6ef0?mod=retail_more_article_pos6
https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/amazon-announces-prime-big-deal-days-2023-date
https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/amazon-prime-big-deal-days-faq
In episode 43 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss expanding omnichannel capabilities, AI's impact to the digital shelf, DTC, and more with Vince Jones, SVP, General Manager and Head of Ecommerce at PepsiCo.
Have a topic you’d like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar’s Retail Sound Bites Podcast.
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/14/technology/instacart-public-ads.html?searchResultPosition=20
https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/walmart-goes-all-in-on-africa-147e6ef0?mod=retail_more_article_pos6
https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/amazon-announces-prime-big-deal-days-2023-date
https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/amazon-prime-big-deal-days-faq
In episode 42 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss consumer-first approach to brand management, sustainability, and more with Cherie Leonard, Director of Insights, North America at Colgate-Palmolive.
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https://adage.com/article/marketing-news-strategy/gen-zs-cpg-buying-habits-and-ad-preferences-revealed-tinuiti-study/2512616?utm_source=ad-age-wake-up-call-thursday&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20230823&utm_content=hero-headline
https://www.consumeraffairs.com/finance/comparing-the-costs-of-generations.html
https://www.restaurantdive.com/news/late-night-traffic-rising-fast-food-chains/691853/
https://www.tennessean.com/story/money/2023/09/05/why-tennessee-based-tractor-supply-co-plans-to-open-100s-more-stores/70605091007/
https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/tractor-supply-won-over-city-slickers-now-it-needs-to-keep-themand-farmers-e97ed4fa?mod=retail\_news\_article\_pos2
https://www.cnbc.com/2023/09/01/walgreens-ceo-roz-brewer-steps-down.html
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/01/business/rosalind-brewer-walgreens.html?searchResultPosition=1
In episode 41 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the future of the CPG and retail industries with John Carroll, President of Acosta Group's Digital Commerce and Advanced Analytics.
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Kantar's Retail Media Networks Benchmarking Study
https://progressivegrocer.com/qr-codes-family-dollar-help-shoppers-make-better-self-care-decisions
https://www.wsj.com/articles/amazon-cuts-dozens-of-house-brands-as-it-battles-costs-regulators-3f6ad56d?page=1
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/retail-theft-walmart-home-depot-target-detail-unacceptable-amount-of-crime-172928039.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAALw_DxlKfP_eU6cy5dzfAUcZk1ClzFej62SgRbewCdrC2LP42gqaKZ_pgIhCQWpRW9o7m2Fm1Nr5OZSngwMvVZBYXJTlSn00j_U2cx9pxhWY8_YUl6Bf9pRpL7BkA7tdMmGk9DuuBhlrXkSrqru2ZgXNT_-aNauqo4AbtfYfRtw7
https://www.wsj.com/business/hospitality/kraft-heinz-sees-a-25-billion-opportunity-it-starts-with-lunchables-372fb82f?mod=business_lead_pos1
Dollar General expanding produce availability, extending Feeding America partnership | Produce News (theproducenews.com)
https://www.barchart.com/story/news/19016406/fujitsu-deploys-ai-customer-service-solution-for-field-trials-at-supermarket-chain-in-japan
In episode 40 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss how to lead a successful challenger brand with Bruce Kramer, SVP, North American Consumer Division, Wahl Clipper.
Kantar’s principal economist Doug Hermanson also joins for Commerce Compass, providing real-time macroeconomic updates in retail.
Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast
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P&G Trimming SKUs As Part of Collaborative Commerce Strategy | Consumer Goods Technology
More consumers are shopping multiple grocers to find the lowest prices, report finds | Grocery Dive
Does Sam Altman Know What He’s Creating? - The Atlantic
https://www.cnbc.com/2023/08/01/walmart-pushes-into-in-stores-advertising-as-new-revenue-driver.html
https://www.cnn.com/2023/08/01/tech/amazon-clinic-expands-nationwide/index.html
https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/amazon-clinic-available-nationwide
https://www.forbes.com/sites/brucejapsen/2023/08/01/amazons-latest-healthcare-expansion-virtual-clinic-expands-nationwide/?sh=419d529d7e34
Franklin Kroger converts to full self-checkout. Would you want this at yours? (newschannel5.com)
https://www.grocerydive.com/news/kroger-converts-tennessee-store-self-checkout-only/689169/#:~:text=Kroger%20converted%20a%20store%20in,said%20Lauren%20Bell%2C%20the%20spokesperson.
In episode 39 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss shopper marketing and Field Agent, solutions let you audit stores, drive trial, generate reviews, and connect with shoppers, with CEO and co-founder Rick West.
Kantar’s principal economist Doug Hermanson also joins for Commerce Compass, providing real-time macroeconomic updates in retail.
Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast
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Four digital strategies accelerating private label growth (kantarretailiq.com)
Field Agent | Solutions for Today's Retail Challenges
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/consulting-by-kantar_four-digital-strategies-accelerating-private-activity-7086710048432783361-tLil?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop
https://plumshop.com/p/shop?utm_campaign=Podcasts&utm_source=Kantar%20July%2023%20Podcast
In episode 38 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, take on Prime Day 2023 with guests Anna Brennan, senior analysts, Paida Mugudubi, global head of retailer insights, and Colombe Bommelaer, senior director of category insights at Kantar.
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In episode 37 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss recent retail trends and innovations in the Eastern European markets with Natasa Djurdjevic.
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Roda Mega Store, Belgrade Serbia – One of the most innovative merchandising stores in the world.
In episode 36 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss recent trends in restaurants, snacking, and food service featuring Sunny Khamkar, Cofounder and CEO at Zaru.
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Read Barry and Sunny's most recent blog: 10 headlines from the 2023 National Restaurant Association show (kantarretailiq.com)
In episode 35 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the power of data science and retail media for FMCGs with guest Paul Winsor, vice president at Snowflake.
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https://news.yahoo.com/costco-winning-war-against-rising-203300186.html
https://www.cnbc.com/2023/05/15/amazon-is-focusing-on-using-ai-to-get-stuff-delivered-to-you-faster.html
https://www.cnbc.com/2023/05/26/tiktok-shop-a-rising-threat-to-shopee-and-lazada-in-southeast-asia.html
Jack in the Box says drive-thru prototype outperforms targets
https://adage.com/article/marketing-news-strategy/10-most-trusted-brands-and-why-gen-zs-trust-hard-earn/2496626?utm_source=ad-age-wake-up-call-wednesday&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20230523&utm_content=hero-headline
https://p2pi.com/absolut-creates-cocktails-inspired-canadian-neighborhoods-using-ai
In episode 34 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the future of the digital shelf with guests Chris Perry, chief learning officer, and Oskar Kaszubski, chief growth officer, of firstmovr.
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Hy-Vee unveils $99-per-month health and wellness subscription | Grocery Dive
https://www.pymnts.com/news/loyalty-and-rewards-news/2023/more-than-half-restaurant-customers-now-use-loyalty-programs/
https://vegworldmag.com/love-life-restaurant-opens-in-los-angeles-as-part-of-new-immersive-health-wellness-brand/
https://www.retaildive.com/news/Costco-Walmart-Biden-supply-chain-data-exchange/650187/
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/02/business/china-luxury-spending.html?searchResultPosition=9
https://www.retaildive.com/news/Costco-Walmart-Biden-supply-chain-data-exchange/650187/
In episode 33 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss learnings from the 2023 NACDS Conference, including health and wellness trends, partnerships with pharmacies, innovations from Walmart and Instacart, and much more.
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Edeka vows to put shoppers ahead of brands (kantarretailiq.com)
https://www.nrn.com/consumer-trends/mcdonald-s-wallet-share-doubles-among-teenagers-two-years
Walmart: Vendors Prefer Negotiating With Chatbot | PYMNTS.com
https://www.cnbc.com/2023/04/26/target-rolls-out-curbside-returns-as-sales-growth-slows.html
https://techcrunch.com/2023/04/28/amazon-working-improved-llm-to-power-alexa/
https://www.retaildive.com/news/ikea-new-store-formats/648706/
In episode 30 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the lately research in shopper insights.
This episode also features Doug Hermanson, Kantar's principal economist, to provide perspective into the macroeconomic world of today. Also featured is Leigh O'Donnell, Kantar's head of shopper and category insights, to discuss recent innovations in shopper research at Kantar.
Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast
Barry's contact information: barry.thomas@kantar.com Barry's LinkedIn
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https://kriq.kantarretailiq.com/en/p-iq/insights/blogs/how-cpg-sales-teams-can-leverage-generative-ai-today
https://www.retaildive.com/news/50k-stores-may-close-2027-ubs/647392/?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Issue:%202023-04-12%20Retail%20Dive%20Newsletter%20%5Bissue:49574%5D&utm_term=Retail%20Dive
https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/skipthedishes-launches-inflation-cookbook-canada-s-first-ever-ai-powered-tool-to-provide-canadians-with-healthier-food-options-for-less-801507277.html
https://www.fastcompany.com/90881131/the-pandemic-led-to-a-resurgence-of-independent-retail
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/18/business/apple-stores-india-tim-cook.html
https://www.wsj.com/articles/whole-foods-market-explores-building-off-site-kitchens-to-supply-food-bars-4ca144d4
In episode 31 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the evolution of retail marketing.
This episode also features Andy Murray, founder of bigQuest and founder and Executive Chairman of the customer-centric leadership initiative at the Walton College of Business, joins the conversation to discuss shopper marketing, retail media, what it takes to be a strong leader in retail, and much more.
Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast
Barry's contact information: barry.thomas@kantar.com Barry's LinkedIn
Rachel's contact information: rachel.dalton@kantar.com Rachel's LinkedIn
https://www.restaurantbusinessonline.com/financing/burger-king-its-struggling-franchisees-have-long-way-go
AI for Writers Summit | Marketing AI Event (marketingaiinstitute.com)
https://www.retaildive.com/news/refill-startup-blueland-reaches-profitability/645970/
https://www.vox.com/politics/2023/4/3/23668444/mcdonalds-layoffs-corporate-economy
https://www.wsj.com/articles/mcdonalds-temporarily-shuts-u-s-offices-as-chain-prepares-for-layoff-notices-36fef317?mod=hp_lead_pos4
https://www.businessinsider.com/walmart-mimics-amazon-website-redesign-aims-for-e-commerce-boost-2023-4
https://corporate.walmart.com/newsroom/2023/04/03/walmart-turns-up-the-excitement-and-discovery-with-brand-new-walmart-com-experience
In episode 30 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss global retail growth trends.
This episode also features Doug Hermanson, Kantar's Principal Economist, to provide perspective into the macroeconomic world of today. Also, J. Walker Smith, Kantar’s brand and marketing thought leader, joins the conversation to discuss private label, cracking the code on loyalty, global growth trends, generative AI, and so much more.
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Barry's contact information: barry.thomas@kantar.com Barry's LinkedIn
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https://www.fastcompany.com/90867825/coca-cola-invites-fans-to-create-ai-art-with-its-iconic-imagery
https://www.cstoredive.com/news/couche-tard-acquire-2200-totalenergies-sites/645213/?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Issue:%202023-03-16%20C-Store%20Dive%20%5Bissue:48859%5D&utm_term=C-Store%20Dive
https://corporate.walmart.com/newsroom/2023/03/16/walmart-launches-clean-beauty-affordable-accessible-and-transparent
https://www.businessinsider.com/crowded-zara-stores-led-to-soaring-2022-sales-for-inditex-2023-3
https://financialpost.com/news/retail-marketing/couche-tard-buys-gas-stations-totalenergies-4billion
https://www.forbes.com/sites/gregpetro/2023/03/17/i-asked-chatgpt-how-it-will-impact-retailing-heres-the-reply/?sh=637c063f2bdb
https://www.grocerydive.com/news/store-hailing-mobile-ice-cream-markets-roll-into-hollywood/644320/
In episode 29 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the latest innovations in food service.
This episode also features Jonathan Maze, Editor in Chief, Restaurant Business Magazine, to examine the current state of restaurant employment, QSRs, loyalty programs, and much more.
Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast
Barry's contact information: barry.thomas@kantar.com Barry's LinkedIn
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CloudChef Wants to Capture a Chef’s Knowledge in Software to Recreate High-Quality Cuisine Anywhere https://thespoon.tech/cloudchef-wants-to-record-and-playback-a-chefs-recipes-to-power-high-quality-cuisine-anywhere-in-the-world/
Prime drinks are going viral in real life. It’s all about status. https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2023/02/26/prime-drink-paul-logan-ksi/
Chipotle adding TikTok viral fajita quesadilla to digital menu
Chipotle adding TikTok viral fajita quesadilla to digital menu | Restaurant Dive
https://www.businessinsider.com/family-dollar-taller-shelves-more-products-discount-retail-clutter-chaos-2023-3
https://www.retaildive.com/news/digitally-native-retailers-risk-of-bankruptcy-wayfair-real-real/643978/
https://www.forbes.com/sites/brucejapsen/2023/03/02/walmart-to-double-health-clinic-footprint-next-year-as-amazon-and-rivals-buy-doctor-offices/?sh=562432fe3639
In episode 28 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss digital marketing in retail. This episode also features Doug Hermanson, Kantar's Principle Economist, to provide perspective into the macroeconomic world of today. Also,Mischa McInerney, Chief Marketing Officer, Digital Marketing Insitute uncovers key trends in digital marketing and impacts to e-commerce. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast
Barry's contact information: barry.thomas@kantar.com Barry's LinkedIn
Rachel's contact information: rachel.dalton@kantar.com Rachel's LinkedIn
https://www.esmmagazine.com/retail/takeaways-from-carrefours-2022-full-year-results-232808 https://www.esmmagazine.com/retail/takeaways-from-carrefours-2022-full-year-results-232808
KFC installs solar-powered drive-thru in California | Nation's Restaurant News (nrn.com)
https://www.wsj.com/articles/food-stamps-are-about-to-spoil-grocery-stores-outlook-2d8851d0
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/16/business/retail-executives.html?searchResultPosition=1
In episode 27 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the future of impulse shopping.
This episode also features James Mills, Global Vice President Sales at Mars Wrigley; Dean of Sales College Mars Inc., who uncovers key trends happening in impulse and how brands and retailers can best apply impulse learnings to shopper marketing strategies.
Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast
Barry's contact information: barry.thomas@kantar.com Barry's LinkedIn
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https://www.nbcboston.com/news/local/addies-an-online-only-grocery-store-opens-in-norwood/2956312/
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2022/06/london-essence-offers-worlds-first-premium-tonic-on-tap/
https://foodxdata.menudata.io/rolling-in-dough-the-delicious-marriage-of-mochi-and-donuts/
https://www.cnbc.com/2022/01/20/walmarts-top-us-e-commerce-chief-casey-carl-is-leaving.html
https://www.cnbc.com/2022/01/16/walmart-is-quietly-preparing-to-enter-the-metaverse.htmlhttps://www.cnbc.com/2022/01/16/walmart-is-quietly-preparing-to-enter-the-metaverse.html
https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/shopping/2022/01/20/amazon-style-first-store-opening/6581854001/
In episode 26 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss Digital Twins.
This episode also features Rishi Vaish, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and Vice President (VP) for IBM Sustainability Software to discuss modern uses of digital twin technology in retail.
Have a topic you would like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing Switchon@kantar.com.
Hershey/s new Robotic Endcap Display, United States (in-store experience site)
Price Lab executes dynamic hourly pricing, South Korea (The Korean Herald)
Which Wich is the First brand to utilize remote digital crew members (QSR Mag)
https://www.cnbc.com/2023/01/24/walmart-raises-minimum-wage-as-retail-labor-market-remains-tight.html
https://www.wsj.com/articles/retailers-get-a-seasonal-beating-11674059330
https://www.cnbc.com/2023/01/24/chewy-connect-with-a-vet-regulatory-hurdles-skepticism.html
Barry's contact information: barry.thomas@kantar.com Barry's LinkedIn
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In episode #25 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss ten commerce callouts for 2023.
This episode also features Vinima Shekhar, VP Merchandising, Wellness at Walmart to discuss recent customer wellness trends and initiatives at the retailer.
Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast
In episode #24 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss global commerce and predictions heading into 2023.
Also, get timely retail news on Hooters, Tesco online, getir, and more.
This episode also features Malcolm Pinkerton, Senior Director, Global Insights at Kantar to discuss EMEA and global retail predictions.
NASCAR star launching virtual brand with HootersFast Casual
Tesco suppliers to use online swap-shop to cut costs and reduce waste - Tesco PLC
Walmart CEO says shoplifting could lead to price jumps, store closures (cnbc.com)|
Are we in Beirut?’ Philly gas station hires guards with AR-15s - pennlive.com|
https://www.wsj.com/articles/amazon-launches-tiktok-style-feed-in-push-to-accelerate-social-shopping-11670476199
https://www.cnbc.com/2022/12/09/grocery-delivery-firm-getir-acquires-embattled-rival-gorillas.html
In episode #23 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss recent innovations and trends in the restaurant and retail industries.
Also, get timely retail news on 7-Eleven concept stores, Walmart automation, Starbucks Reserve, and more.
This episode also features Chris Keating, EVP, Winsight Media, to recap major findings from the 2022 Global Restaurant Leadership Conference in Dubai.
Have a topic you would like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing Switchon@kantar.com.
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https://www.restaurantbusinessonline.com/beverage/inside-new-starbucks-reserve-nycs-empire-state-building
https://www.cnbc.com/2022/11/26/why-your-next-dominos-pizza-delivery-may-arrive-in-a-chevy-bolt-ev.html
https://www.cnn.com/2022/11/28/business/black-friday-sales-numbers/index.html
https://www.wsj.com/articles/black-friday-lured-shoppers-back-in-early-test-for-holiday-spending-11669569850
https://www.nrn.com/quick-service/subway-taps-unattended-grab-go-vending-fridges?utm_source=social&utm_medium=rss&utm_id=nrn
https://insideretail.asia/2022/11/24/7-eleven-unveils-7cafe-concept-store-at-jewel-changi/
https://hbr.org/2022/11/how-walmart-automated-supplier-negotiations
In episode #22 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the latest edition of Kantar PoweRanking 2022.
Also, get timely retail news on Target store remodels, new Amazon delivery program, TikTok restaurant marketing, and more.
This episode also features Patrick Fellin, partner, go to market strategy at Kantar, to discuss key findings in Kantar’s industry standard report PoweRanking 2022.
Have a topic you would like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing Switchon@kantar.com.
Barry's contact information:
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Panera opens first updated urban store format in NYC | Restaurant Dive
Kantar Retail Blogs
How Tmall Global is overcoming the challenges of China’s zero-Covid policy - Inside Retail
https://www.cnbc.com/2022/11/08/levi-strauss-ceo-says-companys-search-for-new-leader-got-help-from-unlikely-source.html
https://www.wsj.com/articles/retailers-turning-to-specific-day-delivery-over-speediest-shipping-11668022827
https://chainstoreage.com/target-goes-big-unveils-larger-format-store-more-modern-design
In episode #21 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss eCommerce opportunities with DTC.
Also, get timely news and notes in retail on Disney+, Pinduoduo, and Aussie supermarket chain Drakes.
This episode also features Francesca Hahn, Vice President, U.S. eCommerce and Direct to Consumer for Mondelēz International, a global company leading the future of snacking.
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Take a look at Jack in the Box’s new prototype (restaurantbusinessonline.com)
How Aussie supermarket chain Drakes is targeting ‘climatarian’ shoppers - Inside Retail
Why restaurants could become the country’s electric vehicle charging network (restaurantbusinessonline.com)
How two conveniences stores are optimizing their delivery by prioritizing customer experience over speed (retailbrew.com)
https://www.wsj.com/articles/disney-to-offer-toy-and-merchandise-deals-via-disney-app-11667275016
https://www.cnbc.com/2022/10/31/bytedance-pinduoduo-launch-overseas-e-commerce-sites-in-challenge-to-amazon.html
In episode #20 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the growth of conversation commerce.
Also, get timely news and notes in retail on McDonald's labor challenges, Nordstom, and 'Best Before' labels.
This episode also features Blu Atwood, Co-founder and CEO of Textual, to discuss conversation commerce.
In episode #19 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the evolution of shopper marketing in the influence of retail media.
Also, get timely news and notes in retail on Tesco, new subscription programs, Deliveroo, and more.
This episode also features April Carlisle, EVP, Commerce at Spark Foundry to discuss shopper marketing in context with retail media.
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Tesco links executive director bonuses to halving food waste by 2025 (grocerygazette.co.uk)
P.F. Chang's is launching a subscription program | CNN Business
Deliveroo Hop launches first physical grocery store with Morrisons | News | The Grocer
https://www.wsj.com/articles/micro-warehouse-provider-pivots-as-retail-consumer-market-shifts-11664357402
https://www.nytimes.com/2022/09/28/business/lululemon-mirror-membership.html
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2022-10-03/get-it-right-or-pay-the-price-retailers-punish-vendor-missteps
In episode #18 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the importance of and strategies behind retail media.
Also, get timely news and notes in retail on Starbucks investor day, Ocado, Patagonia, and more.
This episode also features Cara Pratt, senior vice president, Kroger Precision Marketing, to discuss all things retail media such as strategies and innovations in the space.
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In episode #17 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the leadership prinicples and opportunities for individual and team growth.
Also, get timely news and notes in retail on Subway's subscription service, flexitarian eating in Asia, and more.
This episode also features Susan Gambardella, president of north america at Kimberly Clark Professional, to discuss personal development and career navigation.
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In episode #16 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the future of global commerce.
Also, get timely news and notes in retail on Asda's new loyalty program, TikTok shopping ads, Us retail's steady rate, and more.
This episode also features Simon Miles, VP of Global Omnichannel Commercial Strategy at the Coca-Cola Company to disucss the future of global commerce trends.
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In episode #15 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the digital shelf.
Also, get timely news and notes in retail on Australia's new value-based supermarket, TikTok sells fresh food, 7-Eleven acquires Skipcart, and more.
This episode also features Doug Straton, chief customer evangelist, and Zarina Stanford, chief marketing officer, of Bazaarvoice to disucss rethinking the digital shelf and the importance of UGC content.
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In Episode #14 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the power of Gen Z and social media powerhouse TikTok.
Also, get timely news and notes in retail on the Nike Style, Domino's delivery woes, Target expanding delivery hubs, and more.
This episode also features Kelsey Arnold, head of partnerships, and Lauren Hector, vice president of marketing services, both of Kyra Media, who provide expert insights into the world of social media marketing and next-gen consumers.
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In Episode #14 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the power of Gen Z and social media powerhouse TikTok.
Also, get timely news and notes in retail on the Nike Style, Domino's delivery woes, Target expanding delivery hubs, and more.
This episode also features Kelsey Arnold, head of partnerships, and Lauren Hector, vice president of marketing services, both of Kyra Media, who provide expert insights into the world of social media marketing and next-gen consumers.
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In Episode #13 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss Amazon Prime Day.
Also, get timely news and notes in retail on the BurgerFi-Gopuff delivery partnership, inventory hurdles, Walmart’s backing down from Prime Day, and more.
This episode also features Kantar’s Celia Van Wickel, senior director of digital commerce, and Hadi Abrishamchian, head of North American retail insights at HP, who provide expert insights into Amazon’s Prime Day promotions.
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In Episode #12 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the rise of VR and cutting-edge assortment technology. Also, get timely news and notes in retail, including Lowe's technology, McDonald's franchisee agreements, Canada's ban of single use plastic, and more.
This episode also features Kantar’s Eric Stenbroten, senior director perfect category and Geoff Wissman, direct perfect category solutions, to discuss recent innovations in assortment and category management technology.
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News & Notes:
https://www.cnbc.com/2022/06/21/canada-is-banning-single-use-plastics-by-the-end-of-the-year-.html
https://www.instacart.com/company/updates/expanding-with-walmart-canada-to-launch-a-new-virtual-convenience-store-powered-by-instacart-platform/
https://www.getthegloss.com/news/john-lewis-botox-injectables-tweakments-cavendish-clinic
McDonald’s is toughening its franchise ownership standards (restaurantbusinessonline.com)
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https://www.cnbc.com/2022/06/21/lowes-expands-into-the-metaverse-with-a-tool-to-help-visualize-projects.html
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In Episode #11 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the rise and demand of healthy snacking occassions across retailers and restaurants. Also, get timely news and notes in retail, including drive-thru expectations, Apple's buy and pay later program, and retailers drowning in inventory.
This episode also features Kantar’s Renata de Moura, senior director of Kantar's Shopper and Category Insights, to discuss recent innovations and shopper demands in terms of healthy snacking.
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Fast-casual customers are starting to expect a drive-thru (restaurantbusinessonline.com)
Panera opens first digital-only restaurant | Restaurant Dive
Femsa plans hundreds new OXXO stores across Latin America (labsnews.com)
https://www.wsj.com/articles/apple-goes-deeper-into-finance-with-buy-now-pay-later-offering-11654939801?mod=article_inline
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https://www.forbes.com/sites/stevendennis/2022/06/07/too-much-of-a-goods-thing-retailers-are-drowning-in-inventory/?sh=688f872612fd
https://www.cnbc.com/2022/06/11/simon-property-ceo-aims-to-create-new-sales-event-as-inflation-surges.html
In Episode #10 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the hottest club channel trends. Also, get timely news and notes in retail, including eBay's new brick and mortar sneaker store, quick delivery layoffs, and more.
This episode also features Kantar’s leading industry experts Taylor Galland, blub channel expert, as well as Julie Craig and Eleonor Thatcher from our Shopper Insights team, to discuss recent innovations happening in club.
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https://www.wsj.com/articles/shoppers-are-fretting-stores-are-listening-11653710450
https://www.cnbc.com/2022/05/26/rapid-grocery-delivery-start-ups-getir-gorillas-slash-jobs.html
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/phew-costco-absolutely-positively-is-not-lifting-the-price-of-its-1-50-hot-dog-11653641402
eBay Is Launching a Sneaker Authentication Centre in Canada | Complex CA
In Episode #9 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss Kantar’s just-released US retail forecast.
Also get timely news and notes in retail, including elevating online grocery, female CMOs, and Tesco meal deals.
This episode also features Kantar’s leading industry experts Karl Berner, Amar Singh, Simon Johnstone, Celia Van Wickel, and Karen Kelso who discuss some of the trends driving Kantar’s new five-year US retail forecast.
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News & Notes:
3 ways grocers are elevating online order picking in their stores | Grocery Dive
What retail gets right—and wrong—about Gen Z, according to a Gen Z investor (retailbrew.com)
Female CMOs overtake male ones for the first time, report says | Retail Dive
'This has pushed me over the edge': Workers' despair as Tesco puts price of £3 Meal Deal up by 50p | Daily Mail Online
Krispy Kreme finds that Twix can lift sales (restaurantbusinessonline.com)
To simplify resales, SamsøeSamsøe sews QR codes into its garments (trendwatching.com)
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Episode #8 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, Senior Retail Thought Leader, and Rachel Dalton, Head of Retail Insights, explore our top ten insights post NACDS 2022 Annual Conference. In this session, Barry and Rachel also cover timely news and notes in retail, including Panera’s new subscription service, Meta(verse) meets brick and mortar, Tesco’s move to accelerate progress on plastic reduction, and more. Have a topic you’d like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing Switchon@kantar.com. Kantar's Top 10 Insights from NACDS 22' Blog
News & Notes:
Panera Bread expands its coffee subscription program to all beverages
Carrefour launches its first Bio store in Dubai
Tesco to delist products that fail to comply .. ..
Victoria’s Secret is taking its beauty business to Amazon in its first-ever wholesale test
Facebook is opening its first showroom to sell VR headsets
Gopuff Does Deliveries in 30 Minutes or Less. It's Also Buying Time for Itself.
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Episode #7 of Kantar’s Retail Sound Bites, hosted Barry Thomas, Senior Retail Thought Leader, and Rachel Dalton, Head of Retail Insights, explores the post-COVID retail landscape and effects on shopper dynamics. In this session, Barry and Rachel cover timely news and notes in retail, including rising restaurant prices, Target and ThredUp partnership, lululemon expanding resale program nationwide, and more. Also, guest speaker Leigh O'Donnell, Head of Shopper and Category Insights, joins the conversation to discuss COVID's lasting implications on retail and shoppers. Have a topic you’d like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing Switchon@kantar.com
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Episode #6 of Kantar’s Retail Sound Bites, hosted Barry Thomas, Senior Retail Thought Leader, and Rachel Dalton, Head of Retail Insights, explore discount and value retailers. In this session, Barry and Rachel cover timely news and notes in retail, including Five-Below projections, B2E, Aldi's growth, and much more. Also, guest speaker Simon Johnstone, Senior Director of Retail Insights, joins the conversation to discuss lower income shopper behavior and retailers.
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Episode #5 of Kantar’s Retail Sound Bites, hosted Barry Thomas, Senior Retail Thought Leader, and Rachel Dalton, Head of Retail Insights, explores category leadership among global retailers. In this session, Barry and Rachel cover timely news and notes in retail, including Starbucks CEO retiring, Aldi and Lidl growing faster than any other UK retailer, the co-created scalp care brand by Unilever and Walmart, and more.
Also, guest speaker Lauren Winkler, Vice President, Head of Category Insights, joins the conversation to discuss category leadership and the future of category management.
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Episode #4 of Kantar’s Retail Sound Bites, hosted Barry Thomas, Senior Retail Thought Leader, and Rachel Dalton, Head of Retail Insights, explores macro influences to world-wide retail.
In this session, Barry and Rachel cover timely news and notes in retail, including inflation's affect on grain, Kroger's partnership with Ocado, and CVS's dive into the metaverse.
Also, guest speakers Doug Hermanson, Principal Economist at Kantar, and Julie Craig, Vice President of Shopper Insights at Kantar, join the conversation to discuss current inflation impacts on the global economy and North American shoppers.
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Episode #3 of Kantar’s Retail Sound Bites, hosted Barry Thomas, Senior Retail Thought Leader, and Rachel Dalton, Head of Retail Insights, explores macro influences to world-wide retail. In this session, Barry and Rachel cover timely news and notes in retail, including YUM restaurants expansion, Recycle at Boots, and Baskin Robbins unmanned "flow" store in South Korea.
Also, guest speakers Dave Marcotte, Senior Vice President of Global Retail at Kantar, and Walid Benchama, Global Director, Shopper & Channel Insights at The Coca-Cola Company, join the conversation to discuss current trends and innovations influencing global shoppers.
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Episode #2 of Kantar’s Retail Sound Bites, hosted Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, explores major advancements and projections for last-mile delivery. In this session, Barry and Rachel cover timely news and notes in retail, including Walmart store 4108 redesign, quick-commerce delivery in NYC, incoming HFSS legislation in UK supermarkets, and much more.
Also, guest speaker Celia Van Wickel, senior director of digital commerce, joins the conversation to discuss opportunities for micro-fulfillment and automation, Amazon Q4 sales results, and the profitability of last mile.
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In the inaugural episode of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites re-launch, we welcome two new hosts to the stage. Barry Thomas, Senior Thought Leader, and Rachel Dalton, Head of Retail Insights.
In this episode Barry and Rachel cover timely news and notes in retail, spanning REEF meals on demand, boundless commerce, the Metaverse and more. Additionally, guest speaker Amar Singh, Senior Director of Retail Insights, joins the conversation to discuss the Big 5, Kantar's macro themes for 2022. Have a topic you'd like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing Switchon@kantar.com Barry's contact information
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In this episode, Kantar's Rachel Dalton joins the National Retail Federation for an inside look at the extensive ranking and forecasting complied in NRF's Top 100 list, representing the top 100 retailers in the United States, as well as the Hot 25 list, which represents the fastest-growing retailers.
In this session, Kantar's SVP Dave Marcotte discusses Raley's unexpected acquisition of Bashas' family of stores to tackle the ever-increasing supply chain woes, hinting at the drivers behind a rapidly changing marketing.
Rather than getting back to a normal holiday this year, shoppers and retailers will likely experience a “new abnormal” holiday season. The abnormalities will come from mixed US policy, supply chain disruptions, and shifting virus concerns.
During this session, our SVP Dave Marcotte is joined by Paul Walsh, Head of Business Development at BreezoMeter, to discuss climate's impact on what consumers are wanting, needing, and feeling at any given time during their retail journey.
A detailed discussion about consumer demands in the face of a rapidly changing climate. Find out how climate volatility, response to natural disasters, and trend watching impact your business in the state of retail we know today and can expect in the future.
The Pet industry has radically changed since COVID. In this podcast, our SVP Dave Marcotte explores the trends resulting from the pandemic.
Overview: The Pet industry radically changed in 2021. The drivers behind this dynamic and growing sector expand beyond products, to encompass services and other new areas. Tune in to listen to our SVP Dave Marcotte’s take on current trends going on in that space, including the humanization of pets, increased spending on our furry friends during the pandemic and the overall impact on the retail sector.
During this session, we unveil our latest research that speaks to the lasting impact of COVID on shopping behavior and re-entry.
Overview: COVID has created significant disruption in shopper behavior throughout the last 18 months. Kantar has continued to study shopper attitudes and behaviors throughout the pandemic and its recovery to inform you what shoppers are feeling, thinking as well as what they’re most likely to do next.
Assortment planning must expand to reflect ecommerce-specific behaviors and preferences as well as enable more holistic omnichannel planning across online and physical retailer environments. During this session, Christina Anderson will establish best practices for digitally led assortment initiatives.
During the session, Tim Campbell unpacked a six-theme framework to help you navigate retail complexities and organize for growth.
During this episode, Simon Johnstone unpacks channel choice through the framework of time, money, and energy. By weaving together evolving shopper needs, he illuminated actions winning channels will take in 2021 and beyond.
During the session, Caroline Dumas takes you on a tour of Prime membership, showcasing behavioral shifts across shopper cohorts. Key action steps for your organization include:
- Develop or refine your Prime shopper strategy
- Supercharge your Amazon search execution
- Prepare for the acceleration of boomers and matures
We hope you enjoy the episode and invite you to continue the conversation with our shopper experts.
Listening, understanding, and developing a sustainable, custom approach for your business will help connect you with shoppers in ways that go beyond traditional loyalty.
In this episode, we:
-Provide a top-level overview of their responses
-Help retailers think about how to respond authentically and
-Help brands understand the unique challenges their retailers face
While spending intentions on holiday gifts have softened significantly versus last year, our latest ShopperScape data reveals pockets of growth with younger shoppers and parents. In this episode, Doug Hermanson and Todd Szahun share shopper spending intentions, key retail trends, and holiday forecasts that shed light on the complex drivers heading into this year’s holiday season.
Shopping, commerce, and fulfillment exist in a complex, fluid matrix. From click-and-collect to last mile to subscription, shoppers crave quick and convenient ways to receive products. In the US, 37% of shoppers buy essential categories online and pickup in-store. In this episode, Tory Gundelach and Rachel Dalton outlined rising product fulfillment methods to help you make sense of the rapidly evolving space.
With a growing list of unknowns surrounding regional reopening, back-to-school, and the prolonged return to normal, it’s more important than ever to keep a close connection to the shopper. In this episode, Mary Brett Whitfield unveiled new ShopperScape research that will help you navigate uncertainty and create new connection points with shoppers.
Even though sales have increased, recent quarterly earnings reveal that retailers are severely cutting back inventory and increasing their cash on hand. In this episode, David Marcotte and Tory Gundelach share five key metrics that will help quantify this pivot and outline behavioral adjustments that will help you partner with retailers over the next 3-6 months.
In this episode, we bring together a panel of industry experts to discuss the changing media and marketing landscape with a special focus on the role that agencies and technology partners can play to help brands navigate the new world of omnicommerce.
In this episode we examine how trip missions have been disrupted by the acceleration of online shopping, what impact new shopping patterns have on product discovery, and share assortment planning approaches for omnichannel.
On this week’s Retail Sound Bites Tim Campbell reveals findings from our COVID-19 survey to assess incremental opportunities in planning, products, promotions, and assortment during the COVID-19 crisis.
On today's episode, Kantar SVP David Marcotte welcomes Erik Bergeman, Tradelens lead for IBM, to talk through innovative solutions to the supply chain disruptions imposed by COVID-19.
Home improvement retailers appear to be weathering the COVID-19 storm better than most. On this week’s Retail Sound Bites Amar Singh and David Marcotte discuss the current status of the industry and unveil their forecast for the future of home improvement.
Never in modern times has shopper behavior shifted this quickly or dramatically. This week’s Retail Sound Bites podcast welcomes Leigh O’Donnell to get you up to speed on shifting shopper priorities with insights from Kantar’s COVID-19 Shopper Snapshot study.
What are shoppers' thoughts, concerns, and actions during the COVID-19 crisis? This week's Retail Sound Bites podcast welcomes Mary Brett Whitfield and Rachel Dalton to provide an update on the state of shoppers, their significant shift to online purchasing, and key implications for the ecommerce channel.
With increasing shelter in place restrictions and record unemployment in the US, retailers and suppliers have entered a continuous adaptation cycle. This week, Tory Gundelach, Lei Duran, and Doug Hermanson outline three leading drivers of change and provide guidelines on adapting to the new realities of commerce
With the sudden illness of the Prime Minster’s wife, the new reality of COVID-19 shocked Canada overnight. On the latest episode of Retail Sound Bites, David Marcotte and Amar Singh discuss the impact on Canadian retail, share near-term priorities, and unpack future implications.
From supply chain disruptions to economic swings, Kantar's experts will help address your most pressing issues today while keeping you on the right path for tomorrow. This week Todd Szahun, David Marcotte, and Doug Hermanson outline the latest COVID-19 related developments and dive into macroeconomic and near-term implications for the retail landscape.
The first installment of an ongoing Retail Sound Bites series will bring near and long-term implications of COVID-19 into focus. Speaking through the lens of North American retail, David Marcotte and Doug Hermanson dive into supply chain, key macroeconomic indicators, and heightened recession risks as a result of the pandemic.
Are we headed for an economic slowdown in the US? Kantar’s Chief knowledge Officer Bryan Gildenberg breaks down this Crisis of Confidence in this week’s installment
In this first Retail Sound Bites installment of the new decade, host Bryan Gildenberg offers his retail predictions for 2020 and beyond, and the "post-retail" retail world.
In this episode, Kantar’s Chief Knowledge Officer Bryan Gildenberg discusses the concept of Retail Climate Change to accompany Kantar’s latest Breakthrough Insights publication, and as a lead-in for the upcoming Insight Forum in December 2019.
In this installment of Kantar Sound Bites, host Bryan Gildenberg examines a July 3, 2019 Vox article about WalMart’s current ecommerce challenges…
In this installment of Retail Sound Bites, the next in the “Just Enough” series, in which Kantar Consulting's Chief Knowledge Officer Bryan Gildenberg speaks with Kantar Consulting SVP Dave Marcotte about key topics in the retail ecosystem… In this episode, Blockchain.
In this episode, a fascinating conversation about online gaming and eSports in the retail space, as host Bryan Gildenberg talks with Kantar’s Principal Analyst for eCommerce and Omnichannel Meaghan Werle, and Kantar Analyst Mike Carlucci.
In this installment, a podcast within a podcast, as host Bryan Gildenberg appears as a guest on The Message Makeover, a podcast about powerful and persuasive communication in the workplace.
in this episode, host Bryan Gildenberg speaks with Kantar Consulting’s Meaghan Werle and Rachel Dalton in the first of a multi-part series about Amazon Prime and Primerica in 2019.
This Sound Bite is dedicated to the UK… Join host Bryan Gildenberg along with Kantar Consulting SVP of Retail Insights Ray Gaul, as they explore the current UK retail market, trends and news…
In this Sound Bite, a look to the Future, as host Bryan Gildenberg recaps the CES (Consumer Electronics Show) and NRF (National Retail Federation) conferences with SVP Dave Marcotte and VP of Ecommerce and Omnichannel Alice Fournier.
This week, host Bryan Gildenberg speaks with Kantar Consulting Director of Retail Insights Simon Johnstone, as they walk us through some of the key retail trends to watch for in 2019.
In the second of a two-part series called “I’m Not Sure,” Chief Knowledge Officer and podcast host Bryan Gildenberg continues with five more ideas surrounding retail that we may not be sure of…
In the first of a two-part series called “I’m Not Sure,” Chief Knowledge Officer and podcast host Bryan Gildenberg kicks off 2019 with five ideas surrounding retail that we may not be sure of…
In a new feature on Retail Sound Bites called “Just Enough,” Kantar Consulting's Chief Knowledge Officer Bryan Gildenberg speaks with Kantar Consulting SVP Dave Marcotte with key questions surrounding the retail ecosystem… Today… 5 G
In this installment of Retail Sound Bites, host Bryan Gildenberg speaks with Kantar Consulting’s Meaghan Werle and Rachel Dalton about their observations surrounding this season’s holiday cyber-shopping season.
Kantar Consulting's VP eCommerce and Digital, Alice Fournier and Director of Consulting, Oceanne Zhang review Single's Day 2018.
This edition's soundbite is "Apocalypse Not" - how Walmart and Target are doing in the age of Amazon
In this episode, host Bryan Gildenberg reviews Kantar Consulting's Health and Wellness event in Hoboken NJ on July 25, and offers some thoughts on Amazon's Q2 results.
In this installment of Retail Sound Bites, Kantar Consulting's Chief Knowledge Officer and podcast host Bryan Gildenberg talks about recent innovations and changes at Albertsons and Walmart
In this installment of Retail Sound Bites, host Bryan Gildenberg and Kantar Consulting Senior Analyst of Ecommerce Meaghan Werle talk about their observations surrounding Amazon Prime Day.
In this episode, host Bryan Gildenberg connects with Kantar Consulting’s Director of Digital and Ecommerce Insights, Alice Fournier, and Kantar Consulting’s VP of Retail Insights, Brian Owens to talk about what you can expect at the April 2018 NACDS Annual Conference.
In this episode, Chief Knowledge Officer Bryan Gildenberg discusses three recent shifts with CVS, Amazon, and Wal-Mart that will soon impact the retail healthcare market.