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home-and-design2 days ago•17 min saved

Homeowners install 'Costco doors' to streamline bulk grocery unloading

A growing number of homeowners are renovating their homes to include small 'Costco doors' connecting garages to kitchens or pantries. These modifications allow shoppers to directly unload heavy bulk items, such as 25-pound bags of rice, from their vehicles into their homes, eliminating the need for multiple trips. While the trend offers ergonomic benefits by reducing physical strain and fall risks, some homeowners express concerns regarding pest entry and security. Builders report high demand for this specific feature, reflecting a broader shift toward home efficiency in 2026.

via The Washington Post|

#consumer-trends #costco #home-and-design

business2 days ago•2 min saved

Froyo’s UK Comeback Driven by Nostalgia and Social Media, Despite High Prices

Frozen yoghurt shops are experiencing a resurgence in the UK, with new chains like Yo-Chi and Frurt opening stores and drawing long queues. The trend is fueled by nostalgia for the 2010s, social media virality, and a perception of being a healthier, customizable dessert option. Despite tubs costing up to £12, experts argue it is viewed as an 'affordable luxury' and experiential treat rather than a staple food item.

via BBC|

#business #consumer-trends #froyo

health-and-nutrition9 days ago•33 min saved

The Protein Craze: A $90 Billion Market Faced With Scientific Skepticism

The U.S. food industry has aggressively expanded protein-infused products, driven by new federal dietary guidelines that increased recommended intake by over 50%. While consumer spending on protein-labeled items reached $90 billion last year, experts warn that adding protein to processed snacks offers no health benefits and may pose risks.

via The New York Times|

#consumer-trends #dietary-guidelines #food-industry

consumer-tech9 days ago•406 min saved

NBC Selected Recommends Seven Wallet Alternatives for Cashless Consumers

NBC Selected published a guide on September 29, 2026, highlighting seven alternatives to traditional wallets, noting that over 41% of American adults did not use cash in a typical week in 2022. The recommendations include the Bandolier Hailey Leather Crossbody, Coach Essential Wristlet, and Casetify Custom Magsafe Wallet, catering to users who prefer slim, magnetic, or crossbody designs for carrying cards and minimal cash.

via NBC News|

#cashless-payment #consumer-tech #consumer-trends

consumer-trends12 days ago•5 min saved

Coca-Cola and PepsiCo Slash Legacy Lines: Minute Maid Frozen Juice and Five Other Staples Vanish

Major food and beverage companies are removing popular legacy products from shelves in 2026. Coca-Cola is ending its 80-year run in the frozen juice category, while PepsiCo is cutting nearly 20% of its U.S. snack lineup. Affected items include Minute Maid frozen concentrates, Blue Bell Butter Crunch ice cream, and several Lay’s and Smartfood varieties.

via Fox News|

#coca-cola #consumer-preferences #consumer-trends

lifestyle13 days ago•0 min saved

DoorDash Data Reveals Reese's Dominance and Regional Candy Preferences for 2026

DoorDash analyzed 2025 Halloween orders to determine the most popular candy in each US state for 2026. Reese's Peanut Butter Cups topped the list in 15 states, primarily in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic. The South favored budget-friendly options like Sweet Smiles, while fruity candies ranked lower nationally but held regional popularity.

via Mental Floss|

#candy #consumer-trends #doordash

technology14 days ago•3 min saved

Disney+ Price Hike Triggers Subscriber Churn Amid 'Streamflation' Backlash

Disney+ and Hulu raised prices for the fourth consecutive year, with ad-free plans now costing $21.49 per month. This 13% increase has prompted a wave of cancellations, with some subscribers quitting after years of loyalty. While Disney defends the move as industry-standard, critics point to a 207% price rise since 2019 and growing consumer fatigue with 'streamflation.'

via The Tab|

#consumer-trends #disney #hulu

business15 days ago•2 min saved

Cracker Barrel Boosts Core Dinners, Cuts Debt via $77M Sale-Leaseback

Cracker Barrel is upgrading its chicken, hamburger, and steak dinners to improve guest satisfaction, while using $77 million from a sale-leaseback of 26 restaurants to reduce debt. The company faces pressure from lower-income consumers but maintains a low average check of $16. UBS raised its price target to $46 but kept a Neutral rating, signaling cautious optimism about the turnaround.

via nypost.com|

#business #consumer-trends #corporate-finance

business16 days ago•21 min saved

California Wine Industry Collapses as Demand Plummets

The California wine industry is experiencing a severe downturn, with sales dropping over 20% since 2020 and approximately half of this year's grape crop remaining unsold. This decline has led to the removal or abandonment of 25% of the state's vineyards since the pandemic peak. Growers are facing financial losses, forcing many to switch crops or operate at a loss, while local economies and farm labor markets suffer from the shrinking market.

via finance.yahoo.com|

#business #california-agriculture #consumer-trends

business17 days ago•4 min saved

California Grapes Go Unsold as Wine Demand Dips, Forcing Vineyard Reductions

California’s wine country harvest is marred by a sharp drop in demand, with wine sales down more than 20% over five years and about half of this year’s grape crop lacking buyers. About 25% of California’s vineyards have been removed or abandoned since the pandemic peak, and many growers face harvesting at a loss or switching to other crops as they grapple with depressed prices and a fragile market. The downturn also strains farm labor and local economies in wine country amid aging consumers, competition, tariffs, and shifting global demand.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|

#business #california-agriculture #consumer-trends

retail21 days ago•5 min saved

Holistic Beauty: Retailers merge beauty, health and wellness into one category

A new consumer mindset is blending beauty, health and wellness into one budget item, driving cross-category growth and blurred shelf lines. An AlixPartners/CEW study shows shoppers treat the category holistically, while executives debate expanding beyond traditional lanes. Major retailers—Ulta, Target, Sephora, Walmart—are expanding wellness offerings, creating in-store studios, and pursuing partnerships (Gucci×Oura; P&G×Thorne) to capture demand with science-backed products, even as inflation pressures persist.

via CNBC|

#beauty-health-wellness #brand-collaboration #consumer-trends

entertainment1 month ago•59 min saved

Hype That Fizzled: 19 Things Promised as The Next Big Thing

A BuzzFeed/Yahoo roundup crowdsources reader anecdotes about 19 once-hyped “next big things” that bombed or faded, from Ephemeral tattoos and physical media to Google+ and Segways. The piece catalogues nostalgia-worthy misfires (3D movies, Crystal Pepsi, Talkboy, Nintendo Virtual Boy, hoverboards, curved TVs, etc.), highlighting how hype often outpaced reality and left lasting cultural footprints despite their flop status.

via Yahoo|

#consumer-trends #entertainment #flop

business1 month ago•73 min saved

Generation Shift: 27 Industries Fading Away

BuzzFeed, drawing on reader submissions inspired by a Reddit prompt, highlights 27 industries quietly dying as inflation, online shopping, and post-pandemic habits reshape how people spend—from cosmetic boutiques and beauty parlors to malls, movie theaters, Broadway shows, ice-cream trucks, and fabric stores—illustrating a broader shift away from traditional brick-and-mortar services.

via BuzzFeed|

#business #consumer-trends #culture

business2 months ago•25 min saved

Regenerative Foods Boom Hits Aisles, But Labeling Remains Murky

Regenerative agriculture is moving from niche to mainstream, with about $2 billion in retail sales and commitments from major food makers and retailers, plus a $700 million US government pilot to support soil-health practices. But the lack of a uniform federal standard means labels vary in meaning, raising greenwashing concerns; third-party certs like ROC aim to add credibility. Regenerative products are still pricier and less widespread, so brands must tell credible stories beyond the label to win consumers.

via Yahoo Finance|

#business #certification #consumer-trends

business2 months ago•3 min saved

Burger King bets on lean menus as GLP-1 era looms

Burger King is preparing for a future shaped by GLP-1 weight-loss drugs by testing lighter, protein-forward items like Whopper Bites and bowls, while emphasizing a simpler menu. The company has invested over $2B in branding and restaurant upgrades under its Reclaim the Flame plan and aims to stay relevant as fewer calories are consumed; industry forecasts warn of potential revenue losses across the food sector due to GLP-1s, even as BK reports a 5.8% rise in U.S. comparable-store sales in Q1.

via NBC News|

#burger-king #business #consumer-trends