Supermarket consumers are ready to embrace artificial intelligence (AI) and other innovative, cutting-edge technologies coming to their grocery stores.

As we prepare for the holiday season, retailers have an opportunity to build trust and loyalty with consumers by serving as a helpful assistant for their holiday shopping.

Millennials started a trend of using pantry and refrigerator items as social signalers, in the same way they might wear a designer label on their clothing.

The study identified three top trends: health, culinary creativity and adventurous palates.

In FMI's “Power of Private Brands 2023” report, 53% of consumers said private label offerings are very or extremely important in determining where they shop.

Walmart is on the verge of upgrading its delivery program to track consumer shopping and consumption habits with AI to automatically restock items without customers visiting a store.

The trend of small, at-home social gatherings has continued post-pandemic, with over 58% of consumers preferring more intimate gatherings over large events, the study found.

In targeting Gen X consumers, brands should offer products for issues such as cardiovascular health, brain health and stress, according to Mintel.

Consumers indicated that simple does not mean basic or boring, but rather reliable and trusted, perhaps with an occasional twist for interest.

A study found that 69% of consumers are interested in chocolate with healthy ingredients, 74% want snacks that are nutritious and energizing and 71% want chocolate that supports their mental health.