Scott Dicker

2026 Forecast

Shaping the Shelf: The Trends Defining CPG in 2026

With consumer priorities evolving, the food, beverage, and wellness industries face shifting expectations around how people shop, eat, and support their health.

January 16, 2026

Scott Dicker

According to SPINS’ 2026 Trends & Predictions Report, the next chapter in CPG will be shaped by the intersection of ingredient choices, cultural exploration, rising interest in nutrient density, and a desire for everyday products that deliver more.

SPINS Market Update

Fueling Beauty from Within

May 31, 2023

Scott Dicker

The beauty industry has come back in strides

Consumers Seek Functionality in Performance Products

November 29, 2022

Scott Dicker

42% rate at which the performance market is growing. Across the grocery store, we have been witnessing how the pandemic has affected retailers, brands, and shoppers from supply chain issues and inflation to the introduction of new trends and flavors to the market. During this time, shoppers’ daily routines...

Shoppers Look to Relieve Stress Through Functional Ingredients

August 25, 2022

Scott Dicker

In a more typical time, the average person already has plenty of reasons to stress out and lose sleep about what’s happening in their lives. For the last couple of years, however, there have been even more reasons to feel unsettled on both macro and micro levels. The ongoing pandemic,...

4 Reasons International Flavors Make Smart Business

May 24, 2022

Scott Dicker

Businesses that cater to a diverse customer base outperform businesses that don’t. According to SPINS data, businesses that have a diverse customer base have a 4.0% year-over-year sales growth rate versus 0.6% for those who don’t. That’s not surprising when you look at the 2020 U.S. Census, which found that...

4 Things You Can Do to Grow Your Sales While Competing with Amazon

February 24, 2022

Scott Dicker

When you are a regional grocer these days, the landscape is tough. You have to worry about supply chain issues, big box stores, other local competition, and the growing giant competitor out there, Amazon. It feels like Amazon is putting its hand into every single category. It can be frustrating...

Exploring 2022 Trend Drivers

December 28, 2021

Scott Dicker

In 2022, wellness is going to be driving the major trends in the industry. Everyone’s pursuit of wellness will be different, however, and these are some of the top trends to watch for in the coming year. Clean Food and Beverage Promote Transparency Many clean foods and beverages are...