Budgets/Spending/Market Size

Gen Z and Millennial consumers are fueling the growing categories, showcased in a new report that looks at Amazon data.

On the heels of the COVID-19 pandemic, the coffee pod and capsule category is expected to continue growing as more consumers look for at-home convenience.

The National Retail Federation said sales for the final two months of 2022 were up more than 5%.

Retailers with private label alcohol assortments can take note of the emerging trends expected in the category according to Markets N Research's latest report.

The poll commissioned by Dollar Tree also found that a majority of shoppers will hit the stores to seek out bargains.

Figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show a slowing of overall price increases, but Numerator data reveals continued hikes in several food categories.

The National Retail Federation expects the flow of goods through major U.S. ports will remain at levels not seen in more than two years.

The report shows consumers continued to spend throughout the holiday season, with online sales showing double-digit growth.