Educational Seminars Kickoff PLMA 2024Topics to be discussed include the growing role of AI to the continued growth opportunities private label offers. Tuesday Keynote Focused On Female Consumer Shopping TrendsFeatured speaker Bridget Brennan of Female Factor will provide market intelligence on the female-dominated consumer economy. State Of A Growing Industry PLMA President Peggy Davies shares her insights on the rise of store brands and how the association is responding to an evolving marketplace. Private Label’s Evolution The industry’s ongoing transformation continues to boost quality and provide consumers unique products at a strong value October Retail Sales Rebound The monthly CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor shows gains in seven out of nine key retail categories. Labor Issues, Tariffs Could Boost Near-Term Traffic At U.S. Ports The National Retail Federation says retailer concerns over major issues could see volume of imports increase in the coming months. Consumers Seek Solutions To Help With Home Entertaining A new report from Circana revealed the pain points faced by those who entertain in their homes. NRF Reiterates Holiday Forecast, Despite Recent Economic Indicators The federation is sticking with its initial outlook for the holiday season, which calls for consumer spending to increase between 2.5% and 3.5%. An Opportunity For Grocers To Boost Sales of French Fries A new report from AdAdapted reveals a softening of sales at fast-food restaurants and the impact on where consumers are buying their favorite potato-based side dish. CPGs Feeling The Pinch From Private Brands The continued growth of retail own brands is having a negative impact on national brand product sales. First Previous 14 15 16 17 18 Next Last