Consumer Trends

What Buyers Look For When Selecting Products For Supermarket Shelves

ESM takes a look at some of the key factors buyers prioritise when selecting products for supermarket shelves.

Valentine's Day Retail Sales To Reach €1.3bn In Germany

German retailers are likely to see sales of around €1.3 billion for Valentine's Day this year, according to the latest data from the German Retail Ass...

Spanish Grocery Spending Hits Record €122bn in 2024

Grocery spending in Spain hit a record €122 billion in 2024, representing a 4.6% increase, according to a new report from NielsenIQ (NIQ).

Top 5 Private-Label Trends For 2025

Demand for private label products is on the rise and ESM explores the top five trends shaping private label products in 2025.

Italian Shoppers Opt For Convenience Over Price, Study Finds

A survey by Italian consumers association Altroconsumo revealed that convenience is the top priority for 33% of supermarket shoppers, followed closely by p...

Spain’s Plant-Based Food And Drink Market Sees 9% Growth In 2023

Spain's plant-based food and drink market reached €572 million in 2023, a 9.4% increase from the previous year and close to double its 2018 value of &...

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