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Latest research from MINTEL finds that there is more to Britain’s grannies than baking, knitting and a round of bridge. The 21st century granny offers their family invaluable support, providing anything from practical help for the home and financial assistance to regular childcare and even comfort to elderly relatives.Today, more…
Latest research from MINTEL finds that the bubble has burst for the once fashionable alco-pop or flavoured alcoholic beverage (FABs). After an impressive value increase of as much as 70% between 2000 and 2002, sales have plummeted by 22% from £1.6 billion in 2002 to just £1.2 billion this year.
New research from MINTEL finds Britons going back to butter, as margarine sales continue to melt away. In 2004, British consumers packed away a weighty 107,000 tonnes of butter, up 8% on 2002 figures, with volume sales set to hit the 110,000 tonne mark this year. Meanwhile, spending on butter…
Latest research from MINTEL sees a major shake-up in Britain’s seasonings market. Today, salt sales are slowly grinding to a halt, while the pepper market is seriously hotting up and fresh herbs sales are blossoming. Over the past few years, the salt sector has really been feeling the pinch, with…
Mintel Report Cites Food Safety; Health as New Sales Drivers for $14.6 Billion MarketCHICAGO (September 27, 2005)- Kosher food has garnered major attention from a new crop of consumers who do not follow traditional Jewish dietary laws.According to a recent Mintel report on Kosher Foods, more than 55 percent of…
A new report from MINTEL finds the great British banger is back in vogue, but this time the simple sausage has gone all posh. This year Britain will chomp through an estimated 189,000 tonnes of these meaty morsels, a hearty 17% increase since 2000. This means that the average British…
while it’s one more round for the BritsLatest research from MINTEL shows that in two of Europe’s largest economies, France and Germany, social, economic and political changes have lead to many consumers turning their backs on alcohol. Indeed, in France consumption fell by 6% between 1999 and 2004 to stand…
New research from MINTEL finds sales of energy and stimulant drinks set to pass the £1 billion barrier this year, taking sales of these stamina boosting drinks to an incredible £1 in every £5 spent on soft drinks.Today’s 24/7 lifestyle is driving the sales of energy drinks, with volume having…
Back-to-basics healthy eating and the GI diet are among the contenders for America’s attentionChicago (August 5, 2005)- Atkins Nutritionals’ bankruptcy came as no surprise to many food and health experts. In 2004, Mintel’s Global New Products Database (GNPD) tracked more than 2,600 new products that hit the U.S. market with…
New research from MINTEL finds sales of bottled water booming as healthier drinks take an increasing share of Britain’s soft drinks market and carbonates see their share continue to decline. Indeed, the volume of the bottled water market increased by around 50% between 1999 and 2004, to stand at just…
It seems that Britain, by far and away Europe’s greatest snacking nation, is now curbing its crisp cravings.New research from MINTEL has found sales of crisps and savoury snacks taking a real tumble. This year, Britain is estimated to munch its way through 268 000 tonnes of crisps and snacks,…
Traditionally a cure for all your troubles, latest research from MINTEL has found Britain’s love affair with the good old English cuppa is now under threat.New research from MINTEL has found sales of more traditional tea products, such as the standard tea bag and loose tea, taking a real battering.