We all know that we should be planning for our future, but it seems that arranging your own funeral is simply one step too far for most. Latest research from MINTEL finds that while as many as 70% of adults feel that people should plan their own funerals to remove…
It is that time of year again, when we all promise to lose those excess Christmas pounds and resolve to lead a virtuous life from here on in. But latest research from MINTEL finds that we are not turning to ‘slimming foods’ to trim down. In fact, the market for…
Having resolved to have a healthy 2007 after the excesses of the festive season, many of you may well be reaching for a smoothie to kick start the new regime. And it seems that you won’t be alone, as latest research from MINTEL finds that over the past five years…
When it comes to fashion, many wish they could kit themselves out with the wave of a magic wand or the click of their fingers, but it turns out that today all it takes is the push of a button. Latest research from MINTEL Oxygen finds sales of fashion (clothing…
Launches swing up by 17% as ethical and “food minus”products become big consumer hits According to the Mintel Global New Products Database (GNPD) 2006 saw a record-breaking number of new products flooding supermarket shelves. Indeed, close to 182,000 new products were introduced globally last year alone, giving a helping hand…
Bringing ingredients from the banks of the Amazon to everyday productsFood cooked to perfection – with a little help from technology…
Despite Retailer Efforts, Mintel Report Reveals Consumer Concerns Regarding On-Line Purchasing Consumers are escalating their purchases on the Internet, but concerns still remain regarding the safety of online purchases. According to a recent Mintel report, close to 70 percent of respondents are either “very concerned” or “somewhat concerned” that their…
Latin Flare, Daring Pairings and Functional Flavors Plate Up for 2007 Pomegranate was not the only thing that hit restaurant menus last year. Mintel Menu Insights, a resource that tracks national restaurant trends, has identified five key flavor movements that are positioned to take the restaurant industry in new directions…
Launches Swing Upward 17 Percent as Ethical and “Food Minus”Products Become Big Consumer Hits Chicago (January 23, 2007)- The new consumer packaged goods (CPG) year marks the birth of new products that hold strong promise for health and the environment. According to the Mintel Global New Products Database (GNPD), in…
Mintel GNPD IRIS positioned to reduce new product development costs by up to 80 per centLeading market researcher Mintel has collaborated with Information Resources, Inc. (IRI), the leading global provider of enterprise market information solutions for the fast moving consumer goods (fmcg), retail and healthcare industries, to launch a unique…
Mintel GNPD IRIS Positioned to Reduce New Product Development Costs By Up to 80 PercentCHICAGO and LONDON (January 4, 2007) – Leading market researcher Mintel has collaborated with Information Resources, Inc. (IRI), the leading global provider of enterprise market information solutions for the consumer packaged goods (CPG), retail and healthcare…
New Mintel Report Shows Imported Beer, Spirits and Wine Chipping Away at Sales Chicago (December 19, 2006)- Domestic beer is losing its brew bragging rights, according to a new Mintel report. With sales estimated to reach $90.3 billion by year’s end, the category is facing strong competition from other alcoholic…