“The four elements. They are essential to life itself, and new findings from show how three of them – Earth, Water and Air – are becoming more and more commonplace in today’s beauty industry as the market goes back to basics…” Earth: Where there’s muck, there’s brass At first sight,…
Responding to findings from the Portas Review, Richard Perks, commented: “Portas has 28 detailed proposals, but look behind that and the thrust of the report is very sensible. Granted there’s the dose of hyperbole that just seems unavoidable these days – the high street is certainly not in terminal decline,…
While the past year at l has unearthed a vast amount of new consumer trends and market information – with Christmas just around the corner, we’ve looked into our market intelligence to find out just what Brits do to make their festive season special. Some might surprise you… Don’t forget,…
Chicago (December 7, 2011) – Consumers are quickly becoming fed up with banking fees. If your financial institution began charging $2/month for the convenience of having a debit card with your checking account, what would you do? Recent research from Mintel Comperemedia found that only 19% of consumers would pay…
Chicago (December 7, 2011) – With the holiday season in full swing, we’ve looked into our market intelligence to find out just what US consumers do to make their holidays special. Some just might surprise you… Don’t forget, we are here throughout the holiday season (on press@mintel.com) to help you…
“Gums, jellies and pastilles… the sweet lure of confectionery has long since motivated consumers Europe-wide. However, it seems there is little sweet news for the European confectionery market at the moment as consumer concerns surrounding health issues such as obesity and global…
Chicago (December 5, 2011) – Competition in the foodservice industry is always fierce and restaurant chains are constantly jockeying for your business, money and attention in an overcrowded marketplace. Eric Giandelone, foodservice director at Mintel notes the following: ” our trends are designed to give both restaurant operators and…
Christmas is coming and yes, it looks like another job for mum as new research from Mintel reveals that this year, Britain’s mums (26%) will be more than twice as likely as dads (12%) to to buy gifts for the kids. And what is more,…
Chicago (November 28, 2011) – Americans are downsizing in many ways… smaller cars, smaller homes and generally less”stuff. ” As people cut back, their furniture purchasing habits are making big time changes. Consumers are now seeking functional and useful furniture pieces that fit…
“Facial hair – it was iconic in the 70s (moustaches), irresistible in the 80s (the 5 o’clock shadow) and cultivated in the 90s (goatee). Today, the new Mintel’s research on Men’s grooming reveals that the appeal of the stubble continues, with almost half (48%)…
Mintel have today (22 November 2011) launched – a new publication enabling a new and dynamic way of communicating and engaging with their clients. Going to a limited audience of 2500 globally, Loop aims to challenge and innovate the way Mintel’s content is showcased and enables readers…
Chicago (November 21, 2011) – While Baby Boomers have been given credit for launching America’s cooking craze and nurturing it over the past few decades, Baby Boomers’ children, the Millennial generation (aged 17-34 in 2011), are now poised to take over and start stirring the pot. According to a new…
