Kantar Retail Sound Bites

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Episode 50: A look back at 2023 and our hottest topics Dec 13, 2023

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In episode 50 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, review the top 5 Retail Sound Bites episodes for 2023.

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https://foodinstitute.com/foodservice/rash-of-restaurant-bankruptcies-festers/

https://www.modernretail.co/operations/ghost-kitchens-are-making-a-post-pandemic-pivot-to-survive/

https://www.restaurantbusinessonline.com/consumer-trends/cost-conscious-consumers-trade-down-restaurants-c-stores?utm_source=Marketo&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=NL_RB_Daily_12-04-23_09:00&LID=31047835&sp_eh=b916528510a241cbec1185fc235c72e6cf716cffb6f5a37ecbac71a5fe4804c8&mkt_tok=NTYxLVpOUC04OTcAAAGP1FSLxOpf0k4BB_D-b8vtIVfAoqcN3dlb3jbG_ceS2nVzEoJ01zREmrXBUjcvwLgq4ybFfBUd_TDii4uPklfGzA864QCywnfC_eXxT6-oCxINUIsx

https://www.cnbc.com/2023/12/11/macys-receives-5point8-billion-buyout-offer-sources-say.html

https://www.retailtouchpoints.com/topics/market-news/investors-propose-to-take-macys-private-with-5-8-billion-buyout-bid

https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/the-rise-of-temus-chinese-parent-will-reshape-e-commerce-439c7c1b?mod=retail_more_article_pos5

https://www.retaildive.com/news/retail-ceo-executive-exits/699514/

Episode 49: A closer look at Latin American retail with David Marcotte and Willem Schol Nov 30, 2023

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In episode 49 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the current landscape and future forecasts of Latin American retail Willem Schol, Board of Director Member, Management Consultant and Founder and President of America Retail, and David Marcotte, SVP, at Kantar.

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https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/black-friday-spending-was-strong-how-people-pay-for-gifts-is-upending-retailers-e783ba2e?mod=retail_news_article_pos1

https://www.cbc.ca/news/business/some-retailers-scaling-back-self-checkouts-1.7034047

https://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/24/business/what-is-black-friday.html

https://www.restaurantbusinessonline.com/consumer-trends/lower-grocery-inflation-pulling-consumers-away-restaurants-study-finds

Instacart Debuts New Discovery Tools for Emerging Brands | Progressive Grocer

https://www.reuters.com/breakingviews/brandings-corporate-titans-face-moment-truth-2023-11-22/

Episode 48: The GLP-1 Revolution: Retail Health Unveiled with Leslie Thomas and Cathy Watkins Nov 15, 2023

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GLP-1 drugs are gaining popularity as an innovative solution to weight loss. With almost 43% of the US population being obese, this presents a strategic opportunity for the healthcare industry. Only 20% of Semaglutide users experience side effects, and the significant advertising spending by Rx manufacturers is driving demand for this new class of weight loss drugs.

In episode 48 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss GLP-1 medications and their influence on the retail landscape with nurse practitioners Leslie Thomas and Cathy Watkins lead the Signature Image Medical Spa in Atlanta, GA.

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OpenAI's new GPTs now let uses create custom versions of ChatGPT www.openai.com

Viral streamer partners with Kellogg's veteran to launch BFY snack company https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/food/2023/11/13/twitch-streamer-pokimane-launches-myna-snacks/71136108007/

Pizza Hut's 'Your Mood, Your Pizza' campaign uses AI to suggest items www.dominos.com

https://www.wsj.com/business/ozempic-impact-snack-food-companies-9eec87e5?mod=retail_more_article_pos45

https://www.cnn.com/2023/11/13/business/self-checkout-stores-shopping/index.html

https://www.cnbc.com/2023/11/10/amazon-top-fresh-exec-says-store-reopenings-part-of-grocery-revamp.html

Episode 47: Examining Retail Media Networks with Andy Murray and Dr. Rodney Thomas Nov 02, 2023

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In episode 47 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the Sam Walton College of Business' new retail media networks research study and the reports findings with Andy Murray, CEO of bigQuest, and Dr. Rodney Thomas, Director of the Undergraduate Supply Chain Management Program and an Associate Professor of Supply Chain Management in the Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas.

Read the report here: https://walton.uark.edu/customer-centric-leadership/blog/retail-media-networks-2023.php#downloady

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Episode 46: Don't forget about Baby Boomers with Julia Wilkinson and Melissa Davies Nov 01, 2023

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In episode 46 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss Baby Boomers, snacking and breakfast occasions, loyalty, and more with Julia Wilkinson, Head of Insights, and Melissa Davies, Director, Consumer Insights, at Kellanova.

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Barry's contact information: barry.thomas@kantar.com Barry's LinkedIn

Rachel's contact information: rachel.dalton@kantar.com Rachel's LinkedIn

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https://www.wsj.com/real-estate/commercial/strip-malls-are-the-new-king-of-retail-real-estate-313c885c

https://www.pymnts.com/news/retail/2023/walmart-debuts-117-remodeled-stores-modern-highly-connected-design/

https://www.retaildive.com/news/ups-acquires-happy-returns-reverse-logistics/697958/

https://www.grocerydive.com/news/sprouts-debuts-private-label-holiday-line/698022/

Unlocking value in CPG and retail: The role of AI factories (kantarretailiq.com)

Episode 45: Best-in-class customer marketing with Erin Hannon Oct 18, 2023

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In episode 45 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss best-in-class customer marketing and innovation in the beverage alcohol industry with Erin Hannon, Senior Director, Customer Marketing and Activation at the E&J Gallo Winery.

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Barry's contact information: barry.thomas@kantar.com Barry's LinkedIn

Rachel's contact information: rachel.dalton@kantar.com Rachel's LinkedIn

https://www.cnbc.com/2023/10/16/rite-aid-files-for-bankruptcy-amid-slowing-sales-opioid-litigation.html

https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/rite-aid-bankruptcy-filing-opioid-a7e9ffe5?mod=retail_news_article_pos1

https://www.npr.org/2023/10/14/1205971022/netflix-house-brick-and-mortar-locations

https ://www.nytimes.com/2023/10/15/business/goodwill-goodwillfinds-ecommerce.html?searchResultPosition=1

Walmart Connect Introduces Academy Ad Certification | Progressive Grocer

Tirzepatide Weight Loss Patients Lost 64 Lbs. on Average: Study (insider.com)

Gen Z's affordability crisis and the CPG brand impact (kantarretailiq.com)

Episode 44: DE&I for customer-focused brands with Kent Montgomery Oct 05, 2023

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In episode 44 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss DE&I initiatives and innovation with Kent Montgomery, Senior Vice President, Industry Relations & Multicultural Development at PepsiCo, North America.

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Barry's contact information: barry.thomas@kantar.com Barry's LinkedIn

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Coles introduces body-worn cameras to fight theft and violence in stores | news.com.au — Australia's leading news site

Britain's shoplifting spree forces retailers to fund police crackdown (afr.com)

SAM I am: Security robot roams the sidewalks at Crocker Park - cleveland.com

https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/14/technology/instacart-public-ads.html?searchResultPosition=20

https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/walmart-goes-all-in-on-africa-147e6ef0?mod=retail_more_article_pos6

https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/amazon-announces-prime-big-deal-days-2023-date

https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/amazon-prime-big-deal-days-faq

Episode 43: Advancing digital capabilities with Vince Jones Sep 20, 2023

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In episode 43 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss expanding omnichannel capabilities, AI's impact to the digital shelf, DTC, and more with Vince Jones, SVP, General Manager and Head of Ecommerce at PepsiCo.

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https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/14/technology/instacart-public-ads.html?searchResultPosition=20

https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/walmart-goes-all-in-on-africa-147e6ef0?mod=retail_more_article_pos6

https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/amazon-announces-prime-big-deal-days-2023-date

https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/amazon-prime-big-deal-days-faq

Episode 42: Consumer-first focus with Cherie Leonard Sep 06, 2023

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In episode 42 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss consumer-first approach to brand management, sustainability, and more with Cherie Leonard, Director of Insights, North America at Colgate-Palmolive.

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https://adage.com/article/marketing-news-strategy/gen-zs-cpg-buying-habits-and-ad-preferences-revealed-tinuiti-study/2512616?utm_source=ad-age-wake-up-call-thursday&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20230823&utm_content=hero-headline

https://www.consumeraffairs.com/finance/comparing-the-costs-of-generations.html

https://www.restaurantdive.com/news/late-night-traffic-rising-fast-food-chains/691853/

https://www.tennessean.com/story/money/2023/09/05/why-tennessee-based-tractor-supply-co-plans-to-open-100s-more-stores/70605091007/

https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/tractor-supply-won-over-city-slickers-now-it-needs-to-keep-themand-farmers-e97ed4fa?mod=retail_news_article_pos2

https://www.cnbc.com/2023/09/01/walgreens-ceo-roz-brewer-steps-down.html

https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/01/business/rosalind-brewer-walgreens.html?searchResultPosition=1

Episode 41: The state of CPGs and retail with John Carroll Aug 23, 2023

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In episode 41 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the future of the CPG and retail industries with John Carroll, President of Acosta Group's Digital Commerce and Advanced Analytics.

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Barry's contact information: barry.thomas@kantar.com Barry's LinkedIn

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Kantar's Retail Media Networks Benchmarking Study

https://progressivegrocer.com/qr-codes-family-dollar-help-shoppers-make-better-self-care-decisions

https://www.wsj.com/articles/amazon-cuts-dozens-of-house-brands-as-it-battles-costs-regulators-3f6ad56d?page=1

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/retail-theft-walmart-home-depot-target-detail-unacceptable-amount-of-crime-172928039.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAALw_DxlKfP_eU6cy5dzfAUcZk1ClzFej62SgRbewCdrC2LP42gqaKZ_pgIhCQWpRW9o7m2Fm1Nr5OZSngwMvVZBYXJTlSn00j_U2cx9pxhWY8_YUl6Bf9pRpL7BkA7tdMmGk9DuuBhlrXkSrqru2ZgXNT_-aNauqo4AbtfYfRtw7

https://www.wsj.com/business/hospitality/kraft-heinz-sees-a-25-billion-opportunity-it-starts-with-lunchables-372fb82f?mod=business_lead_pos1

Dollar General expanding produce availability, extending Feeding America partnership | Produce News (theproducenews.com)

https://www.barchart.com/story/news/19016406/fujitsu-deploys-ai-customer-service-solution-for-field-trials-at-supermarket-chain-in-japan