"Given the essential nature of groceries, the industry remains somewhat protected from outside influencers that can cause wide variances in sales. However, food deflation has put a damper on sales and squeezed profits the past two years, causing some price wars. Channel switching is frequent in the industry, as consumers shop around for the lowest prices and/or look to fulfill all their needs. Common areas of strategic focus include ...
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Consumer
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Mintel's proprietary consumer research provides our analysts with the attitudinal and behavioral data used to provide valuable insight to topical issues.
The Consumer – What You Need to Know
Grocery Shopper Profile
Purchase Incidence by Channel
Channels Shopped by Item
Online Shopping Attitudes and Behaviors
Spending and Shopping Frequency
Grocery Shopping Process
Desired Improvements
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Mintel provides overviews of the top brands and manufacturers, and uses consumer research to explore attitudes and reactions to brands, as well as insight into what will resonate with consumers.
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Company Sales of Grocery Retailers
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5th March 2018
“Supermarkets have been losing share to other MULO channels for some time. It makes some sense for them to seek alternative distribution options in other channels in order to expand distribution and audience appeal.” 
21st December 2017
“Target’s decision to acquire a major delivery service was a smart bet, and may allow it to be a stronger competitor in the grocery game.”
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Food deflation has dampened sales but brighter outlook expected
