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Covid-19 encourages Millennials to go vegan

The prospect of a diet packed with chickpeas, lentils, and quinoa appears to be more tempting as of late, as new research from Mintel reveals that a quarter of young British Millennials (aged 21-30) say that the Covid-19 pandemic has made a vegan diet more appealing. These plant-loving Millennials are not …

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Brits set to splash out £4 billion at coffee shops in 2020

The latest study by Mintel reveals that Brits are literally splashing out billions annually on their daily dose of caffeine. According to the market research company’s findings, spending at coffee shops is at an all-time high, with sales forecast to top £4 billion this year. But while coffee shop sales …

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UK sales of meat-free foods shoot up 40% between 2014-19

From meatless steak bakes to plant-based Whoppers, it seems that vegan food product launches are now in full swing as new research from Mintel reveals a nation hungry for meat-free foods. Over the past two years, the number of Brits who have eaten meat-free foods (including meat substitutes) has soared …

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Mintel forecasts a steady retail growth for Christmas

Despite a particularly tough year, Mintel forecasts some Christmas cheer for Britain’s retailers. Latest data from the market research firm predicts that December’s retail sales will reach £48.7 billion, growing 3.8% compared with last December when sales hit £46.9 billion. Sales through non-food retailers this December are expected to reach …

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Mintel predicts Black Friday will be ‘the biggest it’s ever been’

Black Friday is now fully ingrained in the retail calendar, and according to Mintel, last year almost two in five (39%) British consumers made a purchase during the Black Friday promotions. The market research firm said 86% of Black Friday shoppers bought online, while 29% bought in-store. Amazon was the …

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Mintel charts the Amazon effect

A new study from market research company Mintel claims that almost nine out of ten (86%) Brits were Amazon users/shoppers in the year to October 2018. According to Mintel, more Amazon shoppers increased their shopping (21%) with the internet giant than decreased it (13%) over the period. Overall, 70% shopped …

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Mintel announces three food and drink trends for 2019

Market research company Mintel has revealed three trends which it forecasts will lead global food and drink innovation in 2019 and beyond. Jenny Zegler, associate director of Mintel Food & Drink, said sustainability, health and wellness, and convenience will inspire formulation, packaging, marketing and more in the years to come: …

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Mintel forecasts growth of 4% for UK retail sales in December

With the Christmas countdown in full swing, Mintel is forecasting some festive cheer for Britain’s retailers. Latest research from the market research company predicts that December’s retail sales will reach £47.7 billion (including VAT), growing 4% compared with last December, when sales hit £45.8 billion. Sales through non-food retailers are …

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Brits set to spend nearly £420 million on Halloween

A new study by market researcher Mintel reveals that Brits will spend £419 million on Halloween this year – up 5% from £400 million in 2017. Last year, half (52%) of all Brits splashed out on celebrating the annual festivity, rising to 85% of parents of under-fives. But according to …

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Young Brits drink up to six tea types

When it comes to a cuppa, it seems the builder’s variety just isn’t young Brits’ bag. Research by market research company Mintel has revealed that 37% of Brits aged between 25 and 34 had tried 5-6 different types of tea at home or in the workplace over one month, compared …

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