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Top Five Trends Shaping the Hot Drinks Industry in 2026
5 May 26The hot drinks industry is facing challenging times in 2026. Climate pressures and higher energy and logistics costs due to geopolitical conflicts are driving up prices again and brands need to target consumers more effectively to generate value growth
Low Loyalty, High Scrutiny: Drinks Innovation in the Age of Social Media
17 Feb 26Internet culture and social media are major catalysts of drink creations and trends but also platforms for scrutiny and accountability. Consumers are reacting quickly, critically and publicly to new food and beverage products. Press play to hear from Howard Telford, Senior Global Insight Manager – Soft Drinks, on how brands can navigate and adapt to these shifts.
Mapping Value in Juice: Unlocking the Next Growth Wave Through Consumer Need States in Australasia
5 Feb 26Australasia’s juice market remains structurally challenged, with growth constrained by intensifying competition from higher-momentum better-for-you beverages and ongoing cost-of-living pressures that have curtailed discretionary spending.
Next-gen Functional Food and Drinks: Compelling, Craveable, Convenient
16 Dec 25After a proliferation of claims, functional food and drinks are entering a new phase where success means delivering clear, credible benefits - gut health, sustained energy, emotional balance - in formats suited to modern lifestyles. Those blending scientific credibility with indulgence and convenience, especially via snackable and portable options, will make functionality enjoyable and accessible.
Gen Z Redefines Coffee and Tea Culture
9 Oct 25In a world marked by economic uncertainty, climate change, and shifting consumer values, Gen Z is emerging as a transformative force in the coffee and tea industry. Born between 1995 and 2009, this generation is digitally native, wellness-orientated, experimental and driven by personalisation and experience.
FMCG Outlook and Opportunities: 2025 Edition
8 Oct 25Find the latest insights on FMCG growth drivers, trends and opportunities for your strategy with market forecasts to 2029.