GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2023
Critical Grocery Trends [Recent Study]
Highlights: The Most Important Grocery Trends
- 1. Online shopping and home delivery
- 2. Click and collect
- 3. Contactless payment
- 4. Health-focused products
- 5. Sustainable packaging
- 6. Plant-based protein
- 7. Waste reduction
- 8. Local and artisanal goods
- 9. Voice-assisted shopping
- 10. Personalized nutrition
- 11. Robotics and automation
- 12. In-store experiences
- 13. Urban and vertical farms
- 14. Subscription-based services
- 15. Integration of augmented reality
- 16. Health and wellness services
- 17. Ethical and transparent supply chains
- 18. Smaller and convenience-focused formats
- 19. Data-driven personalization
- 20. Expansion into non-food products
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Grocery Trends: Our Guide
In an ever-evolving marketplace, understanding the latest shifts in consumer behavior is paramount for retailers. Our recent study takes a deep dive into critical grocery trends sweeping the industry right now. From eco-conscious food shopping to the skyrocketing demand for online grocery services, we unpack the trends that are reshaping how we buy our groceries.
Online Shopping And Home Delivery
As more consumers prioritize convenience, online shopping and home delivery options for groceries have become increasingly popular.
Click And Collect
Customers can order their groceries online and then pick them up in-store, further streamlining the shopping experience.
Contactless Payment
With the rise of digital wallets and payment apps, more consumers are opting for contactless payment methods, increasing the speed and efficiency of checkout.
Health-Focused Products
As health and wellness become more mainstream, grocery stores will continue to expand their offerings of organic, gluten- free, vegan, and other health-focused products.
Sustainable Packaging
Eco-conscious consumers are demanding more sustainable packaging options for their groceries.
Plant-Based Protein
The popularity of plant-based diets has led to an expansion in plant-based protein options within grocery stores.
Waste Reduction
Grocery stores are implementing programs to reduce food waste, such as selling produce with cosmetic imperfections, repurposing expired or unsold food.
Local And Artisanal Goods
Consumers are increasingly interested in supporting local businesses, leading to a rise in locally-sourced and artisanal products in grocery stores.
Voice-Assisted Shopping
Advancements in voice-assistant technology have expanded into grocery shopping, allowing consumers to add items to their online shopping carts using voice commands.
Personalized Nutrition
As consumers become more interested in personalized health, grocery stores may expand into offering personalized nutrition plans based on customers’ individual needs and preferences.
Robotics And Automation
Robots and automated systems are becoming more common in grocery stores for tasks such as inventory management, cleaning, and even customer service.
In-Store Experiences
Grocery stores are creating experiential destinations by offering in-store dining options, cooking classes, and other interactive experiences to attract shoppers.
Urban And Vertical Farms
As the demand for locally sourced produce increases, grocery retailers may invest in urban and vertical farms located near or even within their stores.
Subscription-Based Services
The rise in popularity of meal kits and other subscription-based services may encourage grocery retailers to implement similar models.
Integration Of Augmented Reality
Augmented reality technology may be used in grocery stores to help customers navigate aisles, provide information on products, and offer personalized recommendations.
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How we write these articles
We have not conducted any studies ourselves. Our article provides a summary of all the statistics and studies available at the time of writing. We are solely presenting a summary, not expressing our own opinion. We have collected all statistics within our internal database. In some cases, we use Artificial Intelligence for formulating the statistics. The articles are updated regularly. See our Editorial Guidelines.