Adapting to Change: Retail Sector Trends for the Year Ahead

Takeaways

• The US CPG sector is projected to grow by 3.2% in 2025.
• Consumers will continue to seek value and promotions in CPG products.
• Mass merchants and warehouse clubs are expected to grow by 4.8% in 2025.
• Grocery retail is anticipated to grow by 3.1%, driven by grocery inflation.
• Department stores are facing a decline of 4.8% due to competition from online retailers.
• Drugstore sales are expected to increase by a low single-digit percentage in 2025.
• Health and wellness products will be key drivers for drugstore sales growth.
• Warehouse clubs are outperforming discount stores due to value perception.
• Amazon's multi-channel grocery model will continue to disrupt the market.
• CVS and Walgreens are facing challenges from non-traditional pharmacies and online players.

Chapters

00:00 2025 CPG Sector Outlook

02:22 Mass Merchants and Warehouse Clubs Predictions

04:45 Grocery Store Trends for 2025

07:06 Department Store Challenges and Opportunities

08:30 Pharmacy and Drugstore Market Insights

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