Food industry experts at Mintel dive into the complex world of ultra-processed foods (UPFs). They discuss consumer understanding of food processing and the impact of clean label trends. How do global variations in food regulations and market preferences pose challenges for the food industry? Tune in to find out more!

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Timestamps:

(00:03) Introduction

(01:21) Discussion on Clean Label and consumer understanding

(04:40) NutriScore and its adoption

(06:52) WHO study on Ultra-Processed Foods

(08:45) Convenience and affordability as purchase drivers

(11:12) Industry response to Ultra-Processed Foods

(13:44) Regulatory challenges for the food industry

(15:33) Varying demographic perception to Ultra-Processed Foods

(18:03) What do young consumers think

(22:05) Key takeaways

Host:

Lynn Dornblaser, Principal Consultant, Mintel Consulting.

Guests:

David Jago, Principal Consultant, Mintel Consulting.

Stephanie Mattucci, CFS, Director, Food and Drink Research, Mintel.

Travel and leisure experts from Mintel look into how Euro 2024 is generating consumer excitement in Europe. They dive into the ripple effects of the Euro 2024 on consumer habits across Europe, discussing trends in travel, hospitality, technology, and retail. The conversation reveals insights into how the excitement around the tournament influences various sectors, including the impact on the hospitality industry, changes in consumer purchasing behaviours, and innovative marketing strategies employed by brands to capitalise on this major sporting event.

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Timestamps:

(00:03) Introduction by Andrew McDougall

(01:18) General trends in consumer behaviour during Euro 2024

(04:40) German consumer behaviour and cultural influences

(06:58) Impact on the travel industry in Germany and the UK

(09:49) UK travel and hospitality industry reactions

(13:17) Influence on technology and retail sectors

(20:12) Brand campaigns about Euro 2024 that energise consumers

(26:10) Engaging consumers using social media during sporting events

(28:55) Opportunities for brands to engage with women during sporting events

(31:54) Takeaways

Host:

Andrew McDougall, Director, Mintel Beauty and Personal Care.

Guests:

Paul Davies, Category Director, Technology and Consumer Leisure, Mintel.

Silvia Hondt, Senior Analyst, Travel and Leisure, Mintel.

Data science experts from Mintel look into how Generative AI can supercharge market research and help market intelligence experts make better analysis faster.

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Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro

(01:34) What is the Fear of Being Obsolete (FOBO) for businesses looking to use AI

(11:42) Risks of adopting new technology earlier than planned

(13:13) How should businesses devise an AI strategy

(19:40) Use cases and how AI supercharges experts in market research

(26:58) Using AI to create better models and analysis

(33:03) Evolution of AI in market research in the near future

Host:

Andrew McDougall, Director, Mintel Beauty and Personal Care.

Guests:

Ben Arnold, Global Head of Data Science, Mintel.

Jason Thomson, SVP of Innovation, Mintel.