The use of GLP-1 drugs, which is already exerting a significant impact on the US food and beverage market, is set to rise sharply around the world in 2026. Semaglutide, the active ingredient in drugs like Ozempic, goes off-patent in much of the world that year. This means that millions of people are going to change how they eat and drink in the coming years, with significant impacts on the food and drink industry.
What’s the potential impact of Trump’s policies across industries and economies? Stream this webinar to examine four major concerns right now: tariffs, migration, deregulation and consumer demand.
The Chinese government’s Healthy China Initiative 2019-2030 presents an opportunity for food and beverage brands to innovate, be that through reformulating existing products with better-for-you ingredients, developing targeted offerings that address specific health needs, or enhancing transparency to highlight product benefits and build consumer trust.
This year’s Sweet and Snacks Expo in the US, hosted by the National Confectioners Association, showcased the industry’s enhanced innovation capabilities and refocus on providing value to the consumer. Sensorially stimulating formats, bold and beloved flavours, and purpose-driven dialogue were major takeaways from the show.
The pet care industry has been undergoing digital transformation. The global market value size of pet care is set to reach USD207 billion in 2025, presenting great opportunities to embed finance across the key phases in the customer journey.
While cost still dominates many people’s food choices, factors such as health positioning, demand for convenience and sustainability are all playing a key role in consumers’ decisions. Fresh food’s health credentials are strengthening further, as ever more consumers become concerned about processed food; however, this positive for the industry must be weighed against the continued tough spending environment.