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Transforming the Fitness Industry: The Mental Wellbeing Association Redefines Industry Standards with Well-Being Certification

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Jeudi, mai 2, 2024

TIMONIUM, Md., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Mental Wellbeing Association (MWA), a not-for-profit initiative of the John W. Brick Mental Health Foundation, has established the first certification in mental well-being designed specifically for fitness professionals.

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  • TIMONIUM, Md., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Mental Wellbeing Association (MWA), a not-for-profit initiative of the John W. Brick Mental Health Foundation, has established the first certification in mental well-being designed specifically for fitness professionals.
  • Fitness professionals from all over the world have embarked on their journeys to becoming certified in mental well-being.
  • Crafted under the expertise of top professionals in mental health, psychiatry, and fitness, the Mental Well-Being Certification for Fitness Professionals is a comprehensive 20-hour online program and is available globally.
  • Join us at the forefront of the mental well-being renaissance, bridging the gap between fitness and mental health—get certified in mental well-being!

Fastest Growing Pet Food Segment Reflects Consumer Interest in Health, Wellness

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Lundi, avril 1, 2024

Sales growth among the pet food category segments demonstrates consumers’ willingness to pay a premium for pet foods perceived as providing specific health benefits.

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  • Sales growth among the pet food category segments demonstrates consumers’ willingness to pay a premium for pet foods perceived as providing specific health benefits.
  • Continued growth in the fresh pet food segment is expected to usher in new market entrants and may create opportunities for new ingredient suppliers.
  • Consumer research firm Mintel found that more than half of U.S. pet food buyers perceive freshly prepared foods to be healthy, and 79% are willing to pay more for healthier pet food products.
  • Roberts said the market potential for pet food and ancillary pet products shows signs of expanding even beyond its considerable growth of recent years.

Comperemedia unveils Offer Index - a proprietary tool redefining credit card offer comparisons

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Jeudi, décembre 7, 2023

CHICAGO, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Comperemedia, a Mintel company, today announced a groundbreaking new product set that simplifies the competitive credit card landscape: Offer Index.

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  • CHICAGO, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Comperemedia, a Mintel company, today announced a groundbreaking new product set that simplifies the competitive credit card landscape: Offer Index.
  • Analyzing six key attributes for non-rewards and no-fee cash rewards cards like annual fee, rewards, acquisition incentive, purchase APR, introductory purchase APR, and balance transfer, Offer Index distills the competitiveness of credit card offerings into one number—the Offer Score.
  • Offer Index creates a more nuanced view of competitors' acquisition strategies than what can be found on public card sites, providing credit card companies the opportunity to see the value of their cards from the eye of the consumer with simple comparisons and clearly defined competitive sets.
  • "Developed by our incredible team of Data Scientists and Credit Card experts, Offer Index gives credit card companies 'x-ray' vision into their competitor's offers," stated Ben Dietz, President, Mintel Americas.

AutoNation Launches AutoNationParts.com

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Mardi, octobre 31, 2023

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- AutoNation, Inc. (NYSE: AN), America's most admired automotive retailer, today announced the official launch of AutoNationParts.com, a new eCommerce website enabling Customers to purchase high-quality automotive parts and accessories at competitive prices, shipped directly to their homes.

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  • As the lifecycle of vehicle ownership grows, AutoNation wants to continue to be there for our Customers who take pride in doing their own maintenance, repairs, and customizations."
  • With more than 300 locations in 20 states and more than 24,000 Associates, AutoNation has sold and serviced more than 14 million vehicles.
  • From buying and selling vehicles to providing on-site and mobile repair services and online parts sales for the DIY mechanic, AutoNation delivers a Customer experience unmatched in the automotive industry.
  • Power Dealers of Excellence, AutoNation is transforming the automotive retail business by establishing a new standard for excellence in sales and service and pioneering industry-leading programs around transparent pricing and financing.

Top 2024 Food and Beverage Trends Revealed by Specialty Food Association Trendspotter Panel

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Mardi, octobre 17, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Specialty Food Association (SFA) Trendspotter Panel has predicted what will be hot in specialty food for 2024.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Specialty Food Association (SFA) Trendspotter Panel has predicted what will be hot in specialty food for 2024.
  • Though a smaller segment than food, in many recent years beverage sales have grown at a faster pace, according to SFA's State of the Specialty Food Industry research , fueled by innovation.
  • These trends, and more, will be at the 2024 Winter Fancy Food Show in Las Vegas.
  • The largest B2B specialty food event in the western United States, the Winter Fancy Food Show features thousands of specialty food and beverage products from around the world.

Nearly half of winter holiday shoppers* (44%) say they plan to shop during pre-season events like Amazon Prime Day

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Lundi, octobre 9, 2023

Nearly half (48%) of winter holiday shoppers agree they are open to shopping for pre-owned gifts for the 2023 holiday season.

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  • Nearly half (48%) of winter holiday shoppers agree they are open to shopping for pre-owned gifts for the 2023 holiday season.
  • 38% of Gen Z winter holiday shoppers say they might shop at thrift or consignment stores this holiday season.
  • CHICAGO, Oct. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- According to new Mintel research, nearly half (44%) of US consumers who plan on shopping during the 2023 winter holiday season say they plan to do so during a pre-season sales event like the upcoming Amazon Prime Day.
  • Three in five (59%) consumers who plan to do winter holiday shopping in 2023 say they want to spend the least amount of money possible.

74% of beauty consumers agree that makeup products from affordable brands work just as well as products from premium brands

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Jeudi, septembre 28, 2023

41% of those who believe affordable and premium products are comparable in efficacy also say they prefer to buy premium makeup, no matter the price.

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  • 41% of those who believe affordable and premium products are comparable in efficacy also say they prefer to buy premium makeup, no matter the price.
  • 67% of makeup users ages 18-34 say they are paying more attention to ingredients used in makeup products than a year ago.
  • CHICAGO, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- According to new Mintel research, three-quarters (74%) of makeup users agree that affordable makeup products work just as well as premium ones, suggesting a makeup culture favorable toward 'dupes.'
  • 'Dupes' aside, 41% of those who believe affordable and premium products are comparable in efficacy also say they prefer to buy premium makeup, no matter the price.

Stella Rosa® Wines Launches New Spicy Series, Bringing the Heat to Wine Glasses

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Mardi, septembre 26, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Stella Rosa® Wines has done it again and #TacoTuesday drinks will never be the same. Stella Rosa® Wines is introducing a new collection of sweet and spicy wines to its portfolio of 30+ semi-sweet, semi-sparkling wines. The Spicy Series is meeting two trending categories: sweet heat and low-ABV options.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Stella Rosa® Wines has done it again and #TacoTuesday drinks will never be the same.
  • Stella Rosa® Wines is introducing a new collection of sweet and spicy wines to its portfolio of 30+ semi-sweet, semi-sparkling wines.
  • "Our consumers are looking for a wine that is flavorful but also lower in alcohol content and fun," said Stella Rosa Wines President, Steve Riboli.
  • Find your Stella Rosa® here and learn more about the Stella Rosa® Spicy Series here .

One in five social media users consider themselves an influencer or content creator

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Mercredi, août 30, 2023

CHICAGO, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- One in five (19%) social media users consider themselves to be content creators (10%) or influencers (9%), according to new Mintel research.

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  • CHICAGO, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- One in five (19%) social media users consider themselves to be content creators (10%) or influencers (9%), according to new Mintel research.
  • This number increases to 28% for Gen Z social media users as 11% consider themselves to be influencers and 17% content creators.
  • When it comes to general social media usage, almost all (98%) online adults use at least one social media platform on a daily or weekly basis—jumping to 100% of Gen Z. Mintel research reveals that four in five (82%) social media users follow at least one type of social media personality (content creator or influencer).
  • Among social media users who follow content creators, Baby Boomers significantly prefer to follow social media personalities on Facebook (75%), while Gen Z prefers YouTube (62%), TikTok (62%), and Instagram (56%).

Plant-Based Meat Alternatives Struggle to Maintain Early Momentum

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Lundi, août 14, 2023

DENVER, Aug. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- U.S. consumers remain interested in plant-based meat alternatives, but higher prices have led many prospective return consumers to taper off their purchases.

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  • DENVER, Aug. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- U.S. consumers remain interested in plant-based meat alternatives, but higher prices have led many prospective return consumers to taper off their purchases.
  • The price of plant-based meats is often several dollars a pound higher than for equivalent meat and poultry products.
  • Plant-based meat sales peaked in 2020 when consumers had more discretionary income and were curious about broadening their food spend in the wake of pandemic-era food shortages.
  • However, innovation around taste, texture and mouthfeel will be essential to capture more mass-market consumers.”
    Sales of meat alternatives have fallen steadily since 2021 and more sharply over the last year.