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Catalina’s Q1 2025 Shopping Basket Index, which tracks the aggregate average price changes of 10 common grocery product categories, shows grocery price inflation in the U.S. continued to cool in the first quarter of 2025, with a few tariff-related exceptions.
Catalina’s Shopping Basket Index reveals grocery price inflation cooled in the first quarter of 2025, dropping to 2% overall compared to the previous year. While most categories show moderating inflation and some frozen food prices have declined, staples such as deodorants, coffee, and soft drinks are experiencing upward pricing pressure. Data shows that potential tariff-related cost increases on imported goods may quicken price hikes in specific categories.
Catalina’s Adam Van Beck shares how CPG brands can navigate Q2 2025’s market volatility. He says marketers can optimize budgets and maximize ROI amidst inflation and tariff uncertainty by leveraging advanced data analytics and precise targeting. He also explains why agile marketing and retailer-agnostic solutions are the best ways to navigate these dynamic times and reach high-value shoppers effectively.
The Table Wine category is transforming, presenting both challenges and opportunities for growth this year. Insights from Catalina's Shopper Intelligence Platform reveal five key strategies to capture the next generation of wine drinkers, from focusing on new buyer acquisition to capitalizing on the rise of premiumization and emerging categories. Learn how to navigate this dynamic landscape and cultivate lasting brand loyalty.
As the New Year approaches, understanding consumer beverage preferences can help brands and retailers capitalize on the latest trends. Premixed cocktails and non-alcoholic options are gaining popularity, while traditional choices like craft beer and champagne are losing ground, according to new data from Catalina’s Shopper Intelligence Platform.
As the original Retail Media Network and pioneer of 1:1 personalized media, Catalina is a natural partner for agencies serving consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands. Here are nine key questions advertising and media agencies frequently ask us about our capabilities.
Brands are increasingly shifting media dollars to Connected TV (CTV) because it offers more precise targeting and tracking of campaign performance than linear TV, according to Jenna Bennett, VP, Digital Media Sales & Strategy. She explains how Catalina’s BuyerScience platform can further enhance CTV’s power by adding more context to contextual targeting in real-time.