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The article focuses on the challenges faced by the seafood market in France, highlighting the declining sales across major categories like saurisserie, shellfish, and frozen fish. It explores how market players are adapting by creating new recipes and focusing on consumer preferences for convenience, health, and sustainability. It emphasizes the growing popularity of products like canned fish, which offer both practicality and quality. INSET: Fêtes de fin d'année: Une période clé.

The article focuses on the challenges faced by the meat industry in maintaining competitiveness amid persistent inflation, with a particular emphasis on offering affordable yet high-quality meat products. Topics include the impact of market fluctuations on meat consumption, the strategies employed by leading brands to address pricing concerns while ensuring flavor and convenience, and the evolving consumer preferences towards more accessible meat options.

The article presents the discussion on loyal community creating a sense of scarcity by limiting its distribution, thus making customers feel like part of an exclusive circle. Topics include economic climate where choices often lean towards lower prices and promotions, resisting the temptation of large-scale sales is a challenge; and emerging online brands like Sézanne demonstrate that success lies in adapting to evolving consumer preferences and maintaining a strong brand identity.

The article focuses on the challenges faced by the hygiene and beauty sector in France, particularly impacted by inflation. It highlights a decline in volume sales over the ten months of the year, accompanied by a rise in value due to inflation. It emphasizes the impact of inflation on consumer choices, the shift towards multi-use products, and the importance of eco-friendly and natural products. INSETS: Miss Den;L'Arbre Vert;Rainett Senses;Biolane

The article focuses on the resilience and dynamics of the cheese market in 2023, particularly highlighting the stability and growth of the self-service cheese market amid economic challenges. It explores market trends, consumer preferences, and the performance of various cheese segments, emphasizing the role of private labels, the impact of economic factors on brand choices, and the success of specific product launches by companies like Savencia and Lactalis. INSETS: Conjoncture;Fromagerie Gillot.

The article discusses the condiments market in France, including trends, consumer preferences, market dynamics, and strategies adopted by brands to meet changing consumer demands. It covers topics such as the increasing popularity of cooking at home, the influence of social media and culinary television shows, the demand for exotic flavors, the development of new product offerings, and the focus on attracting younger consumers.

The article focuses on the fiercely competitive non-food market, specifically on dishwashing products. It discusses the challenges in offering products that are both health and environmentally friendly while remaining affordable. It emphasizes the growing trend of refills as a future solution. It provides insights into the dishwashing product market, covering key players, market dynamics, and consumer preferences.

The article discusses the current trends in the French hot beverage market, particularly focusing on coffee and tea. It is reported that despite economic challenges, there is an increase in the value of these categories, driven by consumer demand for higher-quality products. It focuses on product quality, local sourcing, and environmental consciousness, aligning with consumer preferences for pleasurable and sustainable choices in hot beverages. INSET: Tendance.

The article discusses the various aspects of checkout lines in retail stores, focusing on the evolution of technology and customer preferences. It explores the challenges faced by retailers in choosing the right type of checkout systems, such as traditional cashiers, self-service kiosks and more, to meet the demands of today's fast-paced consumers. It also delves into the importance of digitalization, modular checkout solutions and the role of artificial intelligence.

The article focuses on the biscuit and cake market in France, highlighting the growing dominance of private label brands over national brands, the resilience of the market despite inflation, and the decline of the organic segment. The article also discusses product innovation, consumer preferences for indulgent brands, and efforts by manufacturers to improve product quality, reduce packaging, and navigate economic challenges such as rising raw material prices.

The article focuses on the challenges faced by the canned food market, including shortages, supply chain issues, inflation, and reduced promotions. Despite these difficulties, canned products remain essential in daily cooking and are constantly evolving to meet consumer preferences. The trends highlighted include a disrupted market, an increase in demand for chips and savory snacks, and innovation through product diversification.

The article focuses on the growing market for cold furniture in France, driven by European regulations and consumer demand. It highlights the importance of energy efficiency and marketing in the sector, as well as the challenges faced by manufacturers in balancing energy-saving features with attractive designs and customer preferences for open display units, and the emergence of connected and intelligent furniture that enables data analysis for improved performance and marketing strategies.

The article discusses the demand for both effectiveness and safety and transparency of cleaning products in France. It mentions that consumers are becoming more conscious of the ecological impact of certain ingredients and are selecting products made from natural ingredients, and despite positive developments, the household cleaning market has experienced a decline in value and volume due to the COVID-19 pandemic, causing consumers to seek essential products.

The article discusses the condition of beer market in France in 2023. It mentions that consumers continue to look for accessible products at all price ranges and with a wide variety of tastes, making the beer category very resilient. It also mentions that beer consumption in France has surpassed wine consumption, and despite uncertainties around supply chain and energy prices, market players believe the fundamentals are solid.

The article focuses on the dilemma surrounding printed advertising materials, particularly in the context of environmental concerns, shifting consumer behaviors, and the impact of initiatives like "Oui Pub." It mentions retailers, like E.Leclerc, are making efforts to reduce or eliminate printed advertising materials, and citing environmental reason. It also mentions despite the rising costs of paper and changes in consumer preferences, there is still a demand for printed advertising,.

The article presents the discussion on licenses allow the authorized use of their brands by licensees. Topics include licensing having a significant impact on consumer preferences and purchasing behavior, particularly among children; and licensors benefitting from increased brand visibility and exposure, as their characters and trademarks.

The article informs that to encourage the French to consume seafood products, the stakeholders are working on more elaborate recipes and developing cooked dishes, they thus respond to the search for practicality, at a fair price. It mentions among the growing categories, smoked, breaded and prepared fish are doing well, as are spreads and terrines, which correspond to new moments of tasting, during aperitifs or cocktail dinners.

The article focuses on the creative advertising agency Romance, which is integrating design into its core offerings to enhance its strategic approach. Topics include the appointment of Mélanie Pennec as head of design to lead this initiative; the importance of emotional connections in design for brand preference; and the agency's goal to create a more holistic service that combines advertising and design for better brand coherence.

The article focuses on the complexities of consumer behavior and how sustainability alone is not enough to build brand preference. It argues that while consumers value sustainability, they also seek affordability, pleasure, and emotional value in their purchases. It discusses the findings of the "Françaises, Français, etc." study, to be released in November which highlights economic motivations behind consumer choices and the challenges brands face in communicating their sustainability efforts.

The article focuses on "La Bonne Communauté," a new insights collection solution developed by leboncoin, which offers access to a panel of 8,000 diverse users. It provides brands with valuable data on consumer behaviors and preferences, facilitating tailored market research and advertising strategies. It allows advertisers to gain deep insights into the habits, opinions, and purchase intentions of French consumers.

The article reports on rise in the market of feminine hygiene. It mentions that feminine hygiene market is marked by a quest for naturalness and by a strong dynamism of washable and reusable products, and manufacturers are playing the transparency card to revitalize the market. It also mentions ecological protections are becoming the norm.

The article informs on the naturalness, efficiency and sensoriality of hygiene and beauty industry. It mentions that according to Marianne Dupuch Guillois, Trade Marketing Director Léa Nature, if the market shows a contraction in its sales due to the COVID-19 pandemic but also the awareness of consumers evolving towards a simplification of beauty routines, it opens a valuation of the mix, the shopper buying less but better.

The article informs that if the market is dynamic, and is evolving towards greater naturalness for the shopper looking for SANS products, the rise in raw materials risks modifying its contours within oil industry. It mentions oils category is emerging from an exceptional year in 2020 and, in 2021, has maintained a higher level of sales than in 2019 including sunflower and olive oil.

The article informs that between their concerns related to health and respect for the environment, the French are getting into the habit of consuming green cleaning and personal care products. It mentions buyers of ecological products are just as demanding as those of conventional brands, they have the same expectations in terms of effectiveness, fragrance, price and pleasure to use, with, in addition, a stronger desire for sustainable development in the broad sense.

The article informs that according to a Global Audio 2022 study by Médiamétrie, digital technologies are boosting the use of sound. It mentions that radio is no longer the essential accessory; it is dethroned by our smartphones and voice-activated speakers, and digital audio, along with the comments of Anne-Marie de Couvreur, president of Mediameeting.

The article informs that after a record year, in 2020 the home maintenance market is stabilizing. It mentions green products continue to appeal, combined with the search for efficiency and naturalness. It also mentions between face-to-face, remote, being in contact with or suffering from Covid, habits have changed considerably over the past two years.

The article informs that French are adopting new eating habit with more focus on vegetables. It mentions in search of good and healthy products, respectful of the environment, they no longer hesitate to cook vegetable recipes. It also mentions growth of the vegetable market is encouraging distributors to review their shelves.

The article informs on rise in the of canning in the ongoing crisis of the COVID-19 pandemic. It mentions with the health crisis, consumers have rediscovered the advantages of canning, and it ticks all the boxes of sustainable food and remains accessible in terms of price, along with the views of Marketing Director of Cofigeo, Philippe Lalère.

The article highlights the partnership between Media Figaro and Unlimitail, the joint venture between Carrefour and Publicis, aimed at refining audience segments based on Carrefour's data, enabling advertisers to target campaigns according to consumer preferences.

The article focuses on the disparate growth trends within the fresh meat market, with poultry showing a positive growth of 3 percent in sales units while butchery is declining by 0.4 percent. It mentions divergence is attributed to the higher prices of butchery compared to poultry, reflecting consumer preferences for white meat amid increasing environmental concerns, leading to stagnation in butchery assortments and growth in poultry selections.

The article focuses on how brands are responding to the growing demand for lightness and joy amid challenging times. Topics include the importance of bringing joy and meaning to consumers' lives, the role of brands in entertaining and surprising consumers, and the significance of allowing people to take moments to relax and reconnect with the past.

The article focuses on food company, Sodebo's performance and innovations across various segments of the fresh self-service catering market, including pizza, boxed meals, sandwiches, and salads. It highlights Sodebo's resilience in the face of declining unit sales in 2023, its efforts to gain market share compared to private labels, and its strategies for revitalizing product offerings in response to changing consumer preferences.

The article informs that organic products progressed more slowly than conventional products during 2020 in France as impact by COVID-19 pandemic. It mentions that to attract new consumers, brands emphasize made in France and other origins, sometimes including fair trade. It also mentions that in the context of the crisis, organic has not been the safe haven and consumers have postponed other difficult expenses.

The article informs that the organic market is running out of steam or, rather, is looking for a second wind in the ongoing crisis of COVID-19 pandemic. It mentions that faced with the explosion of the offer, the arrival of new players, the proliferation of labels and marketing promises, the pressure on purchasing power brought about by the COVID-19 crisis and the new expectations of consumers who result, would the organic market be a victim of its own success.

The article informs that in the first half of 2022, brands are stepping up their imagination to meet consumer demands, with, as a result, a profusion of innovations. It mentions during this post-Covid period, chicken and processed cuts recorded the best results and drove the market with respective growth, and The Douce France brand is making a comeback this spring in the LS fresh poultry section.

The article reports on increase in turnover of snack food market. Topics include bread firm Daunat has reworked the range of Traysby highlighting protein, views of David Bicheron, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Picadeli Franc on customer buying, and the notion of purchasing power, on time where many students no longer have food job .

The article informs on rise in plant-based products within food industry. It mentions that green is a food habit that is starting to take hold in consumer shopping , including the search for alternatives to animal products, for health, ethical and environmental issues. It also mentions about targeting gluttony.

The article informs that so as not to age with their audience, brands seek to get in tune with Generation Z, which includes young people aged 12 to 25. It mentions that they still need to identify the expectations of this youth and its contradictions as part of their business expansion and success plans.

The article informs that trolleys and baskets are adapting to the times of proximity, aesthetics, ergonomics, environment, and digitalization. It mentions that they are multiplied according to the needs and expectations of consumers for a customer experience that is as pleasant, adapted and quick as possible.

The article reports on rise in seafood market in France. It mentions that consumers are looking for reassurance, naturalness, health and practicality and are in favor of fish protein, which is considered healthier. It also mentions about rise in smoked salmon market during Christmas festival which offers health benefits.

The article reports that a survey carried out by YouGouv, French say they want to buy more locally. It mentions that they want them to prioritize actions to protect the environment, production located in France, and the protection of consumer health. It also mentions that brands have built on authenticity, strong industrial heritage and family histories.

The article discusses challenges in the agricultural sector, emphasizing the strained relationship between farmers and large-scale retail. It touches on upcoming commercial negotiations, the impact of inflation, and the role of technology in shaping the future of retail. It further reflects on consumer choices and the need for sustainable practices.

The article informs that the market responds to all consumer trends towards healthier ingredients within sauces with more virtuous recipes, local sourcing, recyclable packaging. It mentions that the consumption trends noted in these categories are in line with those of other food markets such as pleasure and taste, local and origins, well-being and organic, close to home-made.

The article celebrates the 50th anniversary of Sodebo, a French food company. It mentions that despite the challenges posed by the 2022 crises, Sodebo has managed to maintain strong sales in the fresh self-service catering category, particularly in sandwiches and boxes, and has even attracted new customers from a variety of French households, including those affected by inflation.

The article reports that the pasta range is evolving to better integrate the main consumer trends. Emeline Burdin, marketing manager of Alpina Savoie, says that the pasta market in CAM P6 (Nielsen) is stable with -0.1% in volume and + 0.6% in value. The market is driven by organic products, which account for more than 50% of CAM in terms of volume gains when they are recognized as a segment in their own right.