Items Tagged with 'tariffs'

Concerns are prompting consumers to change their shopping habits, according to a recent survey. Acosta Group’s “2025 State of the Shopper Survey” reveal how shoppers are navigating economic uncertainty and tariff concerns with resilience and adaptability. 

Blue Yonder, Dallas, announced the results of its 2025 Global Consumer Sentiment on Grocery Inflation Survey, revealing how sustained inflation, supply chain challenges and global tariffs are influencing grocery spending and broader consumer behavior across generations and regions. 

Artificial intelligence continues to be an asset for beverage-makers. Progression in AI’s capabilities has led to increasing usage in terms of insights, supply chain and much more within the beverage industry. 

The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS), Washington, D.C., has shared the findings of a recent report, titled American Spirits Exports Report.

Coffee Bros., a U.S.-based specialty coffee roaster, is urging the federal government to exempt coffee from the newly imposed tariffs.

In a conversation with Beverage Industry, Ed Brown, Partner at law firm Burr & Forman with the Beverage Services practice, discussed what impact tariffs could have on business operations in the United States, as well as what wholesalers, manufacturers, and retailers can expect when tariffs begin to roll out. 

Tequila and mezcal are in favor with consumers thanks to premium offerings and innovative cocktails featuring these agave-based spirits.

Import beer posted another strong year in 2024 with experts calling attention to the performance of Mexican beers as the driving force behind that growth; however, potential tariffs could stall that growth.

Inflation already has put the pressure on consumers’ pocketbooks. In an Insights piece, Jenny Zegler, director of food and drink at Mintel, writes why food and drink companies as well as retailers will need to justify any price increases if tariffs become a reality.