August Was 'A Very Tough Month' for Grocery Unit Sales
August was 'a very tough month' for grocery unit sales, with Circana data prepared by 210 Analytics showing widespread volume declines, led by meat, produce and bakery.
Topic: Circana
Grocery Unit Sales Fell 2.1% in August, Circana Data Shows
Total food and beverage unit sales fell 2.1% in August as higher prices propped up dollars. Frozen foods and shelf-stable seafood gained while produce slid 6.7%, Circana data show…
Meat Sales Slide on Price, but Quality and Assortment Offer a Fix
Beef loin volume fell 7% while prices rose 13.2%, Circana reports. Retailers can counter cost concerns with merchandising built on quality, assortment, convenience and meal soluti…
