Trends from PLMA's International Trade Show

PLMA's 2025 World of Private Label International Trade Show, held May 20-21 in Amsterdam, featured 3,150+ exhibitors from 75 countries. In all, more than 32,000 trade professionals - including retailers, exhibitors and other visitors from 125 countries - attended the event. Judith Kolenburg reports on trends she found in the Idea Supermarket®, a special showcase featuring the latest product and packaging trends from around the globe. Among the products Kolenburg profiles: items for new moms and babies from Boots and dm-drogerie markt; and sports nutrition from Auchan and Aldi. Click here to download video

Annual Private Label Trade Show

"Store Brands Marketplace: PLMA's 2025 Private Label Trade Show" is the ultimate B2B event for empowering the retail industry, featuring thousands of products under one roof. November 16-18. For more information contact info@plma.com.
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Industry Expert Shares Outlook on 'Retail Renaissance' for Private Label

Burt P. Flickinger III, managing director of Strategic Resource Group, discusses what he describes as the private label Renaissance in America. He predicts that private label unit share will soar within the next five to seven years. The industry’s focus on innovation, quality and value are the main factors contributing to this growth. Likewise, consumer financial pressures are playing a role. Click here to download video

Top 5 Retail Marketplace Themes

Five key themes are having an impact on the retail marketplace. Find out what they are from Rachel Dalton, Head of Retail Insights, North America, Kantar. AI, manufacturer-retailer partnerships and "decisive retail" are among the areas explored. Hear more about these and other themes, along with the impact on private label growth. Click here for full interview.
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From Silos to Insights: How to Build Data-Driven Systems

Businesses need to break down data silos, fragmented data ecosystems that lack integration between departments, says Joe Puglia, business technology and operations consulting principal, Plante Moran, PLLC. Eliminating data silos can improve collaboration, create efficiencies and provide better insights. Puglia also discusses the role of AI in planning, forecasting and scheduling. CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE FULL VIDEO. Click here to download video

Small Formats are Big News

Evolving consumer shopping habits have prompted certain retailers to modify their store formats. Among other advantages, stores with a smaller footprint meet shopper demand for quicker, more frequent shopping visits; a wider selection of fresh products and a more personalized experience. What’s more, they carry lower overhead costs. Plus, they enable retailers to enter new markets. McMillanDoolittle's Amanda Lai, Director of Food Industry Practice at McMillanDoolitle, speaks with Carol Angrisani.Click here to download video

Takeaways from Leadership Conference

PLMA’s 2025 Annual Meeting & Leadership Conference united manufacturers, retailers, and other industry players to discuss trends in private brands and retailing. The conference featured more than two dozen speakers, including Jack Sinclair, CEO, Sprouts. Plus, the Class of 2025 was inducted into the Private Label Hall of Fame. Watch Michael Sansolo’s post-conference report here.
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Manufacturer-Retailer Collaboration is Key to Private Label Growth

The U.S. private label industry could see a $100 billion rise in sales over the next five years, reaching about $350 billion, according to consulting firm AlixPartners. Effective retailer-manufacturer collaboration is key to capturing this growth opportunity. Winning manufacturers will be those that partner with retailers to alleviate challenges and capability gaps. CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE FULL VIDEO.
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Private Label Dominates with Record $271 Billion in Sales

PLMA reveals year-end sales figures reflecting significant growth in multiple categories. Private label sales hit $271 billion in 2024. Some categories are up double digits, as national brand growth dips into negative numbers. Maureen Donoghue reveals the standouts and shares details on how to learn more. Click here to download video