Mintel has identified seven trends it projects will impact global consumer markets in 2021 and offered insights and recommendations for companies and brands to act on in the next 12 months.

Despite COVID-19’s initial impact on consumer behavior, the pandemic hasn’t shelved sustainability as a priority so much as redefined it.

Harpak-ULMA has launched a new North American initiative to help the bakery and confectionery markets improve flexibility and operational performance in response to COVID-19 business disruptions.

Innova Market Insights says health and immunity will remain “top of mind” for consumers as concerns over COVID-19 extend into next year.

Confectionery industry events for 2021 have been canceled as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, while others are moving ahead in a virtual format.

Organizers for interpack have canceled the 2021 event due to increasing COVID-19 infections and ongoing travel restrictions.