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Food and Beverage Industry Trends

This living topic page covers the latest trends, news, and updates in the food and beverage industry. Key highlights include changing consumer preferences towards organic, locally sourced, and exotic foods, as well as the financial challenges faced by major restaurant chains and grocery stores. The content also discusses the increasing role of technology in enhancing customer experience, such as through mobile ordering apps and touchless payment systems. Additionally, the page addresses issues of food safety, recalls, and the impact of inflation on food prices. From innovative menu items and loyalty programs to corporate mergers and regulatory changes, this topic provides a comprehensive overview of the dynamic food and beverage landscape.

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Advocacy group warns that surveillance pricing may be too tempting for retailers to ignore

It urges consumers to remain alert to being ‘gouged’

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An advocacy group says Walmart’s patents and shopping technology raise concerns about personalized pricing.

Walmart’s CEO says the company does not charge different prices based on a shopper’s identity, history or urgency, and promises it will not do so.

A patent describes ways prices could vary, but it does not establish that Walmart uses those methods.

As ConsumerAffairs reported this week, Walmart’s CEO has issued a letter to customers, pledging not to use surveillance p...

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