Gen X consumers, born between 1965 and 1981, now account for the largest percentage of consumer packaged goods (CPG), general merchandise and quick-service restaurant (QSR) sales, usurping Boomers for the first time, according to a new report from consumer insights firm Numerator.
Crane Brewing (Raytown, Missouri), has closed after 11 years. In its early days, the brewery built its name on the homebrew and beer fest circuit with namesake Michael Crane’s sour ales and magenta-hued beet beer.
Labor Day may need to start campaigning if it wants to remain a staple of end-of-summer celebrations, particularly with the youngest legal-drinking-age (LDA) consumers.
Independence Day (July 4) celebrations may be slightly more subdued this year compared to 2024, but could lean more positively toward the on-premise, according to survey results from Numerator and CGA.
