The state of grocery retail
As part of McKinsey’s ongoing coverage of the grocery industry, it publishes a range of reports and content on the factors and developments shaping the grocery landscape. Our in-depth research and analysis of specific regions features deep dives into trending topics as well as interviews with leading executives.
The State of Grocery Retail Europe 2025
The State of Grocery Retail Europe 2024
Growth in the era of intentional shoppers: Beyond omnichannel grocery in Latin America
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Our latest report in conjunction with Worldpanel by Numerator finds a new kind of consumer emerging across the region—and opportunities...
State of grocery retail MENA 2026: Managing the growth paradox
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Consumer confidence in the Middle East and North Africa is rising, but retail momentum is not. Ten trends can help grocers navigate...
The state of grocery retail in Mexico
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Our latest report with Kantar finds consumers prioritizing value, shifting toward hard discount over traditional trade...
The state of grocery retail in Latin America
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As signs of economic stabilization emerge, our latest report in conjunction with Kantar finds that consumers across the region...
Turning a corner: The State of Grocery Retail South Africa 2024
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After several challenging years, South Africa’s grocery market appears to be turning a corner. What are the implications...
A growth arena: State of grocery retail 2024 Middle East and North Africa
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Grocery retailers across the Middle East and North Africa have weathered postpandemic headwinds. Nine trends shaping the sector...
Grocery retail in Asia: Thriving in changing consumption patterns
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Asian grocers and FMCG companies are dealing with the impact of inflation and changing consumer preferences. Our analysis highlights...
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The state of grocery in North America 2023
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Grocery executives face a host of new challenges, including flat growth and margin pressure. Five trends could point the way...
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The state of grocery retail in Latin America
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Persistent inflation and shifting consumer preferences will test grocery retailers across the region. Four imperatives—supported...
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State of grocery Europe 2023: Living with and responding to uncertainty
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2022 was overshadowed by inflation. As that shadow is lifting, European grocers are gearing up for future growth by investing...
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Five trends that will define South Korean grocery in 2023
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The ability to respond quickly to evolving consumer preferences could separate market leaders from the pack.
The state of grocery retail around the world
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A survey of more than 30,000 consumers and 100 grocery CEOs reveals the challenges—and opportunities—that grocery...
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The state of grocery in Southeast Asia
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A series of emerging trends will put pressure on modern grocery retailers to adapt. Five “resets” hold the key to continued growth....
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The state of grocery in North America
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The emergence of new challenges will force grocery retailers to adapt their strategies and operations. Executives should focus...
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Navigating the headwinds: The State of Grocery Retail 2022: Europe
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Retailers must be prepared to take bold actions and keep investing in key areas such as online, new profit pools, analytics,...
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The state of grocery retail in India
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The grocery market in India has evolved considerably in the past decade. Here’s what you need to know about the changing...
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Ten Trends shaping the grocery industry in 2022 and beyond
Navigating the market headwinds – The State of Grocery Retail 2022: Europe
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A year like no other for European grocery retailers: The state of the industry post 2020
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The coronavirus pandemic has reshaped the European grocery-retail landscape at unprecedented speed and scale. Five major forces...
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The State of Grocery Retail 2021 - North America
This report is part of McKinsey’s broader global series The State of Grocery Retail, an annual publication covering three...
