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This Week in Consumer News: 15 Stories You Need to See
Saturday, December 14, 2024
A roundup of the most newsworthy consumer and retail announcements from PR Newswire this week, including the revival of CHI-CHI'S(TM) Mexican restaurant, a new partnership between Domino's(®) and Netflix, and an affordable luxury update from Frontier Airlines.
NEW YORK, Dec. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help consumer/retail journalists and consumers stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a recap of some major stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.
The list below includes the headline (with a link to the full text) and an excerpt from each story. Click on the press release headlines to access accompanying multimedia assets that are available for download.
1. CHI-CHI'S(TM) Restaurants Set for Comeback After Two DecadesNearly 20
years after closing the last CHI-CHI'S(TM) restaurant location, the
popular Mexican restaurant chain is set to make a comeback thanks to a
new agreement with Hormel Foods, owner of CHI-CHI'S(TM) trademarks.
2. Bath & Body Works Announces Annual Candle Day DealCandle Day offers the
lowest price of the season on 3-wick candles, including more than 50
Candle Day exclusives and six new-to-the-brand fragrances dropping for
the event. This year's event will take place Saturday, Dec. 7 and Sunday,
Dec. 8, 2024.
3. Domino's(®) and Netflix Partner to Bring Emergency Pizza to the Squid
Game UniverseAs the hit Netflix series Squid Game approaches its season
two debut on Dec. 26, Domino's is activating at Squid Game: The
Experience to give away free Emergency Pizza for a year to players with
the lowest scores.
4. Frontier Airlines Unveils the Next Evolution of The New Frontier:
Affordable Luxury and Unmatched Loyalty BenefitsKey features include
First Class seating, free seat upgrades into Frontier's premium seat
offerings for Elite members, unlimited free companion travel,* and more
ways to redeem FRONTIER Miles.
5. 'Tis the Season for Soup! Panera Unveils New Holiday Cups to Soup Up
Annual TraditionsWith more than 140 million servings sold annually,
Panera's soup has become a winter essential that guests can't get enough
of, and Panera's Holiday Soup Cups are perfect for those chilly days when
you want to cozy up with a comforting classic.
6. Rover Releases Most Popular Pet Names and Trends of 2024 "The pet names
we choose are a look into our latest cultural obsessions and our sources
of joy," said Nicole Ellis, Certified Professional Trainer and Rover Pet
People Panelist. "This year's report reads like the magazines we used to
love flipping through--the names are equal parts tabloid-worthy and total
comfort food."
7. FIFA welcomes The Home Depot as Official Home Improvement Retail
Supporter for FIFA World Cup 26(TM) in North AmericaBuilding on the
retailer's history of supporting soccer and other athletic events, fans
can expect unique on-site "Built by The Home Depot" at FIFA Fan Festivals
and stadiums. The Home Depot will also bring the World Cup experience to
its associates and customers with opportunities to participate in FIFA
World Cup(TM) activations leading up to and during the 2026 edition.
8. Pizza Hut Pilots New Restaurant Design in Plano, Texas The restaurant
includes self-service kiosks for faster order placement, cabinets for
easy, contactless pick-up and a guest-facing pizza making station to
showcase the quality and care that goes into every Pizza Hut pizza. In
addition, the restaurant will introduce a drive-thru featuring a "Hut 'N
Go(TM)" menu that offers a select list of "ready-now" items that can be
quickly ordered and picked up at the window.
9. Tatcha Brings Japanese Skincare to Ulta BeautyExpanding intentional
luxury to more beauty lovers, the transformative Japanese skincare brand
will be available at all Ulta Beauty stores nationwide and online on
January 1, 2025. Tatcha's entrance offers Ulta Beauty guests an
introduction to Japanese beauty rituals, characterized by a respect for
holistic skin health and mindful consumption.
10. Rakuten Advertising Reveals 2024 Cyber 5 Shopping Trends"This year,
shoppers prioritized price above all else," said Nick Stamos, CEO of
Rakuten Advertising. "Our data revealed that shoppers did the bulk of
their holiday purchasing early when better deals were available so they
could make bigger ticket purchases come Cyber Monday."
11. Say Goodbye to your Coffee Curfew with New ST?K Decaf Cold Brew
CoffeePackaged with a brand-new white label, ST?K Cold Brew Coffee is
introducing the first ready-to-drink decaffeinated cold brew made
available in grocery stores nationwide. ST?K Decaf Cold Brew is
available in the brand's top two performing roasts, Unsweet and Not Too
Sweet.
12. KFC(®) Unveils 2024 Holiday Bucket and Streetwear-Inspired Merch
Collection, Plus Festive Feast DealsThis year, the fried chicken chain
is releasing its most colorful and whimsical holiday bucket yet,
featuring a "Buckets of Joy" design by Yeye Weller, the popular
illustrator duo, plus matching streetwear-inspired holiday merch.
13. Neiman Marcus Group Celebrates the Magic Makers Creating Unforgettable
Customer Experiences this Holiday SeasonNMG's associate recognition
campaign, "Holiday Magic Makers," provides a peek behind the curtain
into the many roles that make the season spectacular. This year,
hundreds of Magic Makers have been nominated for their outstanding
contributions.
14. Natural Grocers(®) Unveils 2025's Must-Know TrendsThe annual list
highlights expert predictions on the emerging products and practices set
to shape the year. In 2025, the company anticipates a focus on simple,
yet thoughtful choices that prioritize wellness and the planet.
15. Ferrero's Holiday Survey Reveals Chocolate Tops Wine and Baking Sweet
Treats Rivals Gift OpeningThe survey reveals how consumers intend to
indulge more this holiday season, prioritizing chocolate over other
treats as they savor the joy of holiday baking, gifting, and creating
festive experiences.
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