In the turbulent economic environment, money is losing its value. Consumers are reevaluating their spending across sectors. With a looming crisis of trust in financial institutions, how are people managing their budgets? And how can brands navigate the complex relationship between value and cost?

In what seems to be an evolution of the 'girl dinner', the rat snacking trend sees TikTok users scavenging their pantries to create novel snack combinations. Amid the concerning resurgence of diet culture, it’s encouraging audiences to honour their body’s needs through intuitive eating.

There has been a surge in the number of Britons taking packed lunches for work – a clear indicator that the post-pandemic return to the office is almost complete. But with more workers eating their midday meals al desko, how is office morale being impacted? And how can food and drink brands respond?

A widespread return to working in-office spurred a catering boom over 2023 as workplaces look for solutions to feed hungry employees. While workers are hesitant to accept office mandates, employers are responding by offering more perks to soften the pain of commuting and lure people back.

From opting against three square meals to getting more creative in the kitchen, daily food and drink routines have been shaken up as many people have embraced hybrid working. How might these changes create new opportunities for brands around snacking, meal preparation, and forging healthy habits?