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ANALYSIS: WOG Prices Turn Upward Despite Values Lagging Behind Past Norms
3-lb. to 3.5-lb. WOG prices are entering the seasonal period where values typically firm into the end of the year. The historical pattern is clear: November and December routinely post some of the highest pricing of the calendar year as consumer behavior shifts around holiday shopping. Families spend more time outside the home and lean heavily on convenience foods like rotisserie chickens or deli-prepared eight-piece fried chicken. The consistent bump in retail and food service pull has historically translated into a reliable lift on whole chicken markets. Over the past five seasons, the average increase...
2025 Industry Insights on Consumer Resilience and Holiday Shopping Trends From ICSC
In 2025, the world continues to navigate challenges like the fluctuating job market, food inflation, politics and tariffs.
Amid these uncertainties, the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) is dedicated to supporting and enhancing marketplaces where people shop, dine, work, play, and gather, viewing them as vital to both communities and economies.
The company has released its 2025 Holiday Shopping Intentions survey, highlighting consumer resilience in seeking value and experiences despite individual financial obstacles.
The survey indicates an anticipated 3.5-4% growth in retail...
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