Musings From Deepak @ DSG Consumer Partners #82

All things consumer & insurgent brands. What I am currently reading, thinking about, and reflecting upon. You can follow me on Twitter at @dishahdadpuri or follow DSGCP at @dsgcp.

Piccolo launches in Ikea — www.thegrocer.co.uk

DSGCP portfolio company Piccolo has launched into Ikea. In July it launched in M&S.

Consumers, Categories Growing for Non-Alc Brands — www.bevnet.com

🥃 🥃 Non-alcoholic (Non-Alc) beverages and spirits are evolving from a niche market into a fast-moving segment with products ranging across different use occasions and need states 🥃🥃 DSGCP portfolio company Melati is one of the leading brands from SEA in this category.

The global grocery retail sector in 2022 and beyond

A recent McKinsey survey of more than 30,000 consumers reveals the challenges and opportunities that grocery retailers around the world face today. This has a direct impact on founders building consumer brands irrespective of their initial GTM playbook.

Digital resilience: Consumer survey finds ample scope for growth

Consumer survey on digital trends shows that digital adoption remains strong globally, but a range of opportunities can bolster companies’ resilience.

Partake Foods raises $11.5 million in Series B funding — www.foodbusinessnews.net

We are seeing a surge in founders in India & SEA looking at building allergy-friendly foods and brands as consumer focus on health and wellness.

‘Food-as-Medicine’ Startups Draw Venture Capital — www.wsj.com

In conversations that DSGCP portfolio companies are having with their consumers, there is a growing demand for food-as-medicine. This is food and beverages that are not only functional but also show data that they can alleviate medical conditions.

Why Has Deliveroo Opened A Grocery Store? — www.forbes.com

I am intrigued with this test and what it means for grocery delivery and retail.