Today’s consumer is hyper concerned about the freshness of food, the ingredients, and sustainability, among other factors. But, the shift from processed foods has not changed the craving for convenience. Because of this, meal kit delivery services, like Blue Apron, Plated and Hello Fresh, have gained steam. Cardlytics analyzed consumer spending on meal kit services (MKS) and how those purchases impact spend at traditional and specialty grocery stores, as well as restaurants.

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Cardlytics Q1 State of Spend
With insight into 1 out of every 2 debit and credit card swipes in the US, Cardlytics is committed to helping marketers understand and respond to current trends that are impacting their industries. We put these purchase insights into action every day through precisely targeted campaigns that drive incremental return on ad spend. This report […]

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