Analyst CornerAnalyst Corner: Why Growth in US CPG Unit Sales Has Stalled, with Sujeet Naik Sujeet Naik, Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research April 12, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover how the US consumer packaged goods (CPG) sector can navigate challenges like inflation fatigue, changing consumer habits, and geopolitical pressures, while uncovering pathways for future growth. Read this report to uncover answers to these and other questions: What are the key factors contributing to the stagnation of unit sales growth in the US CPG sector, and how are they affecting consumer behavior and sales trends? How is inflation continuing to impact consumer demand and the purchasing power of US households, and what are the long-term effects? How can CPG companies adapt their pricing strategies, portfolios and promotional tactics to recover volumes in a tough economic environment? What opportunities exist for CPG brands to capitalize on the growing adoption of GLP-1 medications and the rising demand for healthier, portion-controlled products? What roles do macroeconomic pressures, including tariffs and energy market disruptions, play in shaping the future of CPG sales? Every Analyst Corner also includes a roundup of research and data published that week. Other relevant research: All Analyst Corners Please Login to read the full report. Not a member? To access this content for free, register for a free account. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: Analyst Corner: US Consumers’ Plans for the Memorial Day, Mother’s and Father’s Day, and the Holiday Season, with Aditya KaushikHoliday 2025: The Last Mile—Tariff-Driven Early Buying To Ease Peak Season Shipping RushSeasonal Shopping, 2Q26—Expectations for Memorial Day, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day; Plus, Holiday 2026 Plans: US Consumer Survey Insights ExtraUS Store Tracker Extra, June 2025: 120+ Million Square Feet of Retail Space To Close This Year, Outpacing Openings by Over 1.5X