Welcome to The Stockout! In this episode, hosts Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey dive into the latest trends and topics impacting the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) and retail industries. From exploring Unilever and Procter & Gamble’s recent earnings reports to discussing how Wayfair is opening a brick-and-mortar store, there’s a lot to cover. Here’s what you can expect: A discussion on Unilever’s shift in its ESG goals, raising questions about the broader ESG trend in the industry. An examination of the implications of falling birth rates on CPG and retail, especially in terms of product focus and market demand. Insight into Wayfair’s strategy as it opens a large brick-and-mortar store in a premium Chicago suburb, and what this might mean for the furniture retail landscape. Plus, we cover the concept of “trailers as a service” and how it benefits logistics providers and shippers. Tune in for a comprehensive look at the latest developments in the CPG and retail industries, and don’t forget to subscribe for more insightful content! Follow The Stockout Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices