Across Europe, purchase decisions are being reshaped by geopolitical stress, societal change, and evolving lifestyle priorities. Shoppers are continuously recalibrating how they buy – cutting back in some areas, trading up in others, and weighing need, value, and enjoyment in every decision.
Now in its 11th edition, the YouGov Behavior Change Spring/Summer 2026 Report brings together insights from 22 countries and over 135,000 shoppers in Europe, revealing how everyday FMCG choices are evolving – from budgeting and retailer switching to health-driven habits and changing consumption occasions.
Join our webinar to explore the latest insights and what they mean for retail and marketing strategies in 2026 and beyond.
Date: 18 June 2026
Time: 11 AM CEST
Speakers:
- Lenneke Schils, Global Insights Director, YouGov
- Julia Omini, Senior Insights Consultant, YouGov
Inside the changing basket:
- How financial pressure is reshaping everyday FMCG decisions
- The strategies shoppers use to manage tighter budgets
- What drives product choice beyond price
- How snacking, drinking, and eating occasions are evolving
- The growing role of health, wellbeing, and long-term lifestyle priorities
- How retail channels and AI tools influence decisions at the point of purchase
- Where behaviors diverge across generations, income groups, and household types

