Chicago-- Global consumer insights leader NielsenIQ (NYSE: NIQ) announced the winners of the 9th annual Design Impact Awards, recognizing eight packaging redesign initiatives. These initiatives have not only enhanced consumers' shopping experiences but also delivered tangible business results. Over the past decade, award-winning redesign projects by NIQ have led to an average sales growth of approximately 4%. 2026 Design Impact Awards Winners*: Aval French Cider (Parent Company: Aval Cider; Country: USA) Liquid I.V. (Parent Company: Unilever; Country: USA) Root & Splendor (Parent Company: Root & Splendor; Country: USA) Hostess Cakes (Parent Company: The J.M. Smucker Company; Country: USA) Back to Nature (Parent Company: Barilla Group; Country: USA) John West Tuna Chunks (Parent Company: Thai Union; Country: UK) Country Fresh Ice Cream (Parent Company: DairyMaid)