Private labels, also known as store brands, are products designed, developed, and sold exclusively by retailers. They first emerged in the 1960s as a way for retailers to offer cheaper alternatives to national brands. Private labels now exist to satisfy consumer demand for lower prices as well as to increase retailer profits. While early private labels focused on low price and quality, they have since evolved to match national brands in quality and some even outperform national brands in attributes like value and reliability. Looking ahead, private labels are projected to capture 50% of the global market by 2025 as they continue aligning with national brands. National brands will also continue to thrive by focusing on rare, exclusive, or high-quality products.