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Premiumisation remains at the heart of Pernod Ricard’s strategy as pandemic recovery progresses. The company continues to expand its presence in the key whiskies category, with recent high-end acquisitions in bourbon boosting opportunities in the US.…

Metal packaging continues to be an important, and growing, pack type in Asia Pacific, led by metal beverage cans for soft drinks and beer, which account for the bulk of metal packaging in the region. While metal packaging was negatively impacted by…

This briefing examines how the hotels and restaurants industry performs globally and in the largest countries in terms of hotels and restaurants output. The report also provides data for production, market size, imports, exports, industry costs,…

The consumer landscape of 2022 will be characterised by a strong rebound in consumer expenditure on hotels and catering, transport, and leisure and recreation, as pent-up demand is released. On the whole, global consumer expenditure is set to grow by…

Consumers are increasingly embracing sustainable lifestyles, and businesses are responding by launching products with a range of sustainability attributes. Demand for these products varies by country, and so do opportunities, with companies looking…

As consumers increasingly seek plant-based protein ingredients, producers are ever-more interested in plant-based food for health and sustainability; innovation around plant-based protein ingredients is surging. This briefing suggests that, besides…

The global market for retail tissue and hygiene has reached a greater level of stability than had been the case earlier in the pandemic. While volatility exists with countries still responding to waves of the virus, related to hemispheres, the…

Products that offer premium features without the high price tags are becoming popular. What are the factors driving this trend and how are companies like Apple and Samsung affected?

Latin America has among the largest forest and biodiversity availability in the world, but poor environmental protection and rapid forest loss threatens the region’s biomes. Many regional countries lead in sustainable energy sources, especially hydro…

Global tech companies face a supply chain crisis and the only way for them to be competitive is to innovate and change their business model. This report sets out to examine the strategies employed by top players, as well as new players on how they…

The Middle East and Africa remains one of the smallest food and beverage-producing regions globally, registering turnover of USD442 billion in 2020. Furthermore, the region remains highly dependent on imports. Nevertheless, expanding populations,…

Dermocosmetics benefited from COVID-19-induced consumer desire for safety, transparency and science. Active consumer digital engagement and strong e-commerce presence are key pillars that help sustain growth. Genderless positioning and emphasis on…

The MEA region remains divided in terms of sustainability, as Africa continues to lack the financial means to reach Middle Eastern levels in terms of electrification, as well as food and water availability. While Africa benefits from the lowest…

This latest in our series of quarterly briefings discusses the main news affecting the global cannabis industry during July-October 2021. It covers the key regulation announcements, the corporate activity among companies involved in the production or…

Asia Pacific remains the largest CO2 emitter in the world, as rapid economic development and growing energy demand contribute to high consumption. Despite having huge potential for renewable energy sources, the region is still heavily dependent on…

The briefing, Megatrends: Shifting Market Frontiers - Cities of the Future, examines the consumer and economic growth prospects in 600 cities of emerging and developing countries. Using a range of indicators including future GDP prospects, internet…

The rise of on-demand food delivery is driving a sea change in the global food and drink industry. Ghost kitchens represent an important component of this process. As freshly prepared meals and snacks become a larger part of our lives, more…

Latin American economies were hard hit by COVID-19, with a sharp decline in construction activities in 2020. While public infrastructure investment is set to facilitate the industry’s recovery over the medium term, prevailing uncertainties, soaring…

Pandora A/S is a Danish jewellery manufacturer with a well-established global presence in the fine jewellery segment. Western Europe and North America lead the company’s sales, but it has also achieved significant penetration in Asia Pacific. In…

While consumer payments have been declining in 2020 and 2021 due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), card payments have continued growing. Consumers have been favouring contactless payments, seen as the most hygienic means of paying for goods, as well as…