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Electronic direct/ACH and card payments continue to take share from paper transactions in Western Europe, while mobile m-commerce continues to be the most dynamic area of this region’s payments market. The pandemic served to further encourage…

Although it is not the case in Brazil, the region’s biggest market, cash is still the leading payment method in many Latin American countries. However, governments and financial institutions are working hard to encourage greater use of cards and…

American Express is a diverse financial services provider and is one of the largest card issuers and card networks globally. In financial products, the company is best known for its charge and commercial card products. American Express is one of the…

2020-2030 will be a key decade for professional football. It has seen the FIFA World Cup travel to the Middle East for the first time in its history, the women’s game is seeing positive commercial momentum, and the battle for the attention of Gen Z…

Roadget Business, the parent of the fast fashion brand Shein, has become a notable global fashion firm in the past decade, experiencing remarkable growth even during the pandemic. In just three years, it has risen from being outside of the top 50 to…

The use of cash continues to lose out to electronic direct/ACH and card payments in the Asia Pacific region, although paper transactions remain important in a number of countries. The pandemic encouraged contactless and digital payments, providing…

Although UnionPay is the largest card operator globally by card payment value, it is still far behind Visa and Mastercard outside China across all card segments. Besides commercial cards, its mobile app and QR, in which it has been expanding,…

Per capita consumption of coffee in Asia Pacific is the lowest in the world, and is growing only slowly, as the dominant instant coffee category is mature. Lifestyle trends are, however, driving growth in smaller categories, paving the way for…

After a successful demerger from GlaxoSmithKline Pc, Haleon Plc, formed in July 2022, continues to lead the consumer health industry, supported by its power brands. While North America is a key region, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East and Africa…

The metal beverage can is gaining ground rapidly in the beverage industries of both Latin and North America. Cans continue to grow share in their core categories of beer and carbonates while expanding into a diverse mix of new functional and…

Evolving customer loyalty triggers businesses to redefine their strategies and business models and deliver authenticity, flexibility and a seamless customer journey. Building a deeper, more emotional connection with the individual customer through a…

Due to changing global demographics and unfolding financial and environmental concerns, consumption patterns have been evolving over the recent years, accelerating the shift towards more budget-conscious and eco-aware shopping. As changing consumer…

This report provides a global overview of industrial trends from 2022 through to 2027 for the key manufacturing and service sector industries. Insights analyse long-term global trends that can help businesses adapt to changes in the production and…

Plant-based alternatives are in emerging stages in Asia and set to gain traction. Companies must navigate the unique perception of meat and dairy in this region to introduce plant-based products that match consumer expectations of nutrition, taste…

Amway is the largest direct selling company in vitamins and dietary supplements globally. A pioneer of innovations, it distributes its Nutrilite premium assortments at comparatively high prices. The company faces rising pressure from other players…

This report highlights the results of Euromonitor International’s Voice of the Industry: Lifestyles survey capturing insights on consumer behaviour, shopping and spending priorities and corporate strategy objectives from professionals working in…

Hospitality companies have experimented with many new types of loyalty schemes since the pandemic began. In the Americas, subscriptions have become an especially popular option. Subscriptions is a fast-growing segment for hospitality loyalty, with…

Sustainability is increasingly being viewed as a competitive advantage rather than a cost. Companies are increasingly marketing themselves and their products as sustainable. In this briefing, we will talk about the importance of environmental…

Despite a rebound in 2021, notably in the US, Irish whiskey may be increasingly challenged by RTDs and world whiskies. A more diverse geographic reach could help the category sustain growth and avoid saturation, for which Irish whiskey brands will…

Jala ranks eighth in beauty and personal care in China. Over 2018-2021, the company’s value share stagnated at 2% in China. The structural changes in consumers' preferences and distribution channels have led to opportunities and challenges for Jala.…