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The briefing provides an overview of the shared mobility market, by taking global, regional and country-level perspectives on trends over the historic and forecast periods. It also touches on the different segments of shared mobility: ride hailing,…

This report analyses global production, consumption and prices of aluminium. While leading aluminium production giant, China, is struggling with looming energy crisis and disruptions in supply of raw materials, global production of aluminium is set…

This briefing examines how the chicken commodity performs globally and in the largest countries in terms of supply and consumption. The report also provides data and analysis on chicken price dynamics, key meat-consuming industries, and exports and…

After almost three years of a global pandemic and political and racial tensions increasing around the globe, issues surrounding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) have become more critical for luxury and fashion businesses to address, than ever…

Buy now, pay later (BNPL) lending has rapidly become one of the more popular lending formats in recent years. Instalment billing is growing, with a variety of formats, players and industries. Payments players have been quick to jump on the bandwagon,…

Born between 1995 and 2009, Generation Z (Gen Z) is coming of age alongside significant changes in post-pandemic economy, giving rise to the Gen Z beauty consumer’s tendencies for price sensitivity, individualistic expression, active participation in…

Gardening sales received a clear boost from the pandemic in 2020, as consumers in home seclusion looked to their gardens as an outdoor oasis amidst the Coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions and worries. While growth slowed in 2021, it was still higher…

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

After the dip in sales seen in Western Europe in 2020, when Coronavirus (COVID-19) hit the region, skin care was back to recording positive growth in real value terms in 2021. However, the rebound will be gradual, rather than sudden, with industry…

The skin care market’s performance in Latin America held up well during the pandemic, with positive growth being recorded in real value sales terms in both 2020 and 2021. While price and efficacy remain important factors for consumers when buying…

Hair care in Latin America has taken something of a battering in recent years, with Argentina already in recession prior to the pandemic, COVID-19 restrictions hitting consumer spending power across the region from 2020, followed by global…

In the phygital era, adidas has capitalised on digital engagement to better understand consumers and their needs. This level of insight has empowered the company to innovate not only by launching new products, but also to rethink channels, launching…

To stay ahead of changing consumer priorities and values, companies must embrace megatrend analysis. To do so effectively, they must see the full picture and understand the social, economic, technological and environmental factors which underpin…

Rail is in the spotlight, attracting investment in the wake of pandemic-driven disruption in air travel and accelerating support for sustainable development across Europe. Meanwhile, travel companies, retailers, and foodservice operators are building…

Based in Switzerland, Givaudan is one of the leading companies in flavours and fragrances worldwide. The company sells ingredients for packaged food, beverages, nutraceuticals, home care, personal care, fabric care and oral care. Givaudan has been…

Consumers’ experience over the last two years has shown them that cooking at home can be healthier and cost effective. However, cooking at home is time consuming. Brands are responding to this with continuous innovations to enable the preparation of…

The shift to e-commerce continues in consumer appliances. E-commerce platforms see appliances as a growth opportunity, while consumers like the convenience. However, physical retailers are fighting back by providing on-the-spot services and a…

Starbucks is the leading player in specialist coffee and tea shops worldwide, with more than 33,000 outlets in 84 markets. The company has a wide geographic spread, thanks to its network of strategic licensed relationships, which enables it to…

Starbucks is the leading player in specialist coffee and tea shops worldwide, with more than 33,000 outlets in 84 markets. The company has a wide geographic spread, thanks to its network of strategic licensed relationships, which enables it to…

The briefing examines how the rubber and plastic industry is performing globally and in the largest countries in terms of output. The report provides data for production, market size, imports, exports, industry costs, industry profitability and…