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Single-person households shows the fastest growth in the world. The food industry has innovated products with packaging targeting single-person household consumers. In addition, retailers and foodservice channels are also trying to develop…

Increasingly consumers are looking for natural alternatives for their healthcare needs. Though naturals is still only a small percentage of overall consumer health sales, it is growing faster than traditional OTCs. For traditional consumer health…

This report forms Part Two of a 2-part series on sustainability strategies in consumer appliances. This report is a follow-up to Part One, and looks at sustainable solutions within the industry through the lens of company activity and prospects by…

The mobile industry is on the verge of a new era of 5G, at a time when smartphone sales are plateauing. 5G will make connectivity likely as pervasive as electricity while at the same time making annual or bi-annual handset upgrades a thing of the…

Riding on positive media coverage, pure players and well-established meat processors alike compete in an increasingly competitive space charcterised by meat imitation at high prices. This analysis aims to help product development make the right…

E-commerce beauty and personal care has grown the fastest of all channels globally and continues to gain share from store-based retailing. E-commerce acceleration is being driven by trending focus areas, such as online communities and personalisation…

Across the region, difficult economic conditions have impacted spending on non-essential and luxury items such as men’s grooming and fragrances. However, there are encouraging signs that men are prepared to spend more time and money on their…

The role and relevance of soup is explored in Eastern Europe where this product is largely influenced by long-standing traditions and local cuisines. Poland’s key focus is examined on top of taking the most important economic factors into…

The Internationale Funkausstellung Berlin Show (IFA) is one of the oldest industrial exhibitions in Germany and the largest global show for Consumer Electronics and Appliances. This briefing reports on developments seen at the show relating to…

Pure nutrient manipulation is no longer the main indicator of a product’s healthfulness, as the level of processing and freshness is also a cause for concern among consumers. This leads to the increasing importance of a natural positioning that…

Value sales of watches in Western Europe declined in 2019, dragged down by a weak performance by the basic and mid segments, as consumers move to smartwatches and/or hybrid ones. A positive showing by high-end watches across countries in 2019 and…

Snackification – a trend in which consumers snack in place of meals – has reshaped both the nutritional and competitive landscape in snacks. This report unpacks the underlying drivers and occasions that have been the primary battleground for this…

With travel in Asia Pacific expected to boom over the coming years, it has become crucial for industry players to understand what sets their market apart from competing destinations. Despite frequent comparisons, Hong Kong and Singapore each offer…

The December Q4 update reveals a 0.2% downgrade in beauty and personal care (BPC), with a CAGR of 2.5% predicted over 2018-2023. Uncertainty around Brexit, Emerging Markets Slow-Down, Global Crisis, Eurozone Recession and US-China All-Out Trade War…

Kombucha has come a long way from its reported beginning in Asia over 2,000 years ago. Today, the fermented drink is making a move across Western Europe, growing fast and attracting the most health-conscious consumers. Praised for its digestive…

Metal packaging in Eastern Europe is set to recover from the decline witnessed over 2013-2018, and return to growth during the 2018-2023 period, as disposable incomes rise and quality of life improves. The convenience and health trends will drive…

Latin America, fourth biggest market in terms of digital commerce, showed timid growth during the 2013-2018 forecast period. With weakened currency compared to the US dollar and going through one of the toughest economic crisis in the last decades,…

This report examines the landscape of sugar confectionery in Asia Pacific, highlighting how macro-economic factors are shaping trends. While the region is diverse in income levels, population patterns – including urban-rural developments – and retail…

Global consumer expenditure is forecast to account for 56.1% of world GDP in 2020 or USD49.7 trillion in constant terms. This report will provide some key insights from the digital, household, income, expenditure and population perspectives. For…

The alcoholic drinks industry saw limited volume growth over the review period, as the focus has shifted from quantity to quality, impacting alcoholic drinks packaging volumes. With premiumisation, however, come opportunities, as consumers demand…