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Lyft Inc, the 2nd largest mobility service in North America, offers ride-hailing in the US and Canada and micro-mobility in select cities. Though the company’s active users and revenue per user are increasing, Lyft remains unprofitable. Lyft plans to…

DiDi is a mobility platform that offers a wide range of services, such as ride and taxi hailing, hitch and food delivery across regions such as Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Africa. Despite facing profitability challenges and cybersecurity issues,…

The report provides an overview of the global light vehicles industry which includes an assessment of market size, company shares and brand performance. It also identifies the five major trends which are shaping the future of the automotive industry.…

Bolt is a fast-growing Estonian company that aims to provide an affordable, safe, and sustainable alternative to the use of private cars in Europe, Middle East, Africa, Latin America, and Asia. Due to this, it is now among the top 10 global shared…

Beiersdorf AG is a German multinational manufacturer with a well-established global presence across various beauty and personal care categories. Western Europe and Asia Pacific lead the company’s sales, but it has also achieved significant…

The disposable wet wipes space is undergoing a clean evolution, as approaches to cleaning evolve against the backdrop of inflation, urbanisation and pandemic-led wellness reinforcement. This report examines the growth dynamics and competitive…

The luggage industry faced significant challenges during the pandemic, with sales plummeting in 2020. As COVID-19 restrictions eased in 2021, travel rebounded, aiding sales recovery. However, factors like inflation, the war in Ukraine, and China's…

Amid high-profile lawsuits and recalls, ingredient-led beauty is propelled by consumers’ quest to control their health. Awareness is rising among all beauty consumers, but is growing faster in certain groups, like Generation X and males. Because…

Private label – retailers’ alternatives to brands – tend to benefit from inflation. However, despite record inflation in France, Germany and the UK, the market share of private label in the three countries remained broadly stable across FMCGs in…

Eating occasions and snacking patterns have been altered. With rising concern for health, consumers are seeking out nutritionally qualified snacks with more attention to what is considered “good for me”. In addition, out-of-home occasions are…

Grab has positioned itself as a “super app” in Southeast Asia – incorporating mobility, delivery and financial services in one application. With new services and ongoing growth, Grab’s total value of transactions is growing rapidly. However,…

Revitalising the dairy sector requires innovation to counter slight volume growth. This encompasses creating novel products aligned with evolving consumer tastes, like plant-based alternatives and healthier, sustainable choices. The report delves…

Natura&Co maintains its leadership in mass fragrances, holding the fifth position in the category overall. The macroeconomic challenges from the Russia-Ukraine war and accelerating inflation have impacted Avon International and The Body Shop.…

Estée Lauder Cos Inc decelerated in value sales in 2022, but made notable gains in North America and Western Europe. The extended lockdown restrictions in Asia Pacific played a considerable role in Estée Lauder Cos Inc’s mixed global performance,…

Pent-up demand from emerging markets like Brazil, China and Indonesia is expected to push global sales to grow by 4% in 2024 despite consumers cutting down on purchases in 2022 and 2023.

Procter & Gamble continues its lead within hair care and holds second place in men's grooming. While its globally popular brands continue to be Pantene and Oral-B, it also has brands such as Crest, SK-II, Old Spice, Rejoice, Olay, Gillette, Herbal…

Samsung remains the number one player in consumer electronics globally. However, it is seeing strong competition from both Apple and Chinese players like BBK and Xiaomi in smartphones. The company will look to a slew of mid-year launches in 2023 –…

Asia Pacific is a region characterised by diverse economies, cultures and demographics. In such an environment, loyalty programmes need to be crafted to meet local consumers’ preferences. Asia Pacific is facing a turning point where it can no longer…

This report urges businesses to embrace affordable and accessible sustainability. It presents a comprehensive set of effective actions that can be implemented seamlessly to unlock the untapped potential of democratising sustainability during times of…

McDonald's is the leading global foodservice player by sales. The company has strong brand recognition globally, with its largest presence in limited-service burger and a smaller presence in cafés. McDonald's continues to innovate through strong…