Market research on the eyewear industry. Our reports feature a we...
Market research on the eyewear industry. Our reports feature a wealth of standardised and cross-comparable statistics including total market sizes, market share and share data, distribution and industry trends.
Sunglasses in Taiwan is witnessing double-digit growth in 2024, as sunglasses are not only considered fashion accessories but are also practical and functional. Consumer awareness of the detrimental effects of sunlight on eye health is widespread in…
In 2023, sales of sunglasses in South Korea soared in current value terms, seeing a double-digit increase, reflecting a significant upward trend that is expected to accelerate in 2024. This impressive growth can be attributed to a variety of factors,…
Spectacles in Taiwan continues to witness strong growth in retail volume and current value terms over 2024, primarily driven by the increasing prevalence of myopia among the population, which is increasing annually. Not only are myopia rates rising…
Spectacles in South Korea saw only slow current value growth in 2023, and this trend is anticipated to continue into 2024, with the expectation of a further slowdown in year-on-year growth. However, within spectacles, the three categories – readymade…
Eyewear in Taiwan is experiencing strong growth in retail volume and current value terms, driven by rising demand, innovative product development and dynamism in the retail landscape. In contact lenses, players are prioritising innovation to enhance…
In 2024, overall eyewear in South Korea is set to see current value growth. The prevalence of vision impairments is on the rise in Korea, with an increasing number of people affected by presbyopia, myopia, and hyperopia. The overall increase in…
Contact lenses and solutions continue to recover from the negative impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2024. Despite some government intervention in 2022, retail volume and current value sales still remain lower than pre-pandemic levels in 2019. The…
Contact lenses in South Korea is set to maintain solid but slower current value growth in 2024. Multifocal lenses are gaining significant popularity in the country, largely driven by the ageing population. As the demographic shift towards an older…
Sunglasses in India is set to witness a significant surge in current value sales in 2024, primarily fuelled by the increasing number of outdoor events and the increase in travel, as well as the growing popularity of sunglasses for fashion reasons.…
Due to the return of post-pandemic socialising and outdoor activities, volume sales of sunglasses in Hong Kong continue to rise. The increasing awareness of eye health makes consumers more aware of the importance of wearing sunglasses while outdoors.…
Following its recovery from the impact of the pandemic in 2022, spectacles in India experienced robust double-digit current value growth the subsequent year. However, the pace of growth is set to moderate in 2024, reflecting a mature environment with…
Volume growth of spectacles in Hong Kong is gradually slowing. Since the reopening of the border between mainland China and Hong Kong at the beginning of 2023, a shifting consumer trend called “reverse shopping” has gained momentum among local…
Eyewear in India is set to demonstrate double-digit current value growth in 2024, owing to the strong traction for categories such as daily disposable contact lenses and sunglasses. Notably, consumer perceptions regarding eyewear have undergone a…
Eyewear in Hong Kong continues to enjoy growing momentum post-pandemic, driven by greater mobility and the return to various activities, including travel. After the adverse impact of the pandemic, eyewear’s value and volume sales in Hong Kong had…
Contact lenses in India has been experiencing robust growth, with a further double-digit current value increase expected to be observed in 2024. This expansion can be attributed to rising awareness amongst consumers regarding the usage and benefits…
The popular trend of wearing daily disposable lenses (DD) in Hong Kong continues to drive overall category growth. There is greater awareness of health and hygiene among local consumers since the pandemic. Daily disposable lenses do not require…
After a year of exceptional double-digit volume and current value growth in 2023, sunglasses in Singapore is set to see notable declines by both measures in 2024, given the replacement rate of sunglasses. With such high demand in 2023, most people…
Sunglasses in Japan is set to see double-digit volume and current value growth in 2024. Sunglasses used to have a scary image in Japan, as they were historically commonly associated with the Japanese mafia (yakuza), or villains portrayed in films.…
Spectacles in Singapore is expected to maintain solid volume and current value growth in 2024. Singapore’s ageing population is a key factor driving growth of spectacles. As consumers age, their eyesight starts to deteriorate, and this is leading to…
Spectacles in Japan is set to see continued growth in volume and current value terms in 2024. Consumers care more about the health of their eyes, which is a general positive trend for spectacles. There are three main factors behind the growth of…