Market research on consumer products, commercial industries, demo...
Market research on consumer products, commercial industries, demographics trends and consumer lifestyles in Peru. Includes comprehensive data and analysis, tables and charts, with five-year forecasts.
In 2023, retail tissue in Peru recorded positive retail value growth, while retail volume sales were low, challenged by rising prices. In line with inflation and the decline in disposable incomes, consumers have reduced their spending, while…
During the pandemic, demand for dishwashing rocketed as hygiene concerns increased and people spent more time on average at home, thereby creating more dishes to clean. As expected, once the wave of infections and respective health restrictions…
The vending channel witnessed a better performance in 2023 as sales began to normalise in the post-pandemic era. Whilst pre-pandemic consumption levels have not yet been reached, sales are moving closer to this point. One of the limitations to growth…
Laundry detergents had mixed fortunes in 2023 as Peru faced several challenges. The social conflicts that began at the end of 2022 following the dismissal of former president Pedro Castillo produced numerous production stoppages, which had a negative…
In 2023, the wipes landscape in Peru was significantly impacted by price rises. As such, while retail value growth was positive, retail volume sales were challenged in areas including cosmetic wipes and baby wipes. Due to this scenario, there has…
Hypermarkets in Peru faced a more upbeat scenario in 2023, driven by constant promotions and stronger demand for private label. As recession swept across Peru, more consumers switched to making monthly bigger purchases to save money in the long term.…
With consumers looking for greater convenience and ways to save money, direct selling in Peru has gained popularity in 2023. Affordable prices, regular promotional cycles and payment options at no extra cost are the main advantages of direct selling,…
Convenience retailers in Peru saw a further improvement in outlet development during 2023, with forecourt retailers and convenience stores both expanding. After the strong rebound in value growth witnessed in 2022, current value sales contracted…
After relative stagnation during the review period sales of toilet care saw stronger growth in retail volume terms in 2023. With people returning to busier lifestyles there was a renewed demand for products which could help maintain good hygiene in…
Demand for bleach soared following the outbreak of COVID-19 with it seen to be an affordable and highly effective way to disinfect the home. Bleach was even being recommended by doctors as a preventive measure to prevent the spread of COVID-19.…
Prior to the pandemic there was a surge in demand for newer and more innovative air care products such as candle, electric and gel air fresheners. However, the pandemic had a significant impact on demand with demand for many products slumping as…
In 2023, menstrual care in Peru recorded positive retail value sales, driven by price increases. While retail volume remained positive, levels were lower than in previous years. The complex economic context, in addition to the low penetration of…
Surface care was one of the most dynamic categories within home care in retail volume terms in 2023 with this largely being fuelled by the rapid rise of multi-purpose cleaners. These products are benefiting from their ability to clean a variety of…
Consumer foodservice sales continued to grow significantly in 2023, but at a slower rate than seen in 2022. One of the key reasons for this growth was increased consumer appetites for dining out thanks to the elimination of pandemic-related…
Supermarkets in Peru felt the direct impact of the weakening economy in 2023, with current value sales declining for the second consecutive year. Since the Peruvian economy entered recession in 2023, over half of Peruvian families have been left…
After several years of dynamic current value growth, discounters in Peru saw current value sales decline in 2023. As the country fell into recession, some consumers switched towards using hypermarkets as they looked to economise. Discounters play a…
Although political instability and corruption continue to be themes in Peru, economic freedom is the third best in South America. Inflation is falling, but the economy is slowing and copper exports could be hindered further, whilst uncertainty in the…
Sales of polishes plummeted in retail volume terms in 2020 following the outbreak of COVID-19 with consumer priorities switching to more essential needs. Although the pandemic is now over volume sales remain well below pre-pandemic levels with demand…
Sales of home insecticides received an extra boost in 2023 due to the considerable increase in temperatures throughout Peru, which was linked to the El Niño and Niño Costero phenomena. This phenomena has increased the presence of insects such as…
Retail in Peru has experienced a sustained increase in prices since 2021, but the situation has worsened in recent years with inflation soaring and remaining high in 2023. Although local brands are well established in Peru, many of the final products…