Market research on consumer products, commercial industries, demo...
Market research on consumer products, commercial industries, demographics trends and consumer lifestyles in Singapore. Includes comprehensive data and analysis, tables and charts, with five-year forecasts.
Wipes continued to grow in current retail value and retail volume across most categories in 2023, but growth was definitely led by current retail value, while retail volume growth was reduced to close to pre-pandemic levels. Wipes is facing strong…
In 2022, packaging trends in Singapore were significantly shaped by sustainability and consumer preferences. A study conducted by the Singapore Environment Council (SEC) revealed that 70% of consumers in Singapore were concerned about the…
Staple foods in Singapore continued to experience marginally higher average unit prices from the lingering effect of the inflationary wave in 2022. Climate change and geopolitical risks further impacted global food production and supply chains,…
As life outside of the home resumes post-pandemic in Singapore, a discernible trend is emerging, with reduced emphasis on cleaning within households. This shift in cleaning practices is having a significant impact on volume sales of surface care,…
As inflation continued to impact Singapore's economy in 2023, resulting in rising prices of many goods and services, local consumers started to carefully consider their purchasing decisions. Laundry care sales, encompassing popular products such as…
The surge in dengue cases, attributed to the increase in construction activities in Singapore, is likely to have been one factor supporting demand for home insecticides in 2023, and possibly future sales. As construction projects create conducive…
The expansion of dishwashing faces constraints in Singapore, primarily attributed to the advent of the "new normal" lifestyle, characterised by the increased prevalence of food ordering through platforms such as Grab. This shift in consumer behaviour…
Retail volume growth of breakfast cereals notably slowed in 2023 as inflationary pressures weighed down on consumers’ food budgets. Breakfast cereals, considered a less essential choice, saw consumers switching to other more affordable breakfast…
Overall retail volume sales of personal accessories are expected to register a small decline in 2023, as the industry has navigated a slowing sales momentum post-pandemic, while managing the challenge of rising prices as a result of inflationary…
Oral care continued to see double-digit current value growth in Singapore in 2023. One of the factors that contributed to this was increasing consumer awareness of the importance of oral health for overall wellbeing, stemming from increased hygiene…
In 2023, colour cosmetics demonstrated robust current value growth in Singapore, sustaining its recovery trajectory with high single-digit growth, although sales were still unable to return to the pre-pandemic (2019) level. Notably, lip products…
Value sales of shoe polish experienced a marginal increase in 2023, attributed in part to the occurrence of more military exercises in Singapore. This uptick can be linked to the specific needs and preferences within the military community, as well…
In 2023, consumer foodservice in Singapore recorded moderate current value growth, signifying a marginal slowdown since the spikes of 2021 and 2022 when pandemic-related restrictions were first eased. The industry has had to contend with a number of…
2022 was a strong growth year for direct selling in Singapore, due to the resumption of events and pre-pandemic lifestyles, which made it easier for sales agents to conduct outreach and engagement activities. While the channel recorded a marginal…
The home care industry in Singapore is undergoing significant shifts in consumer preferences and behaviour, driven by a combination of health consciousness, environmental awareness, and changing lifestyles. While the increase in dengue cases…
While retail volume sales of baked goods only recorded marginal growth in 2023, the category experienced strong retail current value growth, mainly due to unit price increases. The average unit price of baked goods continued to grow steadily in 2023…
In Singapore, where the tropical climate often leads to high humidity, the use of deodorants has become a necessity for many. In 2023, deodorants experienced robust current value growth in Singapore, in the high single digits, finally retuning the…
Retail in Singapore has left the impact of the pandemic behind following the easing of restrictions, and has continued with resilient, albeit slower, growth in 2023. The full-scale resumption of social activities and the reopening of international…
Despite the declining female demographic aged 12-54, menstrual care continued to register low positive year-on-year growth in current value terms while retail volume transactions faced a small decline. While the threat of the COVID-19 pandemic no…
Despite stable demand in 2023, concerns regarding the use of bleach have become increasingly pronounced in Singapore, reflecting a growing awareness of its potential effects on both human health and the environment. As individuals become more attuned…